Having had two kids, it really helped when others thought about our older son after our daughter was born. As a mom, I gave my son a baby doll so that he could have his own baby after our daughter arrived. He still has that doll today.
I try to give mom a gift--slippers, the most beautiful, cushy, glorious pair (typically isotoner) which is typically really appreciated. Another suggestion is to get books to read to each child so they both have special books that are their own. These are all quite affordable. Hope this helps :-}
C. Rodrigues, social worker
Leader of Monday Mom's Phone Group
A community support group for
moms with medically complex children