Allowing him to help with the arrangements may also bring him closer to the baby once he or she finally arrives. He can help you narrow down names, choose a theme for the baby's room, paint and decorate and shop for furniture. At the same time, your son needs to know that his place in your family is safe. While it can be easy to dismiss this feeling as silly, it should be acknowledged and treated seriously. Let him know that even though you are excited about having another child in your family, your love for him will remain the same.
Actions are as important as words.
Try to keep your son involved in the same activities as he is right now, and encourage him to participate in new activities, too. Continue to attend school functions, sports events and other important occasions in your son's life. And let him know how very proud you are of him and his accomplishments. He may need some reassurance that he won't be forgotten or overlooked in the excitement over the baby. Books can be a wonderful resource for situations like these.