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how to reveal to a not vs. so welcoming big brother?

my husband and I have been ttc for awhile now, and have just recently found out the deal is sealed. I’m pregnant. During this time of ttc, we have asked our oldest child, who is seven, how he would feel about another baby in the house. My two younger ones have always been super excited whenever I’d mention the possibility. But, again, the oldest of the bunch, not so much. He says that one baby is one too many, and Grace, the youngest, she is two, already gets into his stuff enough, and he doesn’t want anymore babies coming in our house. So, now that all of our conversations in the past have been hypothetical, and I got a feel for how he feels about another baby, we now have to start talking to him in real life terms. This is happening, we are getting another baby. How do I come to him without making him feel overwhelmed or negative about it? Thanks. BTW, I know this is a naming site, I just really wanted to see if I couldn’t get a few quick responses before heading to bed way too late. This is the only mommy site where I find people answer right away. Thanks, and GL.
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Hannah in Tennessee
Help! I love the name Guinevere, but I can't think of a really good brother and sister name for her. Since Guinevere is so empowering, I want the next names to be powerful as well. Thanks, Genie!
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You seek the Holy Grail of names. Let me help you in your quest. The brother of fair Guinevere will fight on foot with swords aplenty, but on his horse he'll surely lance a lot. Name him Edward for a regal name. A sister could be dubbed Katherine if greatness is what you desire.

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