The Sims 4: improvements for babies and young children
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- Discover the upcoming The Sims 4 update on May 12, 2026, with more than 150 improvements for babies and children.
The Sims 4: improvements for babies and young children
After years of requests for improvements, Maxis has announced that The Sims 4 is getting a major update focused on babies, toddlers, and children. With more than 150 new features and fixes, it addresses several frustrating issues players have dealt with for a long time.
Key changes
The upcoming update, which rolls out on May 12, 2026, includes a range of improvements based on player feedback. Some of the most notable changes are:
Sims will now actively pick up dirty diapers from the floor.
An issue where Sims repeatedly picked babies up and put them back down will be fixed.
Interaction times for feeding and changing babies have been sped up, while babies’ hunger now decreases more slowly.
These adjustments are genuinely important; they make baby care better match the pace of the game, so players spend less time on repetitive actions.
Player feedback and priorities
Maxis says these improvements were shaped by recent polls, where players could vote for the changes they wanted most. Both major and minor issues were reviewed, with the focus on the most requested fixes. One interesting addition is the option to disable autonomous baby care, giving players full control over their Sims’ actions.
Other improvements
Alongside the changes for babies and toddlers, the update also introduces other additions that further enrich the game:
A new Base Layer feature, allowing Sims to wear different clothing layers for more outfit options.
Updates to sleep interactions, so Sims can sleep together more smoothly.
Improvements to the Jealous trait, so Sims no longer get jealous when their partner interacts with their children.
These changes may seem small, but they are significant for the overall experience, especially for players who enjoy building families in The Sims 4.
Timeline
May 7, 2026: Maxis announces a major update for babies, toddlers, and children.
May 12, 2026: The update with more than 150 fixes and new features goes live.
2026: Maxis continues working on other major issues affecting the game, such as performance and saves.
With this update, Maxis hopes to reduce the frustrations players experience while playing The Sims 4, especially when it comes to babies and young Sims, and to make creating virtual families more enjoyable.
