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Creating Infants in The Sims 4: A Comprehensive Guide

Yes, you can absolutely create an Infant directly in Create-A-Sim (CAS) in The Sims 4. This allows you to bypass the newborn stage and immediately begin playing with your Sims family at the infant life stage. This feature, introduced with a significant update, expanded the possibilities for family creation and gameplay customization.

The Wonderful World of Infants in The Sims 4

The arrival of Infants as a fully-fledged life stage in The Sims 4 revolutionized gameplay. Before this update, players had newborns that quickly aged into toddlers. Now, the Infant stage allows for more in-depth caregiving, personality development, and exploration within the game. You can now dive straight into this stage by creating Infants directly in CAS. This is a great way to curate a family to your liking, and instantly experience all of the challenges and joys of raising these tiny Sims.

Getting Started: Creating Your Infant in CAS

Creating an Infant in CAS is a straightforward process. When you enter CAS, you’ll see the option to add a Sim. Just as you can create Teens, Young Adults, Adults, and Elders, you can now select Infant as the life stage for your new Sim. From there, the customization options unfold.

Customization Options Galore

The level of customization available for Infants in CAS is impressive. You can adjust various aspects of their appearance, including:

Facial features: Fine-tune their eyes, nose, mouth, and other features to create a unique look.
Skin tone: Choose from a wide range of skin tones to reflect your desired ethnicity or create a diverse family.
Hair: Select from a variety of hairstyles and colors, though the options are naturally more limited than for older Sims.
Outfits: Dress your Infant in adorable outfits, ranging from everyday wear to formal attire (yes, even Infants can be fashionable!).
Traits: Select traits that will influence your Infant’s personality and behavior.

Considerations When Creating Infants in CAS

While the Infant creation process is generally smooth, here are a few things to keep in mind:

Caregivers: Infants require caregivers. You’ll need at least one Young Adult, Adult, or Elder Sim in the household to care for the Infant.
Household Limit: Remember the household limit of eight Sims. Plan your family structure accordingly.
Traits and Gameplay: The traits you choose for your Infant will significantly impact gameplay. Consider how these traits will interact with the traits of other Sims in the household.
No Editing After Creation: You cannot edit the baby in CAS until they age up to the toddler life stage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Infants in The Sims 4

Here are some frequently asked questions to provide even more insight into the wonderful world of Infants in The Sims 4:

1. Can I age up a Newborn into an Infant early?

Yes, you can. If you don’t want to wait for the automatic aging process, you can click on the Newborn and select the “Age Up” option.

2. How do Sims Try for a Baby?

To have your Sims Try for a Baby, click on a bed (or other WooHoo location) and select “Try for Baby With…” followed by the name of the other Sim. Double beds must be accessible from both sides for this option to appear.

3. What happens during the Infant stage in The Sims 4?

During the Infant stage, Sims are cared for by caregivers, learn to explore their world, and develop their unique personalities. They learn skills like sitting up, crawling, and babbling.

4. Can I customize the Infant’s nursery?

Absolutely! You can fully customize the nursery with a wide range of furniture, décor, and toys to create the perfect environment for your little Sim.

5. What milestones do Infants achieve in The Sims 4?

Infants achieve milestones like learning to Creep, learning to Sit Up, and being Pulled to Stand. These milestones contribute to their development and independence.

6. Why can’t I edit my Infant in CAS after creating them?

Infants cannot be edited in CAS after creation until they age up to toddlers. This is a deliberate game design choice.

7. What can cause visual glitches with Infants, like floating?

Visual glitches like Infants floating can sometimes be caused by mods, particularly those that affect Sim posing in CAS. Try removing or updating mods to resolve these issues.

8. Do Infants in The Sims 4 always have birthmarks?

Yes, every infant receives a birthmark.

9. How many babies can a Sim have at once?

With cheats, a Sim can have up to seven babies at once. However, keep in mind the household limit of eight Sims.

10. Can Sims accidentally get pregnant in The Sims 4?

Regular WooHoo will not result in pregnancy. Sims must use the “Try for Baby” option to conceive.

11. What are the chances of getting pregnant when trying for a baby?

The base chance of getting pregnant from a “Try for Baby” interaction is approximately 80%.

12. Can I use cheats to force twins or triplets?

Yes, you can use cheats to force twins or triplets. The command is pregnancy.force_offspring_count (Sim ID here) (number of babies). You must first activate cheats using the command testingcheats true.

13. Why can’t my Sims Try for a Baby?

Possible reasons include:

The household is already at the eight-Sim limit.
One or both Sims are Teens or Elders (without mods).
The bed is inaccessible.

14. I’m not seeing Infants in my game. What should I do?

Ensure your game is updated to the latest version. If the update is installed correctly, try repairing your game through the Origin or EA App launcher.

15. Are there Lot Traits that influence pregnancy outcomes?

Yes! The “On the Ley Line” Lot Trait increases the odds of having twins when Sims conceive on that lot.

Beyond the Basics: Infant Gameplay Tips

Here are some additional tips to enhance your Infant gameplay experience:

Social Interactions: Encourage social interactions between Infants and other Sims to build relationships and develop social skills.
Skill Development: Focus on developing skills like communication and movement by engaging in activities like reading to the Infant, playing peek-a-boo, and encouraging tummy time.
Emotional Needs: Pay close attention to your Infant’s emotional needs. A happy Infant is easier to care for and more likely to reach developmental milestones.
Potty Training: Start potty training early to reduce the number of diaper changes and increase your Sim’s independence.

The ability to create Infants directly in CAS has added a new dimension to The Sims 4, offering greater control and customization over your Sims families. Embrace the challenges and joys of raising these little Sims, and watch them grow and develop into unique individuals. Be sure to also check out the Games Learning Society for insights into the educational aspects of games and simulations at GamesLearningSociety.org. Happy Simming!

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