When you’re expecting your first child, there are so many things to think about. You’ll have to hire a nanny and arrange childcare while you’re at work, buy clothes, get ready for the birth and beyond. But don’t worry: it’s all going to be worth it! Here are some tips for new moms who want everything ready before they bring their little one’s home:
There are some easy tips that can ease up the process such as:
1. There’s no need to feel lonely in your motherhood journey.
There’s no need to feel lonely in your motherhood journey.
There’s no need to feel lonely in your motherhood journey. The following ways might help.
- Get support from your partner, family and friends.
- Join a mom’s group that meets regularly. You can also find groups on social media or other websites dedicated to moms with children of different ages and stages of life (such as Nanny Mums).
- Use the internet to find information about everything from breastfeeding and health issues to new products on the market that might be helpful for you and baby (like breast pumps).
- Ask friends who have had babies for new mom advice about what they did during their pregnancies that helped them feel more prepared for motherhood when it arrived (and maybe even let them borrow one of those lovely knitted hats!).
2. Newborns sleep a lot, but they don’t always sleep well.
It’s important to know that newborns sleep a lot, but they don’t always sleep well. Newborns can sleep up to 18 hours a day—but for the first few weeks of life, they wake up often for feedings and diaper changes.
3. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
This is a popular saying, but it’s true! Unfortunately, many new moms fall victim to their own forgetfulness by not taking care of themselves while they’re pregnant and postpartum. Make sure you take care of yourself so that you can be at your best when it comes time to start caring for your baby (and vice versa). Here are some ways to do that:
Eat well. Eating right during pregnancy will help keep both mother and baby healthier—and less likely to get sick! Plus, eating well means less stress on the body which in turn makes it easier for them both emotionally as well as physically; after all we want our children growing up happy, healthy individuals who aren’t afraid about being around others because they know how much fun life can be when we all get along together nicely 🙂
Drink lots of water. Get plenty of rest. Exercise regularly. And don’t forget to smile!
4. Don’t feel like you have to respond to every cry.
You’re in the middle of a night sleep, and your baby’s crying. You wait for it to stop, then wait some more. Finally, at around 2 or 3am, you get up and go find out what’s going on.
Not so fast! It could be something as simple as an upset stomach or teething pain that needs some attention—you don’t want to make a mistake by rushing into action when your baby isn’t actually in need of anything urgent (though sometimes even this may be necessary).
5. Establish a schedule and stick to it as closely as possible.
Establish a schedule and stick to it as closely as possible.
How To Establish A Schedule: As soon as you are able, start establishing a routine for yourself and your baby. This will help keep everything running smoothly in the home and make sure that both of you have everything that needs to be done on time, every day.
The first thing that comes to mind when thinking about establishing this kind of routine would probably be “what time do I put him down at night?” or “what time do I take him out during the day?” These are great questions! They’ll help us get started with making sure everything goes smoothly without too much stress on our part (because let’s face it – nothing stresses us out quite like worrying about whether or not we’re going through all these tough changes right now). But what about those days where things don’t go according to plan? How do we handle them?
6. Baby proofing is vital for your curious little ones.
Baby proofing is vital for your curious little ones. It’s important that you baby proof your house, so that they don’t get hurt or become injured by sharp objects and other dangers in their environment.
There are several ways you can go about doing this:
- Use safety gates at doors and windows to keep little ones away from dangerous areas of the house;
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- Keep phones, tablets and other electronic devices out of reach from infants or toddlers who might grab these items without thinking;
Put cords away from where they can be pulled on accident. Also look around the house and take care of the thing that can be a danger for your little one.
7. Get to know the best feeding positions for latching and let-down.
Get to know the best feeding positions for latching and let-down.
Use a pillow to support the baby’s head, so that he/she can open his/her mouth wide enough for you to put your nipple in it easily.
Don’t pull the baby’s head into your breast; instead, lift it up slightly so that only one side of the face comes into contact with your nipple (the other side will have only air). This prevents any pain or discomfort in their jaw muscles caused by overstretching them during latch-on attempts!
8. Newborns love white noise, which helps them transition from the womb into their new environment.
Newborns love white noise, which helps them transition from the womb into their new environment. The best way to give your baby some white noise is by using a fan or vacuum cleaner for about 15 minutes before bedtime. You can also use a hair dryer or even the dishwasher (but not at the same time).
White noise isn’t recommended for babies under 3 months old because it may keep them awake and distract them from sleep.
9. Get to know the signs that baby’s not feeling well and needs medical attention.
Get to know the signs that baby’s not feeling well and needs medical attention. If you see any of these signs, call your doctor or 911 immediately:
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- Baby has a fever over 100 degrees (or 37 degrees Celsius).
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- Baby is having trouble breathing or swallowing food or liquids.
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- Baby is blue in color, pale/grayish or extremely pale (can be mistaken for jaundice).
10. Even if you’re a first-time mom, you can be prepared for labor and delivery.
Even if you’re a first-time mom, you can be prepared for labor and delivery. You don’t have to be an expert on the process or know everything about it, but there are some things that can make your experience better.
Researching what to expect during labor: There are many websites out there with information about how long it takes different women to go into labor, as well as common signs of labor (such as feeling contractions). If you’re interested in learning more about this topic, start by checking out The LLLI Guide For Natural Birth & Parenting Options: A Self-Help Manual For Expectant Mothers Who Want To Reduce Their Risk Of Complications During Delivery And Beyond. This book gives step-by-step instructions for how women should prepare themselves for their labors so that their bodies can do what they need them too!
11. There’s so much ground to cover when getting ready for a new baby, but don’t panic!
You don’t have to do everything yourself. In fact, it’s best not to try and prepare for all of the baby essentials at once. There are so many opportunities for things that may seem like a good idea in theory but aren’t really necessary until later on in life (or even then).
Start early by getting your home ready for babies: clear out all clutter, dust off those bookshelves, vacuum under beds and furniture—just make sure you’re doing this before you get pregnant! You’ll be surprised how much easier things can be when they’re already taken care of first.
Another thing that helps ease some stress is having someone around who knows what they’re doing around new babies—and this could include family members or friends who also have children of their own! They’ll keep track of things like feeding schedules and diaper changes while also helping with other aspects such as bathing (which often requires assistance from both parents).
Conclusion
We hope these tips have helped you prepare for the arrival of your new baby. As we said before, no matter who you are or what your experience level is, there are plenty of resources out there to help. We know it can be hard to find anything at all, but keep trying!
The first few months are important because they set up everything else that comes after that—so don’t give up on us yet! Good luck with everything and remember: every day with your baby is a gift from God because He wants us to care for Him like this always…and always does
