What are the top 5 things a new stay-at-home parent needs to know about?

Answer 1

Schedule..you need to keep your child on a strict schedule as if he/she were in daycare. If you don't keep a scheduly they'll just get confused.

Make sure there is "together time" and "alone time". This way you get to spend time together and you can also have time for yourself while your chlid can play by themself.

If you get very stressed out..don't take it out on the child. When my daughter was 1 1/2 we had an understanding, when she was bad she had time out. When mommy got mad, mommy got time out. It works..trust me. Just take a 5-10 minute break for yourself and analyze the situation, is it really that bad or are you being childish? That usually calms ya down.

Definetly eat meals together. Depending on if you have a newborn or not of course. But even as toddlers...they don't like to eat alone. Neither do I lol. Plus it's good bonding time.

The TV makes and awesome babysitter but it's more trouble than it's worth. Engage your child or infant in fun activities that keep their motor skills running and their minds occupied. They'll have more fun playing and learn at the same time. The TV makes them a drone...trust me I had to wean my daughter off of it.

If ya need anymore advice..just send me an IM @ Dakota_baby_469

Answer 2

1. The TV is not your friend. Get things done before turning it on and only use if for entertainment.
2. The library is a great getaway for your family and free!
3. You have one of the most important jobs in the world. You have value, importance and should take your job and honor it.
4. You are the "love, joy and peace" broker in your home. Give it out freely.
5. Wake up before your family to influence and drive the mood of the day and the atmosphere toward goodness, support and organization.

Answer 3

First off, congratulations!
Here is a partial list of things for you to consider
SLEEP! When the baby is sleeping is when you should also either rest or do some light things around your house that you feel need to be done.
Patience! Both parents need to be very patient with each other.
The Father should make an extra effort to help out around the house, cook meals and let you sleep when he is home.
He should also help out with diaper duty. Giving you break here is a real treat!
That will get you started, talk it over with the baby's Dad and make an effort together. If you can do this, things will go much smoother for you!
Good luck!