I am 18 and almost 31 weeks pregnant. I wanted to know if there is any mom out there who has yahoo messenger and can speak to me through im's about any concern's i might have or ?'s i might need answered about being a 1st time mother. I am having a baby girl and need help and advice on what exactly to expect, and need for my little angel. I would really appreciate it =)
2006-09-01 07:24:18 · 20 answers · asked by VaLeRieZ_MaMii 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I was 17 years old when I had my daughter and she didn't come with instructions...trust me, you will learn! Your motherly instincts will kick in and before you know it you will feel good about the things you do for your daughter. You of course will make mistakes but you will learn from them too! Good luck to you sweetie!
2006-09-01 07:31:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is a really great website called www.babycenter.com. it should answer most of your questions and will send you weekly emails about what to expect during those times. There is also a checklist that gives you what you should have at home when the baby is born, what to bring to the hospital, etc. There are also forums to ask questions and other mothers can respond. This website is free unless you want to pay $2/month for the some of the other stuff they feature. Good luck!!
2006-09-01 14:32:14 · answer #2 · answered by tslittlen 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing I can suggest to you is to get a copy of "What to Expect When You're Expecting" and "What To Expect The First Year". They are a very informative books written by professionals, and they include all the questions they get asked with answers to them.
My messenger id is the same as my screen name here. I'm a stay at home mom, my son is 5 and my daughter is 3.
I wish you the best of luck, and you are welcome to ask me anything, I'm usually home.
2006-09-01 14:35:54 · answer #3 · answered by welches_grape_jelly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congrats!! A wonderful time, full of wonder, joy and being scared to death!! No mom or sisters around to talk to? My mom became one of my best friends finally when I became pregnant for the first time. Though my baby days are over (though you never forget) I'm waiting for grand kids in the next 5-10 years (at the earliest I hope) My daughters are now 15 and 22
2006-09-01 14:32:02 · answer #4 · answered by Amy S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sleep all you can now, and make sure you sleep every time your baby is sleeping. I have two boys, ages 8 and 1, the youngest is still breastfeeding and I don't get much sleep at night, but I always take a nap when he does(if I can). You won't be able to take good care of your baby if you don't take good care of yourself. I have messenger and you can reach me on it also if you need help anytime, hummingbird29.
2006-09-01 15:12:40 · answer #5 · answered by Nicole M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its going to be hard but worht every effort. they grow really fast I dont have messenger but all i can say is try breastfeeding and if you try but cant then dont let people push you to keep on doing it. and the birht is a piece of cake if you get an epidural, just feels like your getting your blood taken but in your back and then you feel like you hit your funny bone but its in your back, thats about it. then you feel good. lol. I got the book what to expect when yuo are expecting and it helped but i mostly went with instinct. Family is good to have around too. I would call my mom crying all the time.
2006-09-01 14:31:18 · answer #6 · answered by fleur_loser 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My best advice is to take help when it is offered, and get as much sleep as you can when your baby sleeps. You are very young, but you have your mommy instincts and you'll know what to do. Don't be afraid to ask your OB/gyn questions, and absolutely ask your pediatrician for advice. I was at my pediatrician's office every week for the first 5 weeks of my daughter's life, I was so neurotic. They may have thought I was overly cautious, but regardless, they answered my questions and gave me peace of mind. Use all resources that are available to you.
2006-09-01 14:57:33 · answer #7 · answered by gspmommy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a parenting book, I like "What To Expect The First Year". 'Babies r Us' has expectant parent seminars you might want to check out. They offer all kinds of advice for new parents(and grandparents too). You can also go to their website. www.babiesrus.com
2006-09-01 14:56:50 · answer #8 · answered by iamjustme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would check out any first-time parent classes. I was a young mom too and they really helped.
Good luck, you'll do great!
2006-09-01 14:30:43 · answer #9 · answered by allyson71377 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have yahoo messanger and my ID is forever_taken_by_papi I have 3 kids and if you'd like to ask anything I'd be willing to try and answer for ya.
2006-09-01 17:49:59 · answer #10 · answered by jewell2578 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋