7 months pregnant with 1st child, and everything is going well thanks to god.
I just have this feeling that im going to wish i had known somehting or forgotten to buy something.
so mums who have already experienced labor, and being at home with a newborn, any tips????
2007-12-06 03:40:02 · 15 answers · asked by miss Karla lopes 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I wish I'd had the guts to stand up to the doctors with my first baby and I'd listened to my heart. Don't let them push you around at the hospital. Have a plan for what you want with delivery.
Doctors don't know everything, especially when it comes to breastfeeding. Make sure you pick up and read a book on how to nurse your baby BEFORE you have the baby.
Accept all the help that people offer you: let them bring you meals and clean your house.
SLEEP when the baby sleeps! Now is not the time to worry about washing up or getting things done around the house!
Don't waste money on too many newborn clothes.
2007-12-06 03:51:11 · answer #1 · answered by maegs33 6 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Wow... I could write a novel off this question.
Now:
-Take a tour of the maternity ward at the hospital you're delivering at & I'd recommend a birth class if you haven't already taken one. Online ones are fine (& some are free).
Labor:
-Be sure to vocalized what you want & don't want. If anything doesn't seem right to you, ask if there's an alternative.
-Personally, I'd recommend an epidural.
Recovery:
-It won't make you a bad mommy to have your baby in the care of the nurses the first night. You'll get the rest your body needs, even if you are up 5 times to check on the baby :)
-Bring something to take care of your newborns nails (scratch mittens, fine nail file, baby scissors/nail clippers, or peel the nails off- I couldn't do that, it freaked me out).
-Bring some of your own sanitary napkins if you're picky with that kind of thing. I used an adult incontinence diaper as well.
At home:
-Accept all offers of help & don't be scared to ask for help if you need it.
-There's nothing more beautiful & stressful than being a new mommy. Call the hospital helpline if you have any questions, that's what they're there for.
-Wash your hands often & slather them with Eucerin Aquaphor at night. My hands were cracked and bleeding after 4/5 weeks (it was winter too).
*Most important advice I could possibly give* RELAX for the weeks that you are healing. The most important thing to keep in mind is your health, for the sake of your newborn. It'll do no good for you to be exhausted/get torn stitches when you need to care for your newborn. I learned that lesson the hard way (exhausted & torn stitch... ouch!).
Congratulations on your pregnancy!!! The unknown is scary, but you have the concern it'll take to pull through!
2007-12-06 05:28:15 · answer #2 · answered by Jennield 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I wish I had known that most of the newborn clothes I had would not fit my 6 pound daughter. It wouldn't hurt to have some preemie clothes on hand in case you have a small surprise. ; )
The best thing we did for ourselves was to take The Happiest Baby on the Block class (offered by our hospital) before our daughter was born. This class is the cure for colic - and fussiness in general. If you can take the class or at least get the book before you baby is born, you will feel so much more confidant as a parent.
God bless you and your little one!
2007-12-06 08:46:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wish someone would have prepared me for the hard work of labor and delivery and then taking care of the baby afterwards. It is a very special time and don't get me wrong a very rewarding experience and I knew about the fun parts. I guess the worst part was not realizing how often I would actually be up with the baby and stuff. Best of luck and my best advice...if you can sleep when the baby does...get your rest!!
2007-12-06 03:46:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Do not buy so many receiving blankets and get more of the swaddle size blankets. Buy more 3 to 6 month clothes to start instead of the newborn size. Have different brands of diapers and bottles to start. Have a head support for your infant carrier.
2007-12-06 05:16:56 · answer #5 · answered by Rosey55 D 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take everybody up on any offer to help.
Stock the freezer with easy to prepare meals.
After the first few weeks, get out of the house. Go to the mall or just take a drive somewhere. It might seem like a pain at first, but you will get the hang of it and it will save your sanity.
Just don't let strangers touch at the baby, you don't want him/her getting sick.
Good Luck!!!
2007-12-06 04:15:05 · answer #6 · answered by haleigh's mom 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think the biggest thing I wish I would have known with my first baby was to not hold her 24/7 I know as a new mom you want to but in the long run it is very hard to break them of it. Oh and don't let the baby sleep in your bed in your room in a bassinet or crib is fine but with my daughter I had her in my bed and she will be 2 in december and I just got her out of my bed so good luck. And congratulations
2007-12-06 04:42:19 · answer #7 · answered by Kim B 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-02 07:00:22 · answer #8 · answered by procter 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. If you plan to breastfeed, get in touch with a good lactation consultant or La Leche League leader before the baby is born. This way, you'll have some support in place and a better chance of getting things off to a good start.
2. Babies grow up FAST, so cuddle, coddle, spoil, and enjoy yours while you can.
2007-12-06 03:59:09 · answer #9 · answered by daa 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
This may sound strange - but get your hair cut shortly before your due date, so that you won't need a cut for awhile after the baby is born. With newborns, you might only have short periods where they sleep or are quiet enough to let you sit for a haircut, and of course, you can't schedule the appointment for their nap time. Better not to have to worry about it.
2007-12-06 03:46:09 · answer #10 · answered by freddie1157 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋