That’s why I’m excited to share a guest post I wrote for Mommy’s Organics where I offer practical tips on how to prepare for a baby. Mommy’s Organics was one of the first bloggers to visit Sleeping Should Be Easy and I’m most grateful that we’ve kept in touch. Most of these steps can be done weeks and months before baby’s arrival to ensure that you’re as prepared as you can be. Read the first few lines and head on over to Mommy’s Organics:
The first two weeks after bringing my son home from the hospital has, by far, been the most difficult time in my life. From sleepless nights to round-the-clock feeding, I often felt like a zombie muttering incoherent sentences to my equally sleep-deprived husband. Add on the fact that moms often have to heal from the physical pains of labor and delivery, the initial days of bringing baby home are often some of the most trying.
What other tips can you offer new moms to help make the first few weeks and months a little bit easier?
Great post! I only wish I’d read it BEFORE we brought Greta home from the hospital! Urgh…aw well, better late than never I guess.
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Thanks! I know, a lot of this is live and learn!
Nina recently posted..10 steps to prepare for a baby, so you can catch some zzzz’s
Ha! I’m awful at figuring out how to strollers and car seats and anything that involves buckles, straps and folding. I used to panic when I’d babysit and forget to askt he parents to show me how to unfold/fold the stroller. It just doesn’t come intuitively for me at all. So, yes definitely figure out how to work the gear before you’re in a stressful situation.
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Steph, I totally feel you. I had my own stroller meltdowns, and I agree—they’re not as simple the first time around!
Nina recently posted..10 steps to prepare for a baby, so you can catch some zzzz’s
I just found out I am pregnant with #2 and my biggest thing I am going to make sure to remember is that housework can wait. I used to waste my son’s nap times by trying to do dishes and such and really I just needed to get a nap in too. It took me awhile to realize that and just to let go of the house for a bit.
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Cassie, I did the same exact thing. I don’t know why I was trying to use that time to be productive. It’s so true that you really do just have to sleep when the baby sleeps!
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