What a New Mum Needs to Care For Her Baby

7-Things-Every-New-Mum-Needs-to-SurviveOnce a woman gives birth, a lot of changes will occur physically, emotionally and mentally. Suddenly, everything you know and understand about life can get turned upside down as you take on the responsibility of caring for a new, fully dependent human being.

This period takes up a lot of energy. There has been a lot of progress that has been made in developing baby products that will remove or at least reduce the amount of stress that new mums go through with their newborns.

These things make it easier to look after your baby while giving you enough energy to appreciate your new baby and the experiences that come with parenthood.

I have seven things that are essential for a new mum:

Good support system

Taking care of a newborn is a tasking journey that should not be undertaken alone. The advice, assurances and assistance that are provided by your closest friends and family can go a long way in ensuring that you do not suffer a physical or mental breakdown.

You should not hesitate to ask for help when you need it.  From experience it really is a good idea to make friends with other mothers who have been through similar experiences. Not only will you get tested and proven advice, but your confidence will also be bolstered by the realization that you are not alone.

Breast Pumps

If you decide to breastfeed your baby exclusively, breast pumps are a crucial piece of equipment. Your new baby would need sustenance every few hours and trying to feed him personally every time can be physically taxing.

Pumping and storing your milk is a great way to reduce the stress on your part as another person can take over the feeding task for a while. This gives you enough time to rest and regain your strength. You can also take some time to run some errands or do some exercise without worrying about your baby’s feeding.

Stroller

There are a few times when holding your child in your arms can be difficult or getting in the way of your activities. Trying to go for a walk or getting groceries will be much easier and faster with the use of a child stroller.

The stroller not only relieves the burden of carrying your child at all times, but the movement also soothes your child and can help them to relax or even sleep. You can also consider getting a practical baby carrier as a helpful addition to your baby inventory. Check out this UK baby carrier guide for some ideas.

Good nutrition

A baby usually takes up a lot of time and energy, sometimes making it hard to prepare and sit down to a good, balanced meal. However, it is necessary to take the time to eat well, even if it is once per day.

The importance of proper nutrition for optimal health of mother and baby can not be overemphasized. A daily intake of all the food groups will provide sufficient energy for the mother. It will also ensure that the baby is getting all the necessary nutrients through breastfeeding

Swaddle blanket

Swaddling is a relatively new technique that imitates the confined space of the womb. It gives babies the intimate space they are used to and helps them to relax and is very soothing. Wrapping your baby snuggly in a soft and comfortable blanket will enable them to sleep better.

This may enable your baby to sleep more soundly and allow the chance of getting some decent rest and downtime also.

Car seat

If you want to take your baby out and about, investing in an excellent car seat is a great idea. Not only will your baby be adequately protected from harm, but the car seat can also be converted to a carrier for easy transportation of your baby.

Pediatrician

There are a lot of unknown things that can happen to a baby and cause undue stress for the parents. Although most of these things are usually normal and harmless, they can very well frighten a new mother.

Having a pediatrician who will prescribe the necessary medications and techniques for dealing with most conditions is a good idea. You will be reassured about your baby’s health and be able to fend off undue worry due to ignorance

While there are moments that prove difficult for new mothers, there are also precious moments with your newborn that make all the stress worth it. Hold on to these moments, and they will help you during the difficult times.[…]
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