There are so many things you’ll need to do once you find out you’re pregnant and even more to buy.
To make things easier for you we have created a list of things you’ll need while pregnant and all that you’ll need for yourself and your newborn after birth as well.
It’s a large, comprehensive list that includes everything that you could possibly need.
We have made stylish choices that have been tested and approved by our staff here at This Little Nest.
Most of the things we have used ourselves during our own pregnancies.
There’s a link for each item on the list and there are pictures for some products as well.
This will help streamline your shopping so you can get to all those things that need to be done on your Trimester to-do lists.
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Your Complete Pregnancy Shopping Checklist | Postpartum, Breastfeeding, And Baby List Included
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First Let’s Start With Our Pregnancy List. Then will move on to the Breastfeeding List, Postpartum List, and then finally The Baby Must-Haves List.
Crib Mattress- If you’re looking for a quality crib mattress then you need to check out Newton Baby.
They make the only washable cover crib mattress. It’s safest and cleanest and they’re made with the highest quality materials.
Crib Sheets- You can also get great sheets at Newton Baby. All of their Sheets are organic cotton.
Crib Bedding- Pish Posh baby has AMAZING bedding options that include everything from blankets, sheets, bumpers to pillows, curtains, lamps, and mobiles all in matching sets.
Belly Butter- The Spoiled Mama has some great Belly Butters as well as other natural skincare for mamas to be.
Shield Belly Wrap – A Shield Belly Wrap is a wrap that creates a comfortable, protective shield against wireless radiation.
This will help protect your baby from the assault of radiation coming from your phone, tablet, and WIFI devices that are all around you.
The picture a few links above of the pregnant gal with the hot pink wrap is a Shield Belly Wrap.
The picture below is of a shield wrap hat on the babe. Yes, they sell hats and protective bibs too.
Shield Blanket-This is another protective shield against wireless radiation.
Safe and convenient, it provides an effortless way to protect your little one from exposure to cell phones, laptops, and other smart devices while at home, around town, or at the office.
Now Let’s move on to what you’ll need to ensure a comfortable Postpartum Recovery. All of these are necessary to help control pain and discomfort so that you can enjoy your babe.
That pretty much sums up everything that is essential and this list will provide you with quality products that are safe for your baby.
If you get started early it won’t all feel like such a financial burden and you’ll likely get some things from your baby registry and at your baby shower too.
I hope you found this pregnancy shopping checklist helpful and I wish you all the luck in the world!
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So I have created a top to bottom list from First To Third Trimester that includes essentially everything you need to do.
That way you can bask in the glow of your pregnancy instead of panicking constantly about all the responsibilities that come along with it.
Make sure to bookmark this page or print it so you’ll have the list on hand.
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Pregnancy To-Do List By Trimester
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First Trimester: What To Do Now
Make Sure You’re Actually Having A Baby
It’s important to confirm your pregnancy before you get too excited. This is definitely step number one. Most pregnancy tests are right but if the line is faint take another test two days later then get a blood test.
Once You’ve confirmed there’s a bun in the oven then share it with your partner.
You could do it in some fun, special way. There are lots of good ideas for this on Pinterest.
Take Your Prenatal Vitamin
The very next step is to get a good prenatal vitamin as early as possible. This is a really good prenatal vitamin that won’t make you nauseated { and that will mean a lot }
Find A Good Obstetrician
It’s important to find a doctor that shares your ideas on birth.
This can be tricky though. It’s important to read reviews and talk to others.
You’ll both be under a lot of pressure and working with someone you don’t mesh well with is bad news.
This happened to me and there were several instances when I regretted choosing her.
The experience will much more satisfying and enjoyable if you feel you have an Obstetrician that you can trust and that listens to your needs.
Research Your Insurance Coverage
It’s vital that you check your insurance coverage and make sure that you have all the benefits you need.
If not you may have to purchase add-on insurance or perhaps you’ll qualify for temporary Medicaid depending on your income.
If you think you qualify for Medicaid you can go to your local health department and get a pregnancy test and then start your paperwork.
***Have You taken a prenatal birth course yet? Don’t have time? Here’s the best Premium online birthing course and the first part of it’s totally free! You will learn absolutely everything you need to know and it will help tremendously so make sure you sign up. A Class is a must and I think the online ones are the best. Here’s a free Birth Planner Too!
Stop Smoking
Please don’t tell me you still smoke.
But if you do right now is the time to quit because smoking has a very profound effect on pregnancy and your fetus.
No excuses what so ever, just quit that. This goes for vaping too.
Learn What To Avoid
There are certain foods and certain activities like sitting in hot tubs that can be hazardous so don’t take any risks and educate yourself right away.
Schedule Naps
That’s Right. schedule your naps every. single. day. At least during the first trimester because you’ll be TIRED.
There’s nothing like ” Pregnant Tired “. It’s so intense and it was the very worst part for me during my three pregnancies.
6oclock in the evening bedtime anyone? Why yes, I’ll take that, and you will too.
My point is that you need to plan to rest A LOT. If you do it won’t interfere so much with your life.
Now Let’s Move On To What You Should Do During The Second Trimester.
Plan Your Maternity Leave
Planning maternity leave is an important part of feeling ready for your baby.
You have to have a solid plan with your employer.
Since I work from home I honestly don’t know much about this.
Second Trimester is the time when you start to really grow so your old clothes will lose their fit fast.
I highly recommend you check out The Belly Bandit Site. I bought my wrap there and all maternity clothes.
Their stuff is really cute and they have built-in support clothing like these baby bump leggings.
Send Out Announcements!!
The second trimester is the best part of your pregnancy.
You’re not sick anymore ( or at least you’re not most of the time ), you have more energy and you get to do fun things like sending out baby announcements.
You can buy pretty announcements or you can announce online in a fun way.
During the second trimester, you’ll have your mid-pregnancy ultrasound.
This is the fun one.
During the procedure (also called the anatomy scan), usually around 20 weeks, your doctor will be checking to make sure the baby’s growing and developing properly.
Start Your Baby Registry
Starting your baby registry can be done any time but once you’ve made it to the second trimester it’s time to get in gear.
You can start adding what you need and sharing it with others.
Decide If you’d Like To Use A Doula
If you’re interested in having a natural birth, a doula might be your best bet.
And if you have your heart set on a specific birth plan, a doula can help keep things moving smoothly the way you planned.
Plan For Childcare After Birth
Once you get into the middle of your pregnancy it’s a good idea to start considering what kind of childcare options you’ll have when you go back to work.
It’s never too early to think about it because it’s a big decision.
You’ll want the best for your little one so read reviews and take care.
Start Putting Together Your Nursery
Now’s the time to start putting together and decorating your nursery.
You just found out the sex of your babe and everything looks like smooth sailing from here.
You can have your partner paint and then you can buy all kinds of cute matching things for your babe.
It’s all a lot of fun.
Start Interviewing Pediatricians
Start looking for a Pediatrician that will meet your family’s needs.
Be sure to check reviews when doing this and talk to them as well.
The first Ped we picked was rude and said something inappropriate. Then when we had a problem they ignored me and didn’t call me back for two days.
We immediately switched. I should have checked online because upon reading reviews I found that this particular practice was terrible. So make sure you do a thorough investigation.
And make sure they accept your insurance and see if they do rounds at the hospital you’ll be giving birth at.
The baby’s doctor will then be assigned to come check on him/her after birth.
Look Into Insurance Options
It’s time for you to check on what needs to be done for insurance once your baby is born.
Some insurance companies allow you 30 days to add your baby and some 14.
It’s very important to not forget this. You don’t want your baby stuck without coverage if something happens.
If you haven’t picked someone or no one has volunteered you can always do it yourself too.
There are lots of fun themes and games on Pinterest you can choose from.
Moving On To The Third Trimester
Baby Proof The House
This is a very important step when preparing for your new arrival.
You’ll want to get this out of the way before your baby is up and moving around. It just feels better to know it’s done instead of scrambling to do it later when your babe becomes mobile.
This and These are great options to help you safe-proof your home.
Track Baby’s Movements
Pay close attention to his movements and call your doc if you notice a sudden decrease in kicks or turns.
They will have you come in and get checked right away.
Some even keep a kick log for fetal kick counts and that’s not a bad idea.
You could also get one of these monitors that helps amplify the sound of your baby and his kicks, I had one and Loved it.
Take A Birthing Class
If you haven’t taken a birthing class already then the time is definitely right now.
If you don’t love the idea of going to a class somewhere, I get it, and maybe you’re just too tired for that.
I was and I took an online course.
There are some great options to choose from and my Friend, Hilary, from Pulling Curls has the best one online. You Can Check it out for free right here. She also has a free birthing plan printable you can get right here.
Prepare For Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is the most satisfying experience. The Bond is out of this world and I highly recommend it if you are able.
But it’s not as easy as just sticking your babe on the boob.
Oh no, there’s way more to it than that and you need to be well prepared. I have a great post on breastfeeding right here and it has some diagrams and a really good video at the end so be sure to watch it.
You should also definitely take a breastfeeding class.
Lot’s Of women think a lot about pregnancy and birth but don’t put too much thought into their postpartum time.
They often find themselves unprepared for this period.
Knowing what to expect is key in minimizing the pain and discomfort.
I have a great post right here that explains what will happen and ways you can minimize the pain and believe me, you’ll want to minimize it so have a look. I wrote it just for you.
Make Some Big Decisions
You’re really close now so it’s time to think about things like Circumcision { If Your Bundle’s a boy } and whether or not you want to save Cord Blood. Here’s an awesome article on Cord Blood if you want more information.
If you aren’t going to save your baby’s cord blood you can ask them to delay clamping off the cord for a few minutes so they can receive all the stem cells and nourishment from it.
Discuss this with your doctor and make sure you add it to your birthing plan.
You can also consider whether or not you’ll be using an epidural during the labor process or going the natural route.
If you go the natural route, good for you! You’re one brave mama. I had to have an epidural every time.
Now’s the time to have your hospital bag packed and ready to go.
Go right ahead and do it at the beginning of the third trimester if you haven’t already.
You probably won’t need it too soon but on occasion, a baby comes much earlier than expected and when this happens, getting to the hospital as quickly as possible { so they can hopefully stop the labor } Is essential to your baby’s health!
No one wants to have a baby and come home to a complete disaster.
Sometimes if your labor surprises you, it can’t be helped. But if you can clean up before you go that will be super helpful.
You’ll feel so much happier when you get home knowing you don’t have to worry about it.
You’ll have a lot going on and you’ll be tired and pretty overwhelmed, there’s no doubt. So keep this in mind and make it as easy for yourself as possible.
Here’s a great post on cleaning with a strategy that seriously gets things done.
Cleaning up seems like a simple task but when you break it up into parts like I describe in the post, you’ll get huge amounts of clutter removed in record time.
Well, That’s our list. If you get all that done you’ll be good to go.
If you can think of anything else that should be added to the list email me at [email protected] so we can put it in with your name included ( if you want ).
Good luck to you mama! Enjoy pregnancy, it’s a super special time!
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A crying baby can be gut-wrenching. You want to soothe their every pain but you’re exhausted and you don’t know what to do.
It can make you feel completely helpless.
But babies cry for all kinds of reasons and most of the time you can figure out what they’re trying to tell you.
They may be hungry, tired, or wet. Other times they may cry because of colic or tummy pain.
That is the worst kind of crying and it usually lasts long enough to make you really worry. I know I’ve been there.
Having a few tricks up your sleeve can really help distract your babe or help lull him into slumber during these difficult moments when nothing else seems to work.
Below I have listed my favorite ways to soothe a baby so that you can use them too.
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Turn On the Music
Lullabies are nice but you should try letting your baby listen to other genres and songs. Think about what you like to listen to when you want to chill out and start there.
That song would stop him in his little crying tracks and his face would turn to wonder.
Music calms the nervous system and can decrease heart and respiratory rates for babies, just like it does for you.
Infants especially are soothed and comforted by the familiar sound of Mom’s voice, even if she can’t carry a single tune. So sing out loud if you don’t want to put something else on.
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Remember baby’s ears are sensitive so keep the volume to a minimum.
Shhhhh, Rock, and Bounce
Infants get a calming response when they are being carried or rocked, heart rate slows, and muscles become more relaxed.
Gentle movement combined with a soothing shhhhh sound gives the baby something else to focus on besides crying.
The combination of sound and movement can be a very effective way to comfort your baby and stop them from crying.
Lights Out
Newborn babies are used to the quiet and darkness of the womb and can easily become overstimulated by what’s happening around them.
Bright lights, new sounds, a lot of activity, and even unusual smells can overwhelm them.
Turning the lights out and creating a dark, quiet, and peaceful environment will help your efforts to calm them down.
More and more parents are using white-noise to soothe their baby, and they swear by it. It is thought that a white-noise machine or app can mimic the sound that infants hear in the womb.
A fan or vacuum cleaner might have the same result.
If kept too loud, too close, or left on too long white-noise machines can lead to hearing loss. Keep the volume low, across the room, and limit how long baby is exposed.
Change Up the View
Giving the baby something new to look at might just do the trick. Baby’s are naturally curious and just switching to another room can be enough to take their attention off of crying.
This is the same reason that babies might stop crying when you hand them off to another caregiver, someone new to interact with in the
moment.
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Take Care of Yourself
Babies can sense stress, anxiousness, and depressive mood, and if Mom is struggling they will too.
If you’re feeling tired, exhausted, or overwhelmed at the moment it will be a struggle to soothe and calm the baby.
Not everyone has the luxury of handing the baby off to another caregiver when it gets tough, so it’s important you have strategies and coping methods in place to keep a positive mindset and remain calm.
Going for a walk around the house or outside, deep breathing, counting to ten and taking a few minutes for yourself are quick
and effective ways to manage your own stress and put you in a better place to soothe and comfort your baby.
It’s super awesome and it will help distract your baby while you take a break. Every mama and baby should have one of these.
I wish you all the luck in the world. There will be good times and harder times.
Those tearful moments when your baby can’t stop crying will come and go. Knowing how to handle those moments will make life a little bit easier for both of you.
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Breastfeeding can be a big adventure but it doesn’t come easy. You’d think it would be the most natural thing in the world, but most really struggle with it.
But there’s plenty you can do to prepare and you should start well before your babe arrives.
It will ease your mind and make you feel much more prepared.
Learn what you can do ahead of time below so when the big day arrives you’ll be confident and have once less thing to worry about.
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Educate Yourself
You may have heard that breastfeeding is second nature and that there’s “nothing to it”; unfortunately that’s not always true.
Although some women easily adapt, breastfeeding actually has a steep learning curve.
It can be challenging for both mama and baby and it could take a while to get the hang of things.
Taking the time now to educate yourself and learn the basics will put you at an advantage when the baby arrives.
Understanding and focusing on why you’re breastfeeding can help you stay committed early on while you and baby are adjusting.
Prepare yourself by getting to know the challenges that could come up, understand the most common problems, and know where to go for support.
I recommend that you take an online breastfeeding course. Here’s one called Milkology that I recommend to all my readers.
It is so easy and it only costs $19. It is extremely popular and will teach you how to breastfeed in just a couple of hours.
Learn All About Latching Baby
If you haven’t breastfed before then you may not realize that it takes time for babies to learn the skill of latching themselves.
Most people assume that babies naturally attach but it doesn’t usually happen that way. You have to guide them and you need to know exactly what to do.
Without a proper latch you can suffer from poor milk supply and painful sore nipples; and your baby could have a hard time getting enough milk for proper weight gain and nutrition.
It’s the most important thing. Here are a few basic tips that might help when it comes time for your baby to latch. But again seeing it in action and having a lactation consultant teach you is best.
Ensure your baby’s nose is not up against your breast or body; the baby needs to be able to breathe freely and have adequate room.
Wait for your baby to tilt her head back and open her mouth; when her mouth is open wide gently push her mouth into your nipple. Baby should have most of the areola in their mouth. You may then need to use your fingers to curl their lips around and guide
them.
While nursing it’s important that you control and support the baby’s head at all times. Be gentle and be patient; they’re trying to figure it all out, too.
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Get Familiar with Breastfeeding Positions
I’ve found that many new moms have a vision in their head of what breastfeeding looks like and so it doesn’t occur to them that there might be other positions or other ways to get it done.
Knowing the different positions and when they might come in handy will make things easier while you and baby are adapting.
Different positions will also help keep your nipples from getting so sore.
You can learn all the good positions in the course I mentioned earlier.
Milk supply is critical for your baby’s health. It’s important that you’re able to build up a proper milk supply and you can do this by nursing on demand.
It won’t be easy and it can come with challenges.
The first 4-6 weeks you will feel like you’re nursing around the clock; and you kind of are.
At a minimum, you will breastfeed every 2-3 hours (probably more than that) and if the baby takes 15 minutes per side you’re looking at about 30 minutes each time.
It can be rough but I never minded it. In fact, I enjoyed every minute of this special time.
But knowing what to expect and having realistic expectations can reduce stress and increase the odds of breastfeeding success.
I love the picture of the baby breastfeeding above. She is about to fall asleep and it’s such a lovely, sweet photo. It reminds me of when I breastfed my own little ones, especially my baby girl.
Enjoy it while you can!!
Become Aware of Common Problems
With determination, you can be successful at breastfeeding and will get to a point where it feels natural and becomes a normal part of your life; it just takes time to get there.
Because breastfeeding problems can come up from the beginning it’s important you be aware of common problems.
Breast engorgement usually occurs between 3-5 days postpartum and is a result of your real milk coming in.
This extreme engorgement can make your breasts feel heavy, painful, and hard like rocks. It’s pretty miserable.
When breasts become engorged moms might suffer from clogged milk ducts because the baby isn’t able to empty each side.
You should also start preparing your body with a proper diet and nutrition to support your baby’s growth.
You should be doing that from the beginning but if you want a hardy milk supply to arrive right on time, it’s even more important in the last 6 weeks of pregnancy.
You can work on creating a peaceful environment and know where to go for support.
A support group in the area or even online can be a great resource for those that don’t have family or spousal
support.
You can join our Facebook group here is you’re so inclined.
All these things will get you well on your way to breastfeeding your babe successfully. I wish you all the luck in the world on this special journey.
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Bringing home baby for the first time is a real event! And you think you’re prepared but YOU ARE NOT.
I remember walking through the door with each baby, but especially the first baby, and feeling complete overwhelm.
A flood of complex and strange emotions came over me each time. Feelings that I still can’t explain now.
You’ll know the feeling soon enough.
There are some things I know now that I sure wish I had known then…. Perhaps I wouldn’t have felt so strange and terrified.
So I’m passing on what I’ve learned from having three little ones to you. I think it will help you in the days ahead.
Check it out below!
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18 Secrets I Wish I Knew Before Bringing Home My Newborn
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First Prepare For Postpartum Pain
Moms so often forget to prepare for their own part of the experience and that’s a big mistake. You cannot be joyful and attentive to your new babe when it hurts to walk and you’re suffering.
Read this post so that you know what to expect and you can prepare accordingly.
Here are some products that can help you be more comfortable during this time. Read the post I listed above to find out why each of these things is necessary.
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Have A Pacifier for The Ride Home
Babies can get scared the first time they ride in the car. It’s a new experience for them and it can be strange.
Having a pacifier will help ease the stress for your babe and you, because riding in the car with a terrified, screaming newborn for 45 minutes is not fun. Trust me, I’ve been there.
You should prepare freezer meals before your baby comes so that you don’t have to spend tons of time in the kitchen.
So when you’re in that nesting stage and you get that sudden burst of energy, take advantage of it and prepare and freeze as many meals as possible.
Limit Visits Or Just Say No
Tell your friends and family that you would love for them to come see you, but not until the third week when you’ve cleaned up some and feel more like yourself.
Be firm with them. You need your space right now and you don’t want a crowd hanging around unless it’s your mama helping you out or something along those lines.
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Breastfeeding May Be Really Difficult
Breastfeeding can be pretty rough during those first few weeks, but it is SO worth it!
But at first, you’re going to have really tender nipples, even if you have a really good latch technique.
If you don’t know how to latch your baby before you start trying the pain will be a lot worse. It’s important that you go into breastfeeding knowing what you’re doing so it will be easy for you and your babe.
Contrary to popular belief, babies don’t know how to instinctually latch onto the breast properly. They certainly know how to suckle but there is a very specific way to latch onto the breast to get the milk.
You don’t just stick the baby’s head straight to your nipple. Please don’t. This will cause terrible pain for you and frustration for your little one and this is why so many mamas give up on breastfeeding.
I highly recommend you take a breastfeeding course. There’s an online video course called Milkology that’s only $19. She has a pumping class too. This is the best way to be prepared for breastfeeding because you cannot count on the staff to teach you how. See The course here.
Some hospitals will indeed have a lactation consultant but many do not so be prepared.
You should equip yourself with some breastfeeding tools that will ease the transition from tender nipples to breastfeeding conditioned nipples. They will also help tremendously.
Milk shells are awesome and they’ll save your shirts and you from embarrassment. They go over your breasts and save the milk that leaks out.
Because milk will leak out and when you least expect it.
Store Frozen Breastmilk In Soda Boxes
Cut the top off a Soda Box and use it to store your breast milk bags in the freezer.
You have to have some way of organizing them because if you don’t every time you open the freezer frozen milk bags will fall out and hit you right in the toes. True Story.
Learn How To Swaddle
Learning to swaddle your baby well will be a great comfort to your child. In the womb, they’re wrapped tight and they enjoy the feeling it brings.
It will help her sleep better and it will also keep her from startling so much.
Babies have a startle reflex where they throw their arms up in the air often. It’s a normal part of development but it can be disruptive and stress them out so swaddling can help prevent this.
Use A Noise Machine
Being inside the womb is loud. There’s fluid moving, digestion going on and your heart is beating loudly to mention a few things.
It all blends together to create a lovely sound your babe learned to sleep to.
A noise machine can mimic some of those sounds and it will relax her and help her rest better.
You can even get one that has a heartbeat sound. Here’s my favorite one on Amazon. It has tons of great reviews.
Use a Fan In The Baby’s Room
Having a fan in your baby’s room is very important because it reduces the chances of SIDS a lot.
Studies have found that simply having a fan in the room lowered a baby’s risk of SIDS by 72 percent.
Parents who worry that their child will be chilled by a fan should know that fans do not cool the air, they simply move air around.
You’ll need to cut your baby’s nails often as they grow. They are thin but they are sharp like little razors.
They will cut his face all up if not properly trimmed every few weeks. I know because this happened to my babes even though I cut them regularly.
The best time to do this is while your babe is sleeping. These nails are so thin that they’re hard to see and if you do it while your baby Is awake and moving you will risk cutting his sweet stubby fingers.
All babies get tummy aches and some colic. Their bodies have to learn to digestive milk and foods and it can be a cumbersome task.
They have to develop the internal flora to accommodate your breast milk or formula and this takes time. It can be very uncomfortable and there’s nothing worse than a screaming baby who seems to be in horrible pain.
You feel so helpless and all you can do is comfort your little one and wish there was something more you can do.
That’s where the Grip Water comes in. It works wonders and you’ll be SO glad you have it for those scary moments when you feel helpless.
Try not to be too hard on yourself. You’re gonna be tired, You’re gonna make mistakes, You’re gonna feel guilt for literally no reason and you’re going to be a hormonal mess.
Just get plenty of rest and let shit go.
Don’t compare yourself to other mamas because they’ve all had their own struggles as well.
And please don’t get upset over your body. You’ll go through insane changes and it’s no walk in the park.
If you still have a baby bump for a few months just know that it is completely normal.
Wearing a belly wrap will help this considerably if you’re really worried about your tummy. In fact, I highly recommend it. Here’s a post on why you should wear one.
**Speaking of Your Postpartum body, if you’re worried about getting your body back and losing the baby weight I recommend the program The Postpartum Cure. It’s very popular and it’s helped many mamas lose the weight, flatten their tummy back out all while increasing your milk supply. It’s an excellent option if you want to get back to your shape quickly and safely. Here’s a link if you want to check it out.
So there you go. I hope these 18 tips will help you feel a little more prepared. I know they’re random but they all are important.
Good luck to you and I wish you all the best!
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Hey, I’m Toni and I’m the mama of 3 Little Birds. I love Writing about all Things Mama. Learn more about me here. Grab a Tea or Coffee and come see what you find.
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