There are many tasks to complete before your kid is born, including prenatal visits, paperwork, and everything else. Sometimes, it seems like your list of things to accomplish keeps as big as your tummy does!
However, preparing for a baby doesn’t have to be a difficult experience. You’ll be ready for your child with a little planning and organisation. Use this checklist to help you feel prepared, willing, and competent to welcome your baby into the world.
1. Put The Essentials in Your Hospital Pack.
Packing a hospital bag with the necessities for the baby is the most important thing to do before arriving at the hospital or birthing facility. Compile a list of essentials for a hospitalised newborn. In addition to the obvious items like clothing, towels, and nappies, it’s a good idea to ask friends and relatives what they think you should bring.
2. Get Your Postpartum Kit Organised.
You’ll need to put together a postpartum basics set. Both pregnancy and the postpartum period may be rather challenging. It takes time for your body to become used to giving birth. Maternity pads, disposable pants, pain relievers and postpartum vitamins are all part of your postpartum care. While you’re recovering, you’ll also need comfy clothing.
3. Meal Prep
It’s important to prepare your meals in advance of the baby’s arrival. For the first few days after your return home, it is best to have meals ready. You may not have the luxury of sleeping and taking showers according to your regular schedule, but you can eat exactly when you need to, provided you have food ready.
Meal prep is preparing large quantities of food and keeping it in freezer-safe containers. It also entails slicing and peeling veggies, which will facilitate quick and simple meal assembly. Think about preparing meat, such as fish or poultry, beans, and rice or quinoa.
4. Keep Your Toiletries and Groceries Stocked.
One task that must be completed before the baby’s birth is the postpartum grocery list. You will need to store a lot of fresh and frozen meals, so, your freezer and refrigerator have enough space.
Make sure you have enough toiletries. You will regret not purchasing items like soap, toothpaste, and toilet paper before your due date. You never know when the baby may decide to come, so, at 35 weeks, you need to do a full grocery load!
5. Treat Yourself!
When the baby arrives, you will need to change your sleep routine drastically, so be liberal with the relaxation. To get a little fun before your new bundle of joy comes, be sure to schedule dates with your partner and friends.
As you prepare for a newborn, take some time to pamper yourself with a manicure or pedicure at the salon. Take up knitting, reading, or writing. Life is going to get chaotic, so try to fit in as many activities as you can.
Conclusion
To make sure you’re prepared for the big day, there are a few important things you should do before your baby is delivered. Preparation may make you feel more at peace, from organising support and making a birth plan to setting up the nursery and collecting newborn basics. Focus on one activity at a time, and keep in mind that flexibility is essential regardless of how much you plan. You’ll be more than prepared to enjoy the amazing journey of motherhood once your baby is born!
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