Here is a fun and practical packing list with the do’s and don’ts of packing for your birth. Remember your birthplace is unique but these are universal guidelines to make this tradition easier for you.
Are you stressing about the costs of planning for your new baby? Pregnancy can be stressful enough without worrying about savings. So use these tips to ease your worries and get your home and life ready to welcome your new bundle of joy.
Recovery after a cesarean birth is different than vaginal birth recovery. Although the cesarean may have been necessary, it still is major abdominal surgery. You will need to limit your activities and follow your providers instructions fully. The recovery process after a cesarean usually takes 4-6 weeks and for some much longer.
There are several things parents can do to minimize the stress of a newborn. By preparing the family, you can help your child adjust to necessary change even before you bring the baby home. Siblings can become excited, prepared and welcoming with these simple steps.
Having twins or triplets will be one of the most intense experiences of your life. There will be so much wonder, love, and pride. Yes, there will be difficult days full of exhaustion and anxiety, but there will be double the smiles and laughter.