It’s been awhile since I looked after a baby. I have noticed that at the moment Ayomide just eats, sleeps and pops. 😁
Most babies just want to sleep and eat in the early days
Remember they’ve spent 9 months in a nice warm, snug, womb being with you 24/7 so that’s what they really want once they’re out in the world.
MY ADVICE FOR NEW MOMS 👇
Every day is different, there will be sleepy days and hungry days.
Get as much rest as you can, do try and sleep when the baby sleeps, even if it’s just a quick nap.
Drink plenty of water, especially if breastfeeding. It’s very important to look after yourself as well.
You are a lot more able to handle the nights if you can get a break during the day/evening.
So if family or friends can take the baby for a walk or just cuddle whilst you get an hour’s sleep is also helpful.
Basically enjoy the cuddles on the sofa. It doesn’t last forever.
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You will get ridiculous amounts of advice (including what I’ve said!!), some of it will be total opposites of each other.
You WILL figure it out and you WILL be fine.
Listen to advice, nod and smile, and ignore anything you don’t like.
My final thoughts
Set up little stations around the house (eg next to bed, sofa, in front of TV) with snacks, bottles of water, magazines, muslins (for leaking milk/baby burping up milk) and anything else you find essential for yourself!
Newborns feed for ages and drift in and out of sleep on you. It’s amazing, so enjoy the cuddles and the fact that you can totally legitimately sit on the sofa all day eating cake – you’ve just had a BABY!
Well done momma you’re doing great 🥰❤️❤️
I’m rooting for you 🥰❤️❤️
Remember it gets easier. Good luck!
#newborn
#newmom
#firsttimemums
#congratulations
#baby
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