“First-Time Mom”
By: Jackie G. Maxwell.
Having a baby can be one the most life-changing experiences there are. And not all those changes will be easy to cope with. Here are some tips for a first-time Mom, to help you get through the rougher times.
The vast majority of women today, are working when they become pregnant. That means making a decision whether to stay home with the baby, or return to work. This is something you can consider during your pregnancy, weighing the pros and cons of your income, versus the benefits to this child, and any others to come in the future. If you decide to return to work, finding childcare ahead of time, will relieve you of the worries when your maternity leave is at an end. Read more…
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An Essay from Heidi Murkoff
What to Expect started with information–or, actually, lack of information. In fact, when I found out I was expecting for the first time–I didn’t have the slightest idea of what to expect. And back then, it wasn’t as easy to find out what to expect as you’d think. I created What to Expect When You’re Expecting because I couldn’t find the answers to my questions or the reassurance for my worries that I was searching for in the pregnancy books I read (and believe me, I read plenty).
I was a mom on a mission–a mission to help other moms and dads worry less and enjoy their pregnancies (and their babies, and their toddlers) more. And I’ve been on that mission ever since. Read more…
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February 25th, 2009
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“First-Time Dad”
By: Jackie G. Maxwell.
So you’re going to become a father. Now is not the time to panic. You’ve got lots of time to get used to the idea, before that new life you helped create, arrives to join your own. These tips for a first-time Dad will help you to survive the pre-baby and post-birth jitters.
Be supportive of your partner during the pregnancy. Some women have a more difficult time than others, and the fluctuation of hormones can bring on everything from mood swings to what seems to be unreasonable irritation with you, and everything else. While you may not understand her moods, remember that they are transient, and weather them in whatever way works best for you both. She may be irritated, but would appreciate a simple gesture like flowers, a foot rub, or even a cup of tea without having to get up. You’ll find your own paths to peace, as the pregnancy progresses. Read more…
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