Don't listen to all the advise people give you! Every baby is different so what worked for them, just might not work for you.
Gerber clothes run really small.
Gripe water is much cheaper at an Asian market.
Leave the tags on most of your clothes and don't wash them. You never know what is going to work out. Keep receipts and tags so you can return things.
Keep boxes! If something doesn't work you can return it. Plus, it ups the resale value on CraigsList or at Once Upon A Child.
If you are having problems breast feeding see a lactation consultant ASAP. Don't wait or try to figure it out on your own.
It took me a few months to feel like myself again.
Follow your baby's cues. Don't turn to a method right away.
It's okay to ask for help.
Most babies only want to be awake for 1-2 hours at a time.
Don't let anyone pressure you into doing something you're not comfortable with.
Don't feel like you have to keep everything that people buy you. I'm sure they would rather you exchange it for something you can use then have it sit around and collect dust.
You can't spoil a newborn.
Infants are developmentally unable to self sooth until at minimum 6 months.
Some babies are difficult. Just because you have a difficult baby doesn't mean you're a bad mom.
Your husband is your equal partner and your childs parent. He us not a babysitter.
A lot of parenting is trial and error. Just keep trying things until you stumble upon something that works.
Limit the number of visitors and how long they stay.
Garage sales are awesome for finding inexpensive baby stuff.
The hospital snot suckers are terrible. Get a Nose Frida.
If you feel yourself becoming frustrated with a screaming baby take a step back and breathe. You can't hear your baby crying from the shower. If it becomes too much, don't ever be afraid to ask for help.
Nursing bra pads and nipple cream are your new best friend. Find the biggest bra pads you can. You will leak. It will soak through your bra and shirt.
Do your research. Yes, there are many ways of doing things but some are safer than others. Just because someone says, "I do it and we've had no problems" doesn't mean it's okay. There are warnings out there for a reason.
Don't buy a bunch of newborn things until after baby is here. You could never need them or you could use them for months.
You will have a hormone crash. Accept it.
If you get the opportunity to stay an extra night in the hospital, take it.
Breastfeeding is HARD! It's difficult and it's painful. Pair that with your hormone crash and it is a recipe for disaster. If you really want to do it, stick with it. It will get better! If you end up quitting, don't feel guilty for your decision.
Tucks pads are awesome.
You will bleed the first time you get up. My god, the amount of blood.
It's normal to feel alone in the beginning.
Take home extra pads, disposable undies, and the peri bottle from the hospital. The pads are so much better than store bought ones and the undies can just get thrown away. The hospital has to trash them if you don't take them with you.
Don't rock your baby to sleep every night!! Put them down drowsy no matter how sweet and precious they look. Teaching them how to self soothe will keep you from lots of looooong nights in the future.
It is ok to ask anyone and everyone to wash their hands before holding the baby. If they get sick, YOU are the one who has to help them and deal with them.
Don't hesitate to call the Dr. That is what they are there for. I seriously called the nurses line once a week for the first two months. They were always nice, and in the end it gave me a peace of mind! They are used to new mom's!
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