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3 days ago
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Help, please.
36 weeks of pregnancy, 4 more left (give or take a couple :) and I don't know what to do to get ready for this baby. When I was pregnant with Noah, I seem to remember adhering to exhaustive pre-baby to-do checklists. This time around, I haven't had the energy to search out such lists from baby books or websites, and I'd just rather ask real mothers what I could be doing these next few weeks. So a little help here would be welcome. Especially any experiences or advice related to having a 2nd child, if there are any different preparations to consider. I'm torn between spoiling the first child before #2 comes to steal the spotlight, and starting to wean him from my undivided attention. Also, I have forgotten a lot about having and caring for a newborn. So, I'm soliciting advice. Anyone who has any good ideas about what to do before a baby comes, please let me know! I'm sure my babies will be thankful!
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As someone who is going through this right now here is my advice 1. get a double stroller 2. if you don't already have some sort of baby sling/holder (I have a baby bjorn I love) get one, mobility is key 3. put one of those childproof door knob things on the OUTSIDE of your bedroom door so you can leave the baby in there safe from Noah during showers 4. don't be bashful about asking Kyle to help a lot. Good luck and call if you ever need to vent.
I didn't realize you were that far along!!! Try not to stress...I've learned that simplifying helps. Onesies and sleepers have become great for everyday wear. Put diapers/wipes in a few areas of your house for easy access. Also, we have given our kids a little "present" when we get home from the hospital for them becoming a big brother/sister. Nothing big, just something to make them feel special as well! Most of all, don't ever be afraid or feel bad to ask for help! Best wishes to you guys!
I can't believe you're so close already! I've only seen you once in the last nine months. How sad! Well, as for advice on two children...I'll be coming to you for that :) But I will never forget the number 1 most important thing on my TO DO list during labor: HAVE AN EPIDURAL.
I also had a present from the baby Brittany for Dean. I would probably start weaning him from you now, as I'm sure you are well aware it will be hard after all this time of having you to himself. Better to let those hard times come when there is not a little one who needs you at the same time. Then there is always the family history of my dad setting his baby brothers bassinet on fire. Better to let him get his issues out BEFORE the baby comes! You will do great, you are great. Remember also babies are strong and they will survive, you don't always have to be Super Mom! Of course you can always resort to drugs...(kidding!) XOXOXO
Wow! I didn't realize that you were only four weeks away. Get as much sleep as possible. :)
You have such wonderful intuition - you'll be fine. It's great to remember that two kids are not twice as much work as one. (But they are at least twice as much fun!)
Since Noah has such a sweet nature, I'm sure that he will love his brother. Or maybe he will sit on Jacob's head when you aren't looking. Either way, it will work out by the time they're 18 or so.
Love to you, Kyle, and our sweet bucket head.
The biggest thing I remember from the 1 to 2 transition is making sure you spend a little one on one time with th older one each day to allay the jealousy. Sleep during nap times, and make sure you have some way to keep both hands free when you need it. I loved our baby sling and bouncer seat.
I would say bring a toy home for Noah when you bring the baby home. That way he has something to play with when your busy nursing. Other then that you will figure it out. It just comes to you.
In addition to all the great advice you already have...
start doubling the meals you make a freezing a set. Whenever anyone asks how they can help, TELL THEM! DON'T say that you are fine, that you don't need anything... there is ALWAYS something someone else can help you with. Don't turn down any offers, no matter how independent you want to try to be.
Good luck
(This is Laura's sister in law by the way... and Vanessa Okamoto's friend).
it's time for a new post kate :)
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