Personal Care Items for "Down There"
After giving birth to my twins, I was in for a rude awakening! Giant pads, granny panties, sprays, creams, and a squirt bottle! What the heck! While the hospital will generously supply you with the spray, cream, and squirt bottle you want to make sure you have some comfy underware and thick pads (the ones you've looked at in the store and thought you would never need!) for when you come home. Save your spouse this trip to the store for these items-he will thank you!
For a complete list of after-birth essentials click here.
Mommy Wear
Just because you're a mom now doesn't mean you have to dress like one! For the first weeks home you want to be ready for a nap or to open the door to your friends and family who are stopping by to drop off dinner and to meet your latest family member. Stock up on some nice sweats or yoga pants (I don't care if their in style still or not!) and some comfy tanks or tops that will work for nursing and make you feel comfortable and somewhat put together.
Paper Supplies
I am all about being "green" but after coming home from the hospital with an adorable baby who wants to do the dishes? Wouldn't you rather spend your time gazing at you sweet little one while he/she naps? Plus, you need to follow the rule of sleeping when baby does! Trust me!!
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated! Breastfeeding or not, you just gave birth to a human being! You need your H2O to stay hydrated and help with the transition from being pregnant to not. Water does amazing things for your body, have a couple water bottles on hand so you can stay hydrated throughout the day and night! Dishwasher safe is always a plus! Check out reviews on the water bottles above.
Night Light
I am sure you've found an adorable night light for your little one's nursery but have you thought about how you and your spouse are going to make it to the nursery in a sleepy stupor ? Our local electric company sent us an energy efficient pack that included a night light like the one pictured above. No bulb to hassle with and comes on when it's dark. The sleek (no I'm not selling them!) design keeps them from hanging out in the hallway.
Batteries
When deciding to have a baby, you bought into one of the biggest industries that makes children happy and parents nuts! Batteries, you may not know what you'll need them for now, but trust me, you need a drawer or cupboard, like in our house, that is stocked with a variety of batteries. And don't waste your money, go ahead and buy the good batteries too, they really do last longer!
Have an Understanding
Before baby arrives and hormones are flying, talk to your spouse about the upcoming chapter in your life. Things aren't going "back to normal" once your baby arrives, which can be difficult for your spouse and you. Have an honest discussion about what one another is looking forward to, concerns you both have, the roles you'll now have with a baby around. Telling your spouse how they can be helpful at home with your new baby (before your hormones are all over the place) will help them adjust to their new role as a parent and you happy! Read more on what to discuss before baby arrives!
Thank You Cards
I have been told I'm an old soul, but who doesn't like getting actual mail these days?! Have a stash of thank you cards on hand stamped and labeled with your return address. You will have a lot of friends and family members thinking and doing a lot for you and your family. Who doesn't love to get a nice note in the mail from an awesome new mommy like you?!
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