| Before the birth of your first born, it is best to be | | | | to assist.o Prepare diapers, cot, bottles, clothes, |
| prepared in order to enjoy motherhood. Here are | | | | shampoo, powder, bath basin etc.o Prepare things to |
| some tips:o Attend prenatal care and talk to nurses | | | | bring to hospital - baby's clothes, diapers, blanket, your |
| and doctors who will give very informative advice.o | | | | clothes, toothbrush etc for a few days stay.o Get a |
| Discuss your views about parenting with your spouseo | | | | pediatrician ready. Your gynecologist would |
| Read books on baby care. You would find useful | | | | recommend.o Buy soft music for baby.o Read the |
| information on how best to manage your new born | | | | milestone from birth to 1 year.o Learn about |
| who can be very demandingo Be prepared on what | | | | breastfeeding. You need nursing bras or pads.o Get a |
| to do if you encounter post natal blues. | | | | car seat or a stroller readyo When you are confident |
| You can find information from the internet or books.o | | | | in managing your new born then motherhood is a joy.o |
| Search the internet and find information about feeding , | | | | Get name for baby girl or baby boy ready. It is |
| diaper changing, colic, why baby cries non-stop, | | | | important to ensure that the name you have chosen |
| sterilizing bottles etco Consult other parents and listen | | | | sounds alright and is meaningful. Do ask others for |
| to their experiences and adviceon how they cope with | | | | opinion because you may not realise it may sound |
| their new borno You would be exhausted after | | | | embarrassing. Remember your child will live that name |
| delivery and need help. Do get relatives or babysitters | | | | for live. |