A pregnant couple was asking what my three top tips for new parents. I told them 1) layer sheets and rectangular waterproof pads/mats(the fitted ones won't let you layer as much)on the baby's mattress. I usually used three layers (sheet and pad) minimum. Very helpful in the middle of the night when baby gets wet or spits up, etc. Just strip one layer off and the bed is already made! 2) Buy more bottles than you think you need. That way you aren't washing bottles/nipples constantly. 3)Keep an extra diaper bag in each car trunk. Extra basic clothes for the baby AND parents need to be in there! Because if baby gets messy often a parent is also a mess as a result. Don't forget to update for the seasons. (Baggies of Cheerios also a good idea later on.)
I agree extra clothes for baby and good idea for mother. If not breasting feeding always pack more bottles and diapers when out and about.Don't ever put stuff animals in crib and back when my children were infants they were placed on their tummies. I know there are different views these days. Have a play mobile hanging from the car seat with a mirror it keeps them occupied as you are driving. I will think of more and post as they come up.
A pregnant couple was asking what my three top tips for new parents. I told them 1) layer sheets and rectangular waterproof pads/mats(the fitted ones won't let you layer as much)on the baby's mattress. I usually used three layers (sheet and pad) minimum. Very helpful in the middle of the night when baby gets wet or spits up, etc. Just strip one layer off and the bed is already made! 2) Buy more bottles than you think you need. That way you aren't washing bottles/nipples constantly. 3)Keep an extra diaper bag in each car trunk. Extra basic clothes for the baby AND parents need to be in there! Because if baby gets messy often a parent is also a mess as a result. Don't forget to update for the seasons. (Baggies of Cheerios also a good idea later on.)
ReplyDeleteI agree extra clothes for baby and good idea for mother. If not breasting feeding always pack more bottles and diapers when out and about.Don't ever put stuff animals in crib and back when my children were infants they were placed on their tummies. I know there are different views these days.
ReplyDeleteHave a play mobile hanging from the car seat with a mirror it keeps them occupied as you are driving. I will think of more and post as they come up.