So we are down to about 7 weeks (if they induce me) until Conner comes! I'm getting freaked out and do not feel ready at all! I have been making a list of some things that need to get done before he comes, like cleaning and finishing the nursery. But is there anything you wish that you had done with your spouse before your babies came?
November 2018
5 years ago
7 comments:
Some good rest and relaxation... just me and the hubby! Take some last minute time for just the two of you... a night away from "home" even if it is just a hotel downtown... You guys will soon find out that time comes few and far between when baby comes. I think it is very important to express just how much you love eachother because in the hustle and bustle of daily life after and soon before baby comes... I think one of both of you could possably start to feel replaced in a way. I know it may sound crazy... but it is common for daddy to be to feel less important... not that Chris is, but I wish that Bill and I had one last rondevoux before the babies came. Also, be sure you have some infant tylenol and motrin on hand before baby comes... I remember the first time Brenna had a fever and I didn't have anything to give her the panic I felt when I had to rush (with her) to the store. Every baby shower I go to now I am sure to include some with the gift! Hope that helps!
Get some gripe water too-it helps with gas, takes away hiccups instantly! I wish I had found it earlier! Go out and have a nice dinner with hubby see your last movie at the theatre for awhile (if you can sit through one)!
We used the swing for Addy so much! It was seriously a life saver for us some nights. I totally agree about spending some time together. Go get a hotel room, have a nice dinner, and just relax. You will be glad you did once that baby gets here.
No regrets about things I wish I would have done but I will echo what everyone else has said. Enjoy the alone time together and how easy it is to go out to dinner and have a conversation that doesn't revolve around diapers, etc. because it all changes when you have kids. In a good way!
I agree with whatever one has also said. Alex and I spent a lot of time together the month prior and it was well needed. Once the baby comes it is so hard to find time together. Especially as a new mom you want to take the baby with you everywhere. Its been almost two months and we have only had lunch together alone. Rest of the outings have included our little man. I would definatly stock up on the medicine. Luckily the only medicine Max has needed is Gas drops and stuff for when they get congested. Also my doctor recommend getting a humifier. That way it just helps them breath better. I also wish I would have learned more or read about a C-section. Just in case. Because you never know what will happen. If a C-section is needed. Your stomach will be in all sorts of pain. Especially with gas which is the worst. Sometimes I would cry cause it hurt so bad. So stock up on some stuff for you as well. <3
Make sure you get the damn drapes up incase he comes early:) lol That was my problem! I love the pics of him. I cant wait to meet him:)
Be firm in your wants at the hospital. They CAN'T make you do anything you don't want to have done (unless life or death.) If you want to have your baby in the room with you the whole time, tell them. If you don't want to nurse, don't let them pressure you (even thought I am a BIG advocate of nursing...) If you want to stay for two days in the hospital, DO IT! If you want to go home, do it. Don' let ANYONE else make decisions for you. Know what you want, and make it known.
Oh and do spend some precious time with hubby. You will probably miss it being just the two of you. Enjoy it.
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