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Becoming a parent is rewarding, exciting, and yes - downright terrifying. And the days leading up to your baby’s arrival can be unnerving when you’re not quite sure what to expect. Feeling nervous and anxious is completely normal. To help you settle your nerves and get you ready for the big day, we recommend that you start mentally preparing yourself in advance. To get you started, here are five mental preparations for before your baby is born to get you in the right state of mind and more primed for the joys and challenges of parenthood. Putting Your Needs on Hold Not only will your body change, but your entire life will be transformed as you enter into motherhood. Your baby will soon become your number one priority, needing you morning to night for feedings, diaper changes and of course, pampering. There will be little time for anyone else but your baby. So before they are born, you should start mentally preparing to put your needs and wants aside and get ready to focus primarily on your new little love. Altering Your Schedule Another way to start mentally preparing for your baby’s arrival is to accept the lifestyle change that you are about to experience. Your weekly book club, date night, and cardio class are going to have to be put on hold for a while. And there’s no better time to start winding down your schedule than now. That way you can ease into to the transition from your current life more easily. Getting Ready for Delivery The thought of birthing can make anyone nervous and scared. But negative thoughts about delivery will only make labour a stressful experience. Instead, mentally prepare by studying how to relax yourself during labour and what effective techniques will help manage the discomfort during delivery. Reading other women’s positive birth stories can also be helpful and reassuring. Simply making an effort to calm your nerves may help more than you think! Deciding How to Raise Your Baby One of the more difficult parts of childbirth is deciding how to raise your baby. If this is your first child, it can be overwhelming trying to choose what child-rearing techniques will be best for you. Your partner may also have different ideas. So before the birth, you should start to talk this through with your partner. Being prepared in advance will help you better handle each situation when or if it arises. Being mentally prepared before birth gives you the chance to work through your fears and concerns. It also provides time to research what you don’t know and understand so you can better handle it if it happens in the future.

When you’re a soon-to-be mom, there is so much you need to prepare for, like Lamaze class, late nights, and buying those first essential baby items. And when it comes to figuring out what basic items are necessary, it can really make your head spin. Knowing the difference between what you need versus what you can live without can really make your life easier, especially when you’re trying to budget. So if you’ve got a baby on the way, here are the essentials you’ll need: Crib Of course, your baby needs a place to sleep. One of the first things you should buy for your baby’s arrival is the crib. If you choose to use one that has been passed down make sure it meets today’s safety standards.  Choose a firm mattress. Baby BathTub Although it is possible to bathe baby in the sink at first, a specialized baby bathtub will make bath time much easier for you and your newborn. They are inexpensive and definitely worth it. Diapers You can never have too many diapers as a new parent. So if you see them on sale at your grocery store, stock up! Avoid the newborn size, which many babies either never use or only for a short number of days. Car Seat Another essential you'll need with a new baby on the way is a car seat for your vehicle. An infant seat is often designed to be used up until the baby is one year of age depending on how quickly they grow.  They can be detached from their base in the car and clipped to a stroller to avoid waking baby. Stroller or baby carrier This really depends on your lifestyle. Some city moms will use mostly a baby carrier at first while moms who are in a and out of their car need a stroller or wheels for their car seat. Clothing Depending on the season, you’ll really only need a bunch of bodysuits and warm baby pajamas if your child is born in winter. Anything else is not comfortable for a newborn. Avoid complicated clothes like baby jeans, dresses etc. Baby Sleeping Bags Having a cozy baby sleeping bag is also essential. This is a wearable blanket that will help your baby stay warm at night and during naps without any potentially dangerous loose blankets in the crib. The best ones come with shoulder snaps and zippers that make it easy to get your baby into the nest even while they are asleep. We know what it’s like to be a first-time parent. It’s like a rollercoaster of excitement paired with a lot of stress. But being prepared with the essentials can help ease your worries by providing your baby with what they need. At baby deedee, we offer safe, comfortable and high-quality baby essentials like sleeping bags, pajamas, bedding, and accessories. Check out our selection online today!

A new baby means lots of exciting things are coming your way. One of which is the baby shower!