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Question - What's the best piece of parenting or pregnancy advice you have received?

kmcl2008 · March 2010

The best piece of advice I received is to attempt breastfeeding from Day 1. It has been worth it for me and LO.

mara005 · March 2010

I would say - Let others help you, let them shop, do laundry, take the dog for a walk, cook dinner or whatever you need. Don't be afraid to ask the people that are willing to do these things to do them, it can be a life saver.

Belle15 · March 2010

New babies bring LOTS of unsolicited advice. The most helpful for me was on teething. One of the ladies I know suggested keeping a cup in the freezer with a few infant tooth brushes handy. When DD is teething we just rotate through the toothbrushes and it works like a charm. She'll gnaw on the frozen bristhles and even the cold handle. I've never had to give her motrin or tylenol.

nmeandwjh · March 2010

I'm not a mom yet... Only a short while to go... My husband and I have been really nervous about all the ways our lives are going to change... It has been especially hard on my husband because he thinks he's going to have to "give up" so many of the current things he enjoys...

So, the best advice I got was from a father of two... he told me to tell my husband, "I know it's hard, but try not to focus on all the things you're giving up... instead focus on all the wonderful things you'll be gaining... Because the joy and love that you're going to feel, far outweighs a night out with the boys... and... you'll still get to go out anyway... maybe not as often, but your life is not over... It's only just beginning! Enjoy!"

Kelly4evr · March 2010

Even though we are just begining to TTC I have been a nanny for 10 years. Some of the best things I have heard are 1. Always leave the house every day. Even if it is just to go for a walk or to run to the store for eggs. It helps you to take a break and realize there is still a whole world going on outside there and 2. Make sure you take time for yourself and your sig other regularly. Children are amazing but you need to remember who you are outside of being a mother. Date nights always help too!

PK2 · March 2010

Advice that friends gave us that I never really thought about was to put together all of the baby gear BEFORE the baby arrives-the swing, bouncy seat, monitors etc. I couldn't imagine how stressful it would have been to do this after the baby arrives.

thetigerlillie · March 2010

Talk with you significant other about realistic expectations...so what if laundry isnt done (by either of you) or you eat dinner late. As long as baby is happy and healthy things will fall into place.

PK2 · March 2010

Also, Sleep when the baby sleeps in the begining no matter what time of day it is.

andrenoa · March 2010

Its my 1st pregnancy so of course I'm getting TONs of advice about everything. Here are my top 3!

1) Travel Absolutely find the time to take a "babymoon." It doesn't have to someplace exotic or far away, just the opportunity to relax and enjoy "pre-baby" time. Paradise

2) Do not give up on breastfeeding. For first time moms, it can be frustrating or it can be easy. Either way, it is the best thing you can do for both baby and mom.

3) Sleep Infant massage after bathtime can be a great way to relax baby before bedtime and a wonderful bonding experience. There are demonstrations online (google; you tube) or you can find classes nearby.

Smile

MomMommyMama · March 2010

Enjoy every stage - even the tough ones. They go so fast!

piranah49 · March 2010

Take it easy. Women have been having and raising children for thousands and thousands of years... you'll be able to do it too.

cinr11 · March 2010

This is our first pregnancy and we are so Happy and nervous at the same time.

We had some great advices that people gave us but the best one yet was.

Enjoy being a mom and dad because it a great feeling and it goes by so fast. Enjoy them when they are tiny because they grow up so fast! YOu sleep when the baby sleeps. Which I as a first time mom, thought you had to be up and make sure baby is ok .

HellsBelle08 · March 2010

The best piece of parenting advice that I have received, is in a nutshell, RELAX! It's too easy to stress the small stuff and constantly wonder (especially on an online parenting community!) if you have the best baby gear, are offering the best baby foods, if your kid is talking enough, walking early enough, growing teeth fast enough, etc etc. You lose sight of the big picture-enjoying your child, every day! Smile

nabiasi · March 2010

The best pregnancy advice I've received so far is to try to share my pregnancy as best I can with my DH. It's so nice to see how excited he gets when we see LO with an ultrasound or when he feels him kick. We read our week by week book together and talk, plan, dream about our LO and I really feel like it helps him connect to our child even though I'm the one that gets to carry him.

NManger · March 2010

To take the time to enjoy LO while he is a baby...becaus ethey grow SO fast!

dvaeve · March 2010

Best piece of advice I have gotten:

Every baby is different and don't worry too much about how you measure up to other new moms around you. You and your baby will find your own rhythm and bond that will be even better than you ever imagined...

lisaNov3 · March 2010

Some good advice i received & used:

1. breastfeed from day 1. make sure you consult with a LC while at the hospital. The ones at South Nassau were amazing!

2. invest in a good quality pump (if you're going to be a working mom).. makes a world of difference

3. get up & walk as soon as you can after the birth (c/s or vaginal).

also.. don't take too much stock in others opinions.. trust your gut and do what's best for you & your baby..

stinagg · March 2010

The best advice I have gotten being a new mom was to sleep when she sleeps and do not let her get used to sleeping on you otherwise you will not be able to put her down.

cboshnack · March 2010

This is the first time I am posting so I hope that I'm doing it right.

The best advice came from my mom who said never close the door when the baby is sleeping or talk in whispers. If you need to vacuum then vacuum. If the dog starts to bark then the dog starts to bark. Her theory is that is makes the baby better sleepers in the long term because they become more adapt to noises around them while they are sleeping.

This is my first, so I don't know if it's a good idea only in theory, but we shall see.

Thanks Bump!

iluvtom · March 2010

I think the best advice I ever recived that it is to treasure each day to the fullest because it goes so fast. Take a picture daily to watch your child's milestones and record everything. There will be hard days but then smile and look at the pictures and you will remember that the baby gives you the greatest joy even when they are screaming due to teething!

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