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Baby on the Way

I know there is nothing more exciting than finding out there is a baby on the way (if you want one), but don't go all crazy with the shopping just yet. Remember that there you will get tons of gifts if you have a baby shower and even after the baby is born. I have a few tips that you should keep in mind now and when the baby is born. 
 
1. Do not get too many new born outfits! Babies grow quickly after they are born, I know with my baby there are a few newborn outfits and onesies she didn't get a chance to wear. Just a few onesies and overalls should do the trick. Same goes with diapers they grow fast so don't get too much of the same size ahead of time.
 
2. There will always be and continue to be good sales even after the baby is born. If you splurge all at once and forget something you will get that chance again. Do not go overboard!
 
3. There are lots of sites you can sign up for and get free samples. I signed up for Huggies, Nestle, and Similac and got lots of great samples from all of them. With Huggies they sent me a package of newborn diapers, a bag, changing pad, and a small pack of wipes. Nestle sent me Good Start formula the individual bottles kind and the powder. When she turned four months they sent me a pack of rice cereal too! They also send along tons of coupons for you to use!
 
4. When your baby is born the most important thing is to trust your own judgement! In the end you know your baby better than anyone else and you know what is best for them. Even if you are a first time parent, like myself, we do have a motherly instinct that shows we know just what to do.
 
5. Before your baby is born and even after try to get some relaxing time to yourself. Making a baby is hard work and that hard work continues after they are born. Sometimes all you need is a few minutes to bring it back together or even a nice relaxing bath. In the end you know it is all worth your efforts.
 
Hopefully these tips are helpful to you and I cannot stress out to trust your own instincts. Mothers know best :)
 
 
 
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