- Don’t expect your baby to do what the baby books say she should be doing.
- Don’t expect him to sleep through the night. If he does, that’s fabulous, but many babies don’t.
- Don’t judge or criticize your own mothering. Just do the best you can.
- Hand your baby over to someone you trust for a while if you are feeling as though you are reaching your limit.
- Allow yourself some time away from your baby, as long as he is left in the care of a responsible, loving adult.
- Do everything you can to get enough rest and sleep.
- Spend time with other moms who have babies.
- Get as much support as you can from your partner, your friends and family.
- If you are single, you need extra support so use whatever support is offered to you..
- Consult a ‘Babies in Mind’ practitioner or a mental health professional if you are struggling emotionally with yourself and/or your baby during this time or if you feel you may be depressed or anxious.
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