Visiting a new baby? Think about the mum first

Repost time! The excitement of a newborn! It's quite a novelty when a new baby is born but how many people actually stop to think about the mother before rushing off to the hospital or house the minute she returns? . After a woman has given birth she is exhausted physically and it's an extremely overwhelming time. The combination of trying to bond with baby, establish breastfeeding, dealing with postpartum blood loss, little sleep and stitches can become all to much for some new mothers. . Many of us are happy to have a close family member visit us soon after the birth, especially when they are helpful ie making food, carrying out some simple chores etc. Having a barrage of visitors though can actually be quite stressful and irritating when everyone wants to pass the baby around (there's always that one person who won't give the baby back when they cry - they think they can soothe them better than mum) Taking a few days to recover and spend time as a family is a great way to start life with a new baby without worrying about your appearance for visitors, if you're leaking or if they need a cup of coffee. If you do decide you want visitors, make them useful and make sure they wash their hands before holding the baby! . . . . . . . . #postnatal #postpartum #painrelief #newbaby #midwife #babyadvice #babytips #homebirth #postpartumfitness #motherhood #mom #mum #studentmidwives #studentmidwife #doula #postpartum #pregnancyadvice #pregnancylife #maternity #hospital #health #breastfeeding #family #breastfeed