51 Things Every New Mom Should Know:
There are an endless number of things I wish I knew before becoming a mother to my son, Riaan. Things your own parents may have forgotten and that the classes won’t tell you. Here are some pointers that every parent should know about your newborn: Labor: 1. It’s called “Labor” for a reason! 2. Take it one contraction at a time, and seriously, take the drugs. You have grown a little human being inside of you; you are already a hero! 3. If you are being induced, there is a higher chance of a cesarean section, but stay calm and try and rest when you can, as your stress hormones will inhibit the labor process. 4. Your baby is adorable (at least to you) no matter what it is covered in. 5. Trust the nurses, they are your greatest resource. 6. Place your husband next to a couch, just incase he wants to collapse (or, in my case, lie down to catch his own breath in between your pushes). Nursing: 7. The first few days are the hardest, but if you’re planning to breastfeed, st