Becoming a new mom can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. You are now responsible for a precious baby – and this journey can fill your days with joy, laughter and love.
There is no denying, however, that there are some challenges of becoming a new mom which can be difficult to navigate. Maintaining your social life is one of the biggest hurdles – as you may want (or need) to keep your baby with you at all times.
You may find yourself wanting to make new friends with people in the same phase of life as you – as you are all in the ‘same boat’ and can chat about your shared experiences. This will also enable you to bring your newborn to hangouts without being the ‘odd one out’.
After you’ve given birth, it is only natural that your new priority is your baby. You want to make sure that they are happy and healthy – while using any spare moments to catch up on your sleep and adjust to your new lifestyle.
While it may feel like you no longer have time to keep in touch with your friends, it doesn’t necessarily mean that your friendships with the important people in your life will fall apart. Sure, you may have to start seeing them less often – but there are still things you can do to keep touch with the ones that matter.
For those who are missing close contact with their friends, here are five helpful suggestions for how you can water the friendship tree even in your busy role as a new mom.
The first few months with your baby bring some of the most precious experiences of your life. Your newborn is experiencing things for the very first time – and the look of wonder on their face, and the enjoyment they get from new activities, can be truly magical.
After the stressful first few months have passed, it can be fun to try some new activities together. Whether your little one is in the carrier, lounger or doing tummy time - there are lots of fun (and safe!) things you can do together.
February has arrived… meaning that Spring is just around the corner. But there’s still a few more chilly weeks ahead before we can enjoy the warmer temperatures and longer days.
In the 6-8 weeks that follow after giving birth, it’s completely normal for new mamas to feel exhausted and weaker than usual. That’s why it is so important that you wrap up warm during the cold season and give your body everything it needs to recover.
When one of your closest friends, family members or co-workers is pregnant, you want to be as supportive as possible. We all know that any expecting mama is going through a lot of changes – and that’s why buying them a gift that helps her through this new time can be an amazing way to show your support.
Being a mama isn’t easy – and when your newborn is still very young, the idea of traveling to other countries can be pretty overwhelming. Don’t worry. You’re not alone. Traveling overseas with a newborn can be a challenge, but with a few top tips, you won’t regret taking that summer vacation or visiting your family overseas.
