What do I need to prepare for a baby checklist?
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What do I need to prepare for a baby checklist?
A baby preparation timeline
- Call the OB and set up your first appointment.
- Follow pregnancy health guidelines.
- Read up on pregnancy.
- Start telling people you’re having a baby.
- Start to research daycare.
- Start to research what to buy.
- Find a pediatrician.
- Decide on your birth plan and hospital for delivery.
When should you start preparing for baby?
The 2nd trimester is where most women will start prepping for the new arrival. Think of it as a “preparing for baby timeline.” You will likely start to feel significantly better during this trimester as pregnancy symptoms ease off or vanish completely.
What should I do to prepare for 6 months pregnant?
Month 6
- Start planning your baby shower! This is an exciting part of any pregnancy.
- Research childcare options.
- Begin thinking about your baby’s name!
- Plan maternity leave with your employer.
- Write a birth plan.
What should I do the week before my baby comes?
What To Do the Week Before Baby Arrives
- SLEEP.
- SPEND QUALITY TIME WITH LOVED ONES.
- GET YOUR HAIR AND NAILS DONE.
- FINALIZE YOUR BIRTH PLAN.
- GET ANY LAST-MINUTE BABY ITEMS.
- SUBSTANTIATE YOUR WORK LEAVE.
- INSTALL YOUR BABY’S CAR SEAT.
- READ OR WATCH ALL THE THINGS.
When should you first wash baby clothes?
Many parents wonder: When is the right time to start washing baby clothes? As long as you have your pre-wash duties off your hands before your baby’s arrival, you’re good.
When should I wash my baby clothes before birth?
Do this around 4-6 weeks before the baby is due. This is close enough to the date so that the clothes aren’t sitting for months on end collecting dust. But it isn’t too close to your due date when you should be focusing on rest and preparing for birth.
Should I wash baby blankets before use?
You should definitely wash baby’s clothes, blankets and other washable items that will come in contact with their skin. It’s not necessary to do it before they’re born, but it’s a good idea to do it before they wear them.
Should you wash muslins before use?
Regular cotton muslins will have come into contact with pesticides and chemicals during their production. Whilst still not a requirement, it is probably best to pre-wash these to ensure no irritants are present.
