Is big brother or sister feeling a bit 'put out'?
Nobody said it was easy!
Just because you're a Mum doesn't mean you have all the answers....not yet anyway!
While you get to grips coping with a new baby, the household chores, entertaining siblings, the workings of your new blender and the thought of going back to work, life can get a bit stressful. It's good to speak to Professionals such as your GP or Health Visitor but then again, they're not always at hand!
If you need help or advice on ANYTHING from nappy rash to behavioural problems in the under 5's,
Christening Pieces' very own SUPERNANNY is here to help!!
Click SUPERNANNY to send her a quick e-mail and she'll be in touch, fast!!!
Nicola's words of wisdom have helped many new Mums organise the chaos that often ensues when a new baby joins the family. Routine is of the utmost importance when establishing behavioural patterns.
Nicola says..
"It may seem like just another chore but keeping a diary during baby's first 6 - 8 weeks can be a massive help! Log the time of every sleep, feed and nappy change. After just a couple of weeks, you'll be able to see a pattern develop from which you can organise your day".
Diary example
6.00am: baby wakes up for bottle, then sleeps for about half an hour
6.30am: takes a little more formula
7.30am: bath, dressed, nappy change
9.30am: nappy change
11.40am: another feed then sleeps for just over 2 hours
2.00pm: nappy change
5.00pm: another feed and nappy change followed by 2 hour sleep
6.00am: baby wakes up for bottle, then sleeps for about half an hour
6.30am: takes a little more formula
7.30am: bath, dressed, nappy change
9.30am: nappy change
11.40am: another feed then sleeps for just over 2 hours
2.00pm: nappy change
5.00pm: another feed and nappy change followed by 2 hour sleep
"Continuing with the diary, helps you to follow a specific routine. It's important to stick to the routine since this vital to baby's early development."
Don't be too quiet!
"New mums often make the mistake of keeping the house quiet. It's important for baby to get used to household sounds such as the vacum cleaner, washing machine, television and more importantly, the voices of family members. Baby needs to learn to be able to sleep through household sounds. It also helps them feel safe and secure. Do this, and you'll have a contented baby."
Nicola is available between the hours of 8am and midnight 365 days a year!
If you would prefer to speak to her direct, use the click through to send her an e-mail, including your telephone number, and she'll call you straight back. Any contact with Nicola is completely confidential.