Advice for parents: bringing your new-born home
Before settling back into the nest with your Earlybird, there are many things we all must consider. The right preparation will allow for a comfortable environment to take shape for you and your baby to build that special bond.
When it comes to being parents and caregivers, one thing we all can agree on is their safety. Performing a safety check around the whole home is crucial. Although it seems like this is a far reach from their early ages now, many of us know how fast they grow and it won’t be long before they are taking their first steps. Therefore, ensuring this is done now will be of benefit to you and the safety of your baby.
Some suggestions include, installing a smoke alarm as well as, placing cleaning products and any medication in out of reach cabinets that are locked. Over the years, many of us have accumulated a lot of different appliances that we may not always use. It’s time to make these decisions and decide what we can take off the kitchen bench to make room for more essential items, such as our bottle steriliser. Moreover, having less mess on the counter can prevent items from being dropped, posing itself as a hazard.
Something else to consider cleaning and preparing, is your room. During the first 12 months, Red Nose recommends that the baby sleeps in the same room as their parents. During this time, you should ensure that the baby’s cot is kept clear of electrical chords, appliances, shelving, as well as any hanging chords.
Earlybirds proudly support the initiatives of Red Nose. For more information about creating a safe sleeping environment for your baby visit Red Nose Safe Sleep Hub.
Preparing the Nursery
Now, for the part we all love most… the nursery. There are so many things to think about when it comes to creating this special space for your newborn. The most important step involves giving the room a thorough clean. Ensure that you clear out the whole space before adding your decor. However, some advice would be to ensure you are not comprising the room of essential items for gadgets that are not as important. Reasonable amounts of space should be left for the cot, dresser and changing table. However, don’t forget to have fun with it! Giving the room some personality with a colour theme is always a nice touch with plenty of sweet toys and some nifty home decor. The Project Nursery has written a wonderful article about the latest nursery trends this 2022! There are plenty of pictures we can all use as inspo!
Leaving the hospital to go home with your newborn is a very memorable and exciting time. To ensure this transition is made in the most seamless way possible, there are some things we can do to prepare. Firstly, before beginning your commute home, being comfortable with various procedures are important. Some of these include, positioning for breastfeeding, sterilisation methods for bottles and who to call with concerns once you are home. Being fully informed before leaving is important for the reassurance of you and your baby as you embark on this journey. Moreover, it's also important to bring home your keep-sakes, such as your baby’s name tag and cot decorations. These are all thoughtful sentiments that you can look back on as your baby grows older.
Travelling Home
Another important factor to consider when coming from the hospital, is organising a baby seat. Ensuring that this is correctly fitted to your vehicle is vital for the safety and comfort of your baby. It also gives you the confidence that your child is safe and secure as you progress through your day-to-day travels.
Specialty Nursery Retailer, Baby Bunting, has a wide range of child car restraints that suit all newborns, both big and small. Their services help ease the pressure off parents during such an eventful time.
Based on advice and research by Baby Bunting, it is important that all babies less than 6 months old should be in a rear-facing car seat or capsule. Although, they recommend that parents should keep their babies in a rearward position for as long as possible to prevent critical injuries in the chance of a car accident. For cars with less space, you should consider purchasing a seat brand that has compact shells, ensuring protection from impact. If you are planning on growing your family, it may also be beneficial to purchase a car seat that connects with another, so multiple seats fit across your car.
Additionally, Baby Bunting provides a service that ensures the car safety restraint is fitted correctly, which is known as the accredited car seat fitting service. This service is available at each of their stores with an installing expert who is a member of the Australian Child Restraint Resource Initiative (ACRI), known as Baby On Board. This service requires a booking and has prices that range from $45-$119. However, their helpful team members are able to provide general information and advice!
There’s no guide to raising a child. However, simple advice can really help during this significant time. Ensuring the safety of our babies remains paramount and some of these tips can help you and your Early Bird grow together in your home.
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