Guest post by: Dema Sawaqed

You have just given birth and are experiencing a mixture of excitement, pride, immense joy, and fatigue.

 In short, nothing more normal. 

 And while you think you are, well, quiet at least for a few weeks, reality forces itself on you, sometimes a little abruptly. 

 To prepare yourself as much as possible and be calm, here are the 10 things to do after your pregnancy:

 Let’s get started,

 1. Express your feelings

As 50 to 80% of young mothers, pregnancy and childbirth may give way, for a few days (or just a few hours) to a baby blues. 

 Do not panic!

 This is perfectly normal and should dissipate quickly. 

 But to deal with you as easily as possible, it is highly recommended to talk about it and especially not to keep it to yourself.

 Share your thoughts with anyone you think can understand and help you deal with it. Like your health staff, partner, family member, or friend.

 2. Postpartum consultation

 We may think (and wish) that childbirth is the end of medical visits of all kinds, Nay! 

 Mothers should quickly think about the post-natal consultation (within six to eight weeks after birth).

3. Resumption of contraception

Even if this is not really our main concern during a stay in the maternity hospital, it should be considered if you do not want to immediately follow a second pregnancy. 

You might as well take advantage of the presence of professionals to ask questions and choose your contraceptive method.

4. Learn to let go

This is one of the main keys to remaining calm and taking on your new role as a mom while ensuring the daily tasks. 

The trick? 

Do not hesitate to ask those around you!

5. Take care of your marital life to avoid the baby clash

 Needless to say…

 The arrival of a child within a couple changes things considerably!

 The spouse suddenly becomes a parent, and the couple becomes a family, with the key to new situations to manage and new roles to assume. 

 It is thus common that the first months following a birth generate difficulties, even a real upheaval, which can go as far as separation. 

 To avoid this, 

 ..take care of your marital life as soon as possible and as much as you can!

 6. Think about yourself and have fun

 … But we also think of ourselves! 

 Forgetting yourself by living only for your little one is not the best solution. 

 Allow yourself moments of pleasure just for yourself that you can be completely fulfilled. 

 And as known: Happy mom.. Happy baby!

 7. Do some sports

Of course, we all want to find the line quickly after pregnancy. 

 Only here, things are not so simple, and each woman is different on this point. 

 Rule? 

 Wait for the post-natal consultation and the doctor's opinion, then take it easy if there are no contraindications. 

 Walking, swimming, cycling or yoga are recommended to start. 

 Jogging or tennis are to be avoided.

 8. Anticipate returning to work

It is the best way of returning to an active life without too much stress.

 Anticipating means finding a childcare arrangement and organizing future days according to work and transport schedules

 ...but also discussing with your employer to possibly adjust their schedules to help you take care of your little one.

 9. Find childcare for your baby 

 Babysitter or childcare center?  

In all cases, the choice of childcare must be anticipated from the time of pregnancy, to allow the baby and the mother to be confident and perfectly reassured.

10. Enjoy!

 With all these things to do, we would almost forget the essential: enjoying your baby and every moment spent together!

 Time flies by so fast.. 

 Remember to enjoy your little one being so little as much as you can!

 About 

Dema JS is the founder of newbabysmell.com and a mother of two little kids. 

Dema had her MBA from St. John’s University- NYC in dual concentrations: Executive Management and Marketing Management. 

Contact: Please email dema@newbabysmell.com or go to newbabysmell.com