The birth of a baby challenges you in different ways—hormonally, physically, emotionally, psychologically, and chemically. Because of this, you may feel very tired, excited, frustrated, worried, and radiant all at once. This mix of feelings can cause you a lot of stress.
That is why it is so important to take care of yourself, especially during the first months. Here are some suggestions that may help you:
Rest: Sleep as much and as often as you can, because lack of sleep will make everything seem even harder. If your baby doesn’t let you sleep at night, sleep during the day when the little one naps. Even if you can’t fall asleep, just closing your eyes and breathing deeply will help you relax. This is not the time for visitors, writing thank-you cards, or cleaning the house. Sleep is essential and is the natural way your body recovers and stays functioning at its best.
Eat well: Avoid junk food, which can cause rapid changes in your blood sugar, increase anxiety, and cause a big crash after the initial feeling of satisfaction fades. Also avoid alcohol, a depressant linked to sleep disorders, and caffeine, a stimulant that can cause anxiety and interfere with sleep patterns.
Do moderate exercise: Walking 20 to 30 minutes, two or three days a week is ideal. If you can’t fit walks into your routine, try to walk or go up and down stairs whenever possible. When you go out running errands alone or with the baby, for example, park a little farther away and use the opportunity to stretch your legs.
Make time for yourself: This is not a luxury or selfishness but essential for your emotional well-being. A bath at the end of the day, an hour reading a good book, a movie at night, or a manicure once in a while are small “gifts” of great value you can give yourself. The important thing is to make your own well-being a priority. Make a list of things you enjoy doing and “gift” yourself one or more of them on days when you need a boost.
Reserve time for your partner: When the baby is born, our lives focus on the little one’s needs, and we often forget how much we miss those moments we used to share with our partners. It is essential to find time for the two of you. Go for a walk holding hands. Or call a babysitter and go out to dinner or a movie together. Laugh together at something funny. Those moments alone are essential for your relationship. Often the strongest couples are those who have survived the first months after a baby is born. Reward yourself and your partner by enjoying as much time together as possible.
Get help: You may be lucky to have family and friends nearby (or who have come from afar) to help with the baby. If so, take advantage of this and don’t hesitate to ask for help. But if you don’t have that option, you will need to find support elsewhere. You can hire someone to help a couple of days a week or occasionally call a trusted neighbor or coworker if you need to run errands or just rest for a while.
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