Finally - SOMEONE spills the dark and dirty beans about what it is really like to survive that first incredible year of motherhood.
With each chapter dedicated to a specific part of the body, this distinct guide is practical and effortless to use. Just flip to one of the baby zone or mommy zone chapters (yes, half of this book is devoted to you, your body, and your mommy issues!) and you'll zoom in on practical tips, expert advice, and the insight and experiences of hundreds of other real moms.
By helping you quickly focus in on the possible trouble zones, The Survival Guide for Rookie Moms
Here are just five nuggets of wisdom from the tip of the parenting advice iceberg we’d like to share with our comrades:
Sleep is not for the weak
Sleep when your baby sleeps. OK, there’s nothing groundbreaking in that advice; you must have heard it a million times before, but it’s well worth stressing again. Lack of sleep can wreak havoc with your physical and mental state. So if you’re tired forget the chores, resist the temptation to log on to Twitter or browse the mommy blogs and nap with Baby instead.
Breastfeeding doesn’t always come naturally
It’s surprisingly common to encounter difficulties with breastfeeding; only one in ten women get off to a flying start. With the onus on you to make it work you may find it stressful and overwhelming if things don’t go according to plan. But it’s worthwhile persevering because with the right support most breastfeeding challenges can be overcome. Usually getting the correct latch is the key to comfortable, effective breastfeeding so ask your community health nurse or doctor for help.
Baby knows best
Whether it’s breastfeeding, formula feeding or feeding Baby ‘real’ food, many new moms will be insecure about whether they are going about it in the right way. The best advice is to let your baby self-regulate his intake. Nearly all babies take exactly what they need if parents trust them and watch their signals. As long as he is gaining weight as expected and seems alert and healthy he is probably getting enough nourishment even if in your eyes it seems he’s not eating enough.
Take time off
A change is as good as a rest and no one is more deserving of a rest than a hardworking mom battling her new baby’s limitless demands plus the tedium of never-ending baby-related chores. Moms need to take at least a couple of hours a week to put themselves first. Whether it’s exercise, socializing, pampering or retail therapy it’s important to relax and rediscover yourself as a woman rather than a mother.
Yes, you’re a normal mom
The first year of motherhood is an emotional roller-coaster. You might be tired, emotional, anxious and suffering from mommy brain. Life as you knew it has been turned upside down. Your best bet is to get out to some local mother and baby activities and meet some fellow rookie moms. As soon as you start to chat to some comrades you’ll be reassured that what you are feeling is perfectly normal and you are not alone!
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