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A new born baby is always a delight to the family and relatives. It is a time for joy and celebration for all the families concerned. Many visitors and relatives prefer to visit the baby while you are in the hospital, and some will pay you a visit once you are home. The flock of visitors can be over whelming at times, as they both mother and baby are trying to cope with one another.
Some relatives and friends come at home at odd times. Though everybody has good intentions and mean well, things can get chaotic, when you are dealing with pain, baby blues, lack of sleep, change in routine and over all discomfort. Although you cannot shun out the visitors and friends, who are there to see the new born baby, you can always make sure that your and baby’s convenience comes first.
Here, in India, we have our parents or in laws to help the new mother take care of the baby and manage the visitors. Plus the mother has to follow the 40 day confinement period in some cultures, so visitors often become the responsibility of other family members. But there are instances, where new mom and dad are away from the family and sometimes they have to manage the baby on their own. Whether you are on your own or with your family, certain rules do apply to the visitors. Let’s take a glance at some points that will help you manage your baby’s visitors conveniently:
The first week with the baby is very hectic and tiring. The visitors have to understand that a new parent and a new born baby need lots of rest.
You will also get lots of unsolicited advice regarding what you should eat or how you should take care of the baby from all quarters. Without getting irritated or stressed, take it in your stride. Things will look difficult in the beginning, as you are experiencing everything for the first time. You and baby are getting to know each other. You are getting adjusted with baby’s routine, your sleepless nights and changes in your body. Do not take advises too seriously. Do what makes you and baby comfortable. Eat proper food and rest as much as possible. Bond with baby as it is essential for your milk supply. If you are staying with elders in the house, then use 40 days resting period to your advantage and enjoy the moments.
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