Planning for a Baby’s Arrival

During the first trimester, most pregnant women aren’t in a position to do much more than rest and cope with the change their body’s going through. By the end of the third month, the energy is back and you’re able to go about routine house chores. This is when you need to start planning for the new arrival. When a baby comes into the family equation, everything could go topsy-turvy unless you organize your life.

Make a list of the things you and your baby will need. You could also use an organization tool available online. With many of these organization tools, you can start or join an existing group. The group can consist of your husband, mom or dad and they can help you organize, offer their support or assistance in some of the many tasks you have to tackle and view new pictures of your baby. You’ve got to be prepared with some essentials like a diaper bag, diapers, feeding bottles, baby creams, baby clothes, maternity clothes, etc. Make a list of what you need to take to the hospital when you’re in labor. It’s always better to keep things ready to avoid the last minute rush. By the final trimester, you will have to start working on the nursery. First, plan for a need-based nursery and move on to the design later.

Arranging for every necessity before the baby arrives will save you from some avoidable chaos post-delivery.