Tips for first time mums with baby boys on the way

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So literally anything you can think of.. im getting a bit anxious with 7 weeks to go.
I've never even held a baby before let alone cared for one 24/7!
 
I had a girl but, like you, had never even held a baby! What everyone says is true, you just know what to do. I don't know how but it all just comes to you. I overheard my mum telling her cousin yesterday that she couldn't believe how good I was with LO. I cried!
You'll be fine, good luck x
 
I have found that diapering a baby boy is easier than a girl, they don't have as many creases...one piece of advice that I remember being doled out when my brother was a baby...if his penis is sticking up when you pull the diaper/nappy away...cover it back up quickly unless you want to be showered with pee...lol also don't be afraid to wipe his diaper area...its not as delicate as you may think...I was always afraid I would hurt him but after seeing his pediatrician check him I realized I was being way too gentle...lol
 
I have a girl but my advice is to get someone to bring you tons of food for the first little bit!! And to try not to stress about it - I stress about every little decision and I need to just lighten up!
 
Another nappy tip is make sure his bits are pointing down and in the middle when you put the nappy on or he will end up peeing stright down a leg rather than into the nappy. Dont know how many times ive told my hubby this and yet we still have 'incidents' after daddy does a nappy.

oh and always check the leg elastic. Another daddy classic is to not check and the internal elastic is caught between his butt cheeks which is fine till he has a poosplosion and then needs a whole new outfit.
 
Peepee teepees don't work but what the pp said about the penis sticking up directly preceeding a shower is spot on...just always have the next diaper unfolded and ready. Little boys are so much fun. Congrats
 
Tip for diaper changes, put a wipe on his willy while wiping his poo off.
 
We've just been putting a paper towel over LO's penis when we open his nappy. Our LO doesn't pee every time we change him but sometimes if the cool air gets to him it's just his reaction.
I am totally in love with my boy, in a way I never thought possible. I grew up with sisters & have never even looked after boys so I was nervous but he's so amazing it really doesn't even matter.
Oh and make sure you clean under his balls, but yeah, changes are slightly easier with a boy.
 
As a mom to a baby the NICU nurses dubbed "houdini weenie" (LO somehow managed to pee into the glove of a nurse who changed his diaper and used to pee all over his isolette as he was so sneaky) wet wipes are your friend. Just have the new diaper ready and a wet wipe over the willy. Use diaper rash cream at the first hint of red. LO has never had a big rash thanks to this.

Don't buy a lot of outfits until they're about 6 months... LO lived in sleepers and onesies as they're so much easier to change him in and for him to sleep in. Now it's a lot of fun to dress him up as he's more active.

don't feel guilty if you decide to formula feed or breastfeed. Just research your best options for your situation and find someone who can offer you support. There's too much pressure on this subject and you'll be judged no matter what (at least on forums anyway)

Take LOTS of photos and baby memory book.

If you have an OH/DH, make sure you let him know that he needs to help out and don't let him slack off. Guys get used to being lazy if we let them.

If baby is crying nonstop, it's ok to put him down in a safe place, close the door and walk away to collect your thoughts for a few minutes. Really. take a few deep breaths and repeat "this too shall pass"

Chocolate is your friend.

Weight loss isn't always as easy as some would make you think. Drink lots of water and don't munch on everything in sight (like me). Walk if you can, it really helps energize me and calm LO. I think the fresh air makes babies sleepy!

Don't let anyone push you around! You're the mom- not them. This also includes online too lol.

Make mental memories.. Sometimes I try to make it a point to take a mental memory of LO sleeping or doing a milestone. I don't want to miss out on anything!

That's all for now...
 
i agree with ALL the diaper changing advice!!!

my advice for any first time mom would be to expect the beginning to be AWFUL. i didn't realize how hard it was going to be not getting sleep, adjusting to this new life and trying to figure out what he needed. i did not cope well :(
 
Oh, and if baby is crying it's usually either hunger, diaper change, sleepy, hot/cold or needs to be burped.
 
Oh, and if you're breastfeeding, google cluster feeding. I had no idea this would happen & it really made me worry. Not all babies do it but some do & its worth being aware of. It's very physically draining but it passes.
 

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