When you’re pregnant, you’re full of anticipation about what the future has in store. You can’t wait to meet the newest member of the family, you’re looking forward to all the newborn cuddles, and you’re ready to embrace parenthood. The first few months after welcoming a new baby, known as the fourth trimester, can be joyful, overwhelming, exciting, exhausting, and so much more. Bringing a newborn home is an experience unlike any other, so it’s important to be prepared for surprises. When it comes to parenting, expecting the unexpected is a must, but you can still get ready with some must-haves.
Newborn Products
First things first, make sure you have everything you need for your new baby. In addition to the basics (bassinet/crib, diapers & wipes, bottles, clothes, pacifiers, swaddles, etc.), make sure to buy health care products. Since babies can’t blow their own noses, Braun’s Nasal Aspirator is a necessity — it provides gentle and fast congestion relief with a comfortable, ergonomic design. Eliminate guesswork when it comes to fevers with the Braun ThermoScan 7+ connect, which is clinically proven to be as accurate as a rectal thermometer in newborns. The thermometer provides temperature tracking and fever guidance, along with homecare through the connected app.
Postpartum Products
When you have a baby, your body goes through a lot of changes. Prepare for the postpartum period with everything you’ll need when baby arrives, like soothing products for your vagina or c-section scar, breastfeeding products (if you’re planning to breastfeed), a water bottle to stay hydrated and snacks to stave off hunger, and a diaper changing caddy.
Support
One of the most important things every mom and baby needs for the fourth trimester is support. Whether that’s your partner, your parents, your friends, or your extended family, make sure you have a village in place. It’s also a great idea to find a local new moms group, doctors you trust, and a postpartum doula.
Listen to this MomTips episode to learn more about what you might need for the fourth trimester.
