Having a baby is usually one of the most exciting times of a parent’s life. It is also one of the most terrifying. I remember when the doctor told me that I was about to have my son, I started crying and shaking. I was thrilled, excited, terrified, and knew that my life was about to change. I also remember thinking that I wanted my mommy. And I hadn’t called her “Mommy” since I was about four.
There’s so much we don’t know as knew parents. Will our child be healthy? Will I know if he’s sick? Will he get a rash if I don’t change him right away? Is he getting enough food?
A recent National Survey commissioned by Playtex asked parents what their biggest concerns were. Afterward, expert pediatrician Dr. Laura Jana, author of the newly released Heading Home with your Newborn: From Birth to Reality Second Edition shared some great tips for dealing with them.
57% of moms surveyed said that they worried about establishing a healthy sleep routine and 49% were concerned about establishing a healthy feeding routine. Dr. Jana’s tip in this area is to “Go with the Flow with the Feedings.”
“Not everyone eats the same thing, in the same amount, at the same time, day in and day out–and babies are no exception! Prepare for a reasonable amount of variation in the amount your baby eats as you establish a routine with your baby. Focus your attention on making sure that your newborn is waking up every few hours to feed and is getting enough to eat to gain weight and grow as expected.”
67% of new moms cite their own mom as their main source of information during the first two weeks at home with their newborn. 64% also turned to their pediatrician and 49% turned to other moms. I remember using every single one of these options and I’m not sure how well I would have done without any of them. Even the best and most hardworking new moms (and old moms!) need a shoulder to lean on. If only to be a reminder that there are people out there who care about your well-being while you’re caring for your little one’s well-being.
For more information about Playtex and Dr. Laura Jana, visit Playtex.com or visit Playtex Baby on Facebook.
To help one family get on the road to less concerns, Playtex and Dr. Laura Jana wanted to give one Couponing For 4 reader a bonus.
One Couponing For 4 reader will win a Playtex Drop-Ins Premium Nurser 2-Pack!
There are several ways to enter this giveaway:
Easy Entry: Leave a comment letting me know what your biggest parenting concern was or is
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**Please leave a comment for each individual entry. There are a total of 6 possible entries allowed per person.**
Giveaway is open to US Residents only. Please remember to leave a valid email address so that I have a way to contact you!
This giveaway will end on Thursday, 1/27 around 8PM CST. If you can still comment, you can still enter! The winner will be chosen by random.org and notified by email shorty after the end of the giveaway. The winner will have 48 hours to claim their prize before I will have to choose a new winner.
Good luck!
**Fine Print – I was not compensated for this post. Playtex and Dr Jana are giving a set of Playtex Drop-Ins Premium Nursers to a reader. All of the opinions and statements above are my own.
Alli is a Chicago based wife and mother of two children. She has turned money-saving into a game and enjoys searching out the best deals to help you save money! Alli shares her insight, tips and up-to-the-minute deals for local and national retailers and brands. Her hope is that you will play the game and learn to save money at the same time!