There are a lot of steps to consider when bringing home a new baby! Read our tips on how to get your house ready for a newborn!
Having a baby on the way can be a fun and exciting time for the to-be mom. You’ve probably got the new cot ready and your hospital bag packed, but there’s so much more to getting yourself ready than just that. Your home should also be prepared for the arrival of your little one, and that’s exactly what we’re here to help with.
Read on to discover 6 super effective ways to get your home ready for your newborn.
How to Get Your House Ready for a Newborn
Do a Deep Clean
One of the first things to do before you get ready to get your baby home is give it a deep clean, if you haven’t already. From the sheets and pillow covers to the curtains and every other nook and cranny of your room – dust, wipe and get it ready!
Make Room in the Fridge
You might have planned to breastfeed your baby for as long as you can, but it is a wise idea to allocate a little fridge real estate for any leftover formula milk or pumped breast milk. Give your refrigerator a quick look, toss anything that’s gone bad, and reserve some shelf space for your baby’s essentials.
Do a Safety Exam
Before your baby is here, do a quick safety check of your home. Are there any possibly risky areas or objects that could harm your baby or you? Of course, you’ll want to put in locks on lower level doors after a few months, but even before that, keep your eyes peeled for anything that could pose a potential risk.
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Be Clutter Wise
From soiled diapers to dirty bibs, there’s going to be a lot of waste once you bring your baby home. Get your hands on a couple of hampers and dustbins specifically for those, so that your home doesn’t look like one big pile of mess afterwards!
Pre-Cook and Store
This is again, a super important task it is better to sort out before you head to the hospital to deliver your baby. In the initial few weeks that you’ll be nursing and recovering, getting day to day tasks done is next to impossible. And you already know how eating healthy home cooked meals during that time is a must.
Spend a few days prepping food and cooking stuff in batches and freezing or storing them for later. This way you can minimize the effort and time you need to put in after the baby’s birth.
Get the Unbreakables
Having a baby at home means there’ll be a lot of rushing around and quick moves, and in the later stages, a lot of throwing things around too. It is now time to put that expensive cutlery back in the storage and get your hands on some unbreakable plates and bowls for everyday use.
Complete these steps above to be ready when your newborn baby comes home for their first homecoming!
More Resources for Mom-to-Be:
Diaper Bag Checklist: What to Pack in a Diaper Bag
Advantages and Disadvantages of Cloth Diapers
Introducing Your Pet and New Baby
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