Are you expecting a little one but not sure what arrangements you should make around yourself to welcome the baby? Don’t worry, we have listed down all the essential things you must do before the baby comes!

First of all, congratulations on having a baby! Parenthood is the most wonderful thing and people are usually over the moon with this news. They want to do everything right to make their little one as comfortable as possible when they arrive. But with all that excitement, things can get a little confusing and overwhelming for the parents. You can lose track of the tasks you want to get done before your baby comes, due to all that excitement and the pregnancy hormones. But don’t worry, we have got you covered!

We understand how special the birth of your child is and the desire to do everything right can drive you crazy. To alleviate your concerns and confusion, we have listed down eight things you must do before you welcome your baby. Consider this article a complete pre-natal guide!

1. Baby Proofing

Baby proofing may seem unnecessary at first since your child won't be moving by herself for a long time. But many parents recommend baby-proofing the house beforehand because your baby will eat up all your free time once he or she enters the world. So, make the most of this free time and at least try to do some research on baby proofing, like what essentials you will need, read national guidelines, tips, etc. You can also make a list of changes you want to make to your living space before the baby comes.

2. Install a Car Seat

A car seat is a safety essential that you must have before your baby comes. As soon as you get out of the hospital, you will need to drive your baby to your home, and for that, you need to have an infant car seat in your vehicle. It's not safe to travel with your newborn without an age-appropriate rear-facing car seat. In fact, some countries have laws against it.

Therefore, you must install an infant seat in your car. Tick this task off your list as soon as your doctor gives you a due date.

Additionally, get your baby’s car seat checked by a professional technician to make sure it’s safe to use.

3. Set up a Crib or Bassinet

Before your baby arrives, you need to set up a perfect sleeping place for her. While babies are prone to snoozing off anywhere like your arms, your chest, and car seats, doctors recommend that babies should sleep on a flat surface.

Cribs and Bassinets are perfect resting surfaces for babies. You don’t need to set up a full-blown nursery, just a small crib in a quiet corner of your room will do.

You can also purchase high-quality crib sheets and bassinet sheets.

 4. Choose a Pediatrician

Keep looking for a good pediatrician around you before your baby arrives. After your discharge from the hospital with your baby, you will need to take your newborn for a pediatrician visit the next day. It is necessary to track your baby’s growth and aid her development.

Ask for recommendations from friends and family, or look for a good pediatrician online. Once you find a pediatrician for your baby, make sure to tell them your due date, so they can expect your call.

 5. Make a feeding plan

Your decision regarding whether to breastfeed or bottle-feed can depend on many factors. It's best to keep an open mind about the feeding plan, in case you're original decision changes for some reason after the birth of your baby.

It’s recommended that you take a breastfeeding class to better prepare yourself. Most hospitals and local communities arrange these classes for expectant moms. You can look online to find out whether such classes are happening around you. Your doctor or midwife can also give you some recommendations, so make sure to bring this topic up with them as well.

6. Stock Up the Supplies

Purchase or borrow some basic supplies that you will need once the baby arrives. You don’t need to go overboard with this task and stock up everything you see on the newborn essentials checklist. Keep things minimalist and buy only the basic supplies.

Here are some recommendations:

Baby carrier

Formula can and two feeding bottles (just in case)

Baby health supplies like bulb syringe, thermometer, burp medicine

Baby wipes and newborn diapers

Breastfeeding supplies if you are breastfeeding

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7. Think for your Home

Once the baby comes home, you will hardly have any time to cook, clean, do laundry, or take care of your house. So, make sure to spend the last few months of your pregnancy making future arrangements that will save you once your little one arrives.

Clean the house, cook and freeze meals in advance, wash all your clothes and baby’s clothes, set automatic bill payments, and talk to your friends and family if you need their help in the future.

If you have a pet, you will need to make arrangements for it as well. Stock up their food, get them vaccinated and arrange for other services (like request your friends or family in advance to walk your dog).

8. Save Some Time for Yourself

It's hard to take care of yourself once the baby comes into your life. Newborns need round-the-clock care and you won't have much headspace postpartum to even think about your dental appointment, dermatology checkup, or spa booking.

So, it’s best that you tackle all your personal errands like dental care, dermatologist visit, manicure, and pedicure before your baby comes.

A Word from ACRABROS

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