How can I support my loved one with a newborn?
How can I help?
New parents may have a hard time asking for help in the early days. Friends and family can be helpful and show their love and support by:
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Bringing a meal, prepared food, or groceries
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Cleaning the house, doing laundry, taking care of pets
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Helping out with other children
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Bringing the parents a treat or gift that is for them. The baby is usually the focus but the new parents are going through a massive transformation
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Listening, showing empathy and supporting their choices around feeding, newborn care and parenting
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Holding the baby while the parent sleeps or showers
Koble sessions:
Support your partner's physical recovery by Dr Yolanda Kirkham (MD)
Supporting your partner with your baby's sleep by Aidan Black-Allen
How to stay connected as a couple by Aliza Shupac