Prepare for Baby [Recommended Resources]

Preparing for the baby is one of the most challenging things. It can be overwhelming, especially when you are a first-time mom.

Think about everything you need to do before the birth of your child! I get it, and I promise that with this, you will be prepared for your baby in no time.

So, sit back and uncover less stressful ways to prepare for your baby through my helpful library of resources.

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First things first, let’s set up a baby registry for you! Amazon has thousands of brands to choose from. You can also check out reviews to ensure each baby product’s quality. They ship qualified orders for free, and they have 90-day returns!

You can also register your baby with Pottery Barn, Target, Babylist, Buy Buy Baby, and Walmart. Whatever you prefer, every one of them offers freebies and discounted prices.

Prepare for Baby with this helpful printable pack from my shop

Congratulations to you and your family. I am so happy for you! This is an exciting time in your life and worth celebrating!

I remember the feeling when I had both pregnancies, and there was nothing like it. It sure was a roller coaster of emotions. I was ecstatic but scared. Exhilarated yet so exhausted. I was happy one moment and frightened the next.

All those are normal, given the hormonal changes a mom encounters during pregnancy.

However, one thing is certain. Your baby is a blessing, and you want all the best for them.

On that note, this incredible library, which I call “The Ultimate Prepare-for-Baby Resources,” will help you prepare for your baby with ease. Consider this a guide on where to start as soon as you get that “big fat positive.”

Sneak Peak to the New-Mommy Printable Pack to Help Prepare for your Baby

What to expect from my Etsy shop’s printable bundle to Prepare for Baby

You will find the most practical baby registry checklist and hospital bag checklist in this pack.

I have also added a 20-week saving-for-baby challenge to help ease the financial stress along the way.

Freezer meal ideas are also included so you don’t have to worry about what to prepare for the rest of the family after the baby arrives.

Plus, a whole lot more.

As a bonus, I even created a meal train schedule too. You can ask your most trusted family and friends to help you with your daily food consumption for the first week with your newborn.

I take pride in what I do, and I truly believe this resource will significantly help you.

Go ahead and visit my Etsy shop! If you want more, holler or check out my freebie page.

I am optimistic that this will help you be more prepared for the coming of your new baby.

You will love it. Congratulations again, Mama!

Want to achieve your lactation goals even before your baby is born?

✔️Up your milk-making game with these ultimate breastfeeding and pumping classes by Stacey Stewart (certified lactation educator) at Milkology! She covers everything step by step, so there won’t be any overwhelm on your part.

Free Birth Prep Workshop!

Sign up for a free birth prep class with a trusted labor and delivery nurse! Enter to learn the three crucial things that can improve your delivery.

Online Birthing Classes

Mama, you deserve to feel ready and in control of your childbirth experience! Liesel Teen at Mommy Labor Nurse will show you just that! Sign up for any of her birthing classes and gain the knowledge you need to have a fantastic one—whatever is best for you.

✔️To start, this natural birth class is GOLD. It relieves your anxiety about labor and delivery and aids in pain management. Just don’t forget to use the code UPWARDBLIP at checkout to get 10% off the class!

Related article about preparing for childbirth: Hospital Bag Must-Haves for Mom, Dad, and Baby

Want all-out support from your partner?

✔️Consider enrolling your partner in this excellent childbirth class (awarded by the VeryWell family as the best online childbirth class for non-pregnant partners) specifically created for them. The creator of this online course, Alice Turner, teaches practical tips to your partner so that they can effectively assist you during your labor, delivery, and recovery. Let them sign up right away!

Baby Care

✔️ This 30-minute newborn care class will teach you diapering, temperature-taking, swaddling, sleep, and more! The best part? You learn baby care from a reputable professional! Hilary at Pulling Curls is the instructor behind this course. She is a labor-and-delivery nurse with 20 years under her belt working alongside a pediatrician!

Final Thoughts on How to Prepare for Baby

Lastly, I would lie if I said I never got scared about being a parent. Preparing for motherhood is no small feat.

It is a huge responsibility, and it can’t be taken lightly.

However, everything will be less stressful with the right tools and support.

Hang in there, Mama! You got this!

Talk to you soon,

P.S. If you saw this post first, you need to check out my in-depth post about what to expect as a first-time mom to survive the first weeks with a newborn. I promise you; it is so informative. You won’t be disappointed. Go ahead and click that link!

Related article: First Weeks with A Newborn Survival Guide

Do you have a resource to share with the group to prepare for the baby?

Please leave a comment down below to help a new mama out! Thank you for stopping by!