Before Your Baby Arrives

You are about to become a parent—what a special time in your life! It’s normal to be nervous, but preparing as much as you can ahead of time can help calm your nerves. Here are some easy steps you can take to help get you ready to welcome home your little one.

Engage Your Baby’s Senses

Your baby’s first sensory stimulation comes from your touch through the stomach while she’s in your womb. Next, around the 28th week of pregnancy, she begins to smell what you smell ! Hence it's absolutely critical that you build a gentle world around you before she arrives.

A human being’s olfactory sense is the #1 sense linked to memory, thus triggering more emotionally vibrant recollections than other senses. For starters, you may want to use some of the NEW JOHNSON’S® Baby Lotions and Baby Oils to moisturize your own skin, so that your baby is familiar with these gentle scents when she is born.

Preparation before delivery need not always be stressful. We at JOHNSON’S^® aim to make this as soothing and enriching for mothers as we can with our range of 100% gentle care baby products!

Take Parenting Classes

Parenting classes can be very helpful for first-time parents. Ask around about these classes in your area before your baby arrives ! Consult your OB/GYN (Obstetrician/ Gynecologist), friends and family or even enquire at the hospital where you plan to have your baby.

Find a Pediatrician

A trustworthy pediatrician is the first thing you need to put on your baby preparation checklist ! Prepare for the birthing process well before your due date- Start looking for a pediatrician about 3 months before you’re due. Compile a list of candidates — ask for recommendations from friends, relatives, neighbors, coworkers with kids or your obstetrician. If possible, schedule a prenatal consultation about 2 months before your due date.

Create a Contact List

Create a contact group (via text, e-mail, or phone) to keep family and friends informed about your current state.

Pack for the Hospital

Start packing about 2-3 weeks before your due date to make sure you're ready for baby's big arrival. The final weeks of pregnancy can feel like an eternity, but your baby will soon be on the way, so it is important to be prepared and have your hospital bag ready and handy.

Don’t forget to include the following things in your baby preparation checklist:

1. Nightgown and slippers

2. Toiletries, including toothbrush and hairbrush. Don’t forget supplies for dad (perhaps even a change of clothes)

3. Clothes for your return back home: choose comfortable clothes you wore mid-pregnancy or later

4. Clothes for your baby to wear when coming home: Pack an undershirt or one-piece suit/romper, and an outfit with snap closures
   Receiving blanket (your local weather will determine if additional blankets are needed)

5. Mild Baby wipes like JOHNSON’S^® Baby Skincare Wipes which effectively clean up without irritating the newborn skin

6. Maternity pads

7. Camera/Video camera- you will definitely want to capture the first glimpse of your baby forever

8. The charger for your smart phone : Ensure the 1st selfie isn't missed !!

9. Nursing bra and nursing pads for breastfeeding moms

10. The No.1 choice of Hospitals for baby's 1st bath- the NEW JOHNSON’S® Baby top-to-toe® bath.

What’s the best way to take your baby home safely?

Your “pregnancy to-do list” MUST include a concrete plan to take your delicate young baby back home in a comfortable and safe way! Choosing the right travel gear will certainly help ease the journey.

If you are flying, a front carrier or baby sling is an ideal way to carry your baby when she is tiny. Being carried close to you or your partner will make her feel safe.

If your baby is very young, a travel system with a car seat that fits on to the push-chair chassis may be the best option. It takes some of the hassle and worry out of changing your baby’s location every now and then, this can keep her sleep cycles intact. With a detachable car seat, you can carry your baby around with ease, and make sure she is super-comfortable, no matter what the mode of transport.

Prepare the baby room

You and your baby will be spending a lot of time in the baby room. A great way to channel your pre-baby excitement is to create a personal space that is perfect for you and your new little one. Brighten the room with a wall colour that is soothing to your baby’s eyes, include beautiful wallpapers or posters, soft toys, and of course a warm and comfortable crib!

We, at JOHNSON’S^® ,understand how imperative it is for any parent to make sure their baby is pampered with the best care from Day 1 To this end, a baby preparation checklist ensures that you have everything you need before the wait is finally over and your beautiful baby is here to brighten up your life!

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