Most would agree that becoming a parent for the first time is one of the most wonderful experiences. The first year of a child's life is undoubtedly filled with many challenges, surprises and newly learned lessons. We've put together a list of 5 things you'll learn in the first 12 months you spend with your new family member.
1. Don't believe everything you read on the Internet
Professional literature and articles they are from the field of parenting excellent foundation to prepare for becoming a parent. It is also useful, yes advice gain from your own parents, relatives and friends who became parents before you. However, you must realize that every child is something special, and each parent also has their own way of education. So don't worry if you are doing something otherwise, as advised by the internet or your best friend.
You also don't have to worry if your child hasn't reached a certain milestone yet milestone, which the internet says he should at this age. As long as it's yours pediatrician satisfied with his development, there is no reason to feel that something is wrong. Every parent has their own maternal respectively paternal instinct – trust him.
2. Breastfeeding is different for every mother
Some women are lucky enough that their babies start without any problems to breastfeed and to breastfeed for a long time. But many mothers need it professional help, support more experienced women or additional information about the whole process. Don't be ashamed to ask for it help, if you need it.
Also, don't be ashamed if you have to breastfeed because of a lack of milk or any other problem to stop sooner than you wanted and imagined. No way does not mean, that you are a worse mother or that you cannot take care of your child.
3. Dreaming about the past doesn't mean you're a bad parent
Most won't admit it, but every parent finds themselves at least once thinking about the "good old days" and unlimited freedom, which they once had. It is completely normal and it does not mean that you love your child any less.
You have to react to every change get used to and many agree that the arrival of a child is one of the biggest life changes. If possible, take the time you will spend relaxed and in own company. Don't worry, the child won't miss anything, but you will keep calm and satisfied a lot easier to take care of for him, as if you were constantly under stress.
4. Becoming a parent means getting on the merry-go-round of all possible emotions
Parenthood is an exciting adventure where the only thing guaranteed is that you will never be bored. Especially in the beginning, when your body will recovered after pregnancy and they will be yours hormones on the hill, you will meet with a multitude of emotions - from immense happiness and fulfillment to sadness, fatigue and emptiness. Remember that every mother is at the beginning difficult, but you will be on emotions used to.
If you feel that the negative emotions are too strong and you suspect postpartum depression, don't be afraid to find you professional assistance. That doesn't mean you are gave up, but that you are enough brave, that you are admitted the problem you are ready to solve for yourself and your child.
5. Enjoy every moment
Children especially in their first years of life are growing extremely fast and soon you will be with a smile on your face reminded a time when your prankster was still a very small baby. So try to enjoy each one as much as possible moment, to everyone challenge, to each the game and to everyone milestone, which your child achieves.
