17 Tips - #4 Educate Yourself

17 Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy - #4 Educate Yourself

Even if this isn't your first baby, attending a childbirth class will help you feel more prepared for delivery. Not only will you have the chance to learn more about childbirth and infant care, but you can ask specific questions and voice any concerns. You'll also become more acquainted with the facility and its staff.

Now is also a good time to brush up on your family's medical history. Talk to your doctor about problems with past pregnancies, and report any family incidences of birth defects.

I have not done this one and, I will admit, I'm not planning to. I really have no interest in adding to my already busy schedule to sit and listen to someone tell me how to take care of my child. I know these classes are supposed to help you but I'm just not interested.

I know that taking care of a baby is difficult but I have a lot of friends and family who have done all of this before! I'd rather rely on those people to help me out. My Mom didn't take any parenting classes and I think I turned out just fine!

I did go out and buy the book "What to Expect When You're Expecting", which you can get at Amazon.com for a pretty reasonable price. I've been reading all of the weekly details as I go and they are very accurate. The book has a ton of information and I highly suggest that every new mom buy this!

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