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  • Learning to Trust Your Instincts as a New Parent

    March 02, 2022 2 min read

    Learning to Trust Your Instincts as a New Parent - The Nappy Shop

    Becoming a parent for the first time can be a terrifying experience. Some people feel like there’s an expectation to know exactly how to manage your newfound situation, while others become overwhelmed by the sheer amount of advice they receive.

    Rather than letting yourself get swamped by the noise, learning how to trust your instincts is crucial. While this doesn’t mean you should disregard all the guidance you receive, forging your own path builds self-confidence and develops a parenting style that makes sense for you.

    Learn what’s normal

    New parents often find themselves stressed with their baby because they feel like they don’t fully understand both good and bad signs. However, a wealth of information provides everything you need to know to reduce your anxiety levels. Whether you’re worried about the amount your baby cries or how little sleep they’re getting, speaking to healthcare professionals can provide you with the knowledge you need.

    Use your support network

    Although every parent wants to trust their instincts, that doesn’t mean you should completely disregard all the advice you receive. As almost every new parent knows, anyone that has raised a child before is keen to have input about what you should do to ensure your baby grows up healthy. If you find this advice overwhelming, don’t be afraid to keep your support network limited to a few trusted voices that appreciate the importance of learning your own way.

    Accept mistakes will happen

    No parent wants to make mistakes when raising their baby, but you must understand that basically everyone slips up eventually. For instance, you might catch yourself assuming the worst about a minor concern, failing to get some sleep at the opportune moment or forgetting to put effort into your spousal relationship. By accepting that mistakes happen and learning from them, you can quickly master the ropes of being a new parent.

    Tune out the noise

    Alongside friends and family trying to have their input on how you should care for your baby, there’s also an endless supply of baby blogs, commercials and influencers that can lead you to feel inadequate. However, learning to trust your instincts means blocking out much of this noise except for a few voices you feel resonate with your precise situation.

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