Listen to music that you find particularly relaxing and enjoyable. Treat yourself to a massage. Gentle touches are always comforting and relaxing. At a minimum you and your baby will visit the doctor two weeks, two months, six months, nine months and twelve months after birth. Strongly consider breastfeeding your baby.
Breastfed babies are healthier and have fewer allergies.
Be sure to have your baby receive all immunization shots recommended by the doctor. At all times, place your baby on his or her back for sleep. Resist the temptation to fill your baby's crib with lots of pillows and stuffed animals because they may interfere with your baby's breathing. Make sure your baby's crib is sturdy and safe. Baby blues is the sudden temporary depression that can strike you as a new mother.