A tour of the actual center where their baby will be brought into the world helps to allay fears and concerns. Taking the time to explain equipment and procedures helps calm fears of the unknown. The last months of pregnancy are filled with a wide variety of discomforts. Relief can only come when they discuss them with trained nurses and childbirth instructors. The discomforts are normal, and, most of the time, simple remedies will alleviate them.
Safety is another concern.
Preparing a home for a newborn is not just about choosing wallpaper and a theme for the room. If there are no other children in the home you need to spend time in each room of the house and view it the way a crawling baby would. Safety plugs to guard electrical outlets, poisonous plants, floor length drapes, and even furniture should be inspected for potential hazards for newborns. Car seats are a must. Every baby needs to be restrained in a car seat at all times when riding in an automobile.