Room should be warm, well ventilated and light should not be bright enough and comfortable for the mother-baby duo. The room should be thoroughly cleaned before the arrival of the baby. Wet mopping or vacuum cleaning is preferred. Pest control measures should be undertaken.
Keep the mother-baby bed away from window and door and also not directly under fan or in front of air cooler. During summer ensure that temperature is set at least 25 degrees Celsius or above if using an air conditioner and the baby is clothed adequately with 2 to 3 layers of clothing, cap, socks and mittens provided the baby is comfortable. In winter keep the room warm with radiant heater if required.
Make room for keeping baby’s belongings, easily reachable for mother.
Arrange for assistance in the form of family members or domestic help to allow the mother to take care of the baby.