Nesting is a common occurrence during pregnancy. Just like a bird, dog or cat get ready to deliver so don't women. Personally I find it to be a fun part of pregnancy because for once my house is REALLY clean!
Here are some things to do while you prepare for baby's arrival;
Re-stock Your Fridge; Throw away any outdated items and shop for fresh ones. You're going to want to stock up on the key essentials for once the baby has arrived. Things such as milk, cheese, yogurt, bread, items for salads, even a roasted chicken or five is great to have around for quick fixes!
Re-stock The Pantry; The last thing you're going to have time for once the baby arrives is grocery shopping! Stock up on things such as cereal, crackers, dried fruits, canned items, ect!
Cook In Quantity; Yet again it comes down to the fact that you just don't have the time to cook or prepare meals. Make extra servings of your freezer friendly foods (lasagna, meat loaf, pancakes, banana bread, ect) Pushing a button on the microwave is about all you have time for once baby arrives and everyone stops to visit.
Laundry Time; Right now is the perfect time to wash those things that you normally forget! Things such as duvet covers, rugs, pillow shams, guest bedroom sheets, and anything else that doesn't get washed regularly. Once the baby comes you're washing machine/dryer will be on overload from trying to get all the spit up stains out so do those little things now. You'll be greatfull you did!
Clean, Clean, Clean!; Do those cleaning chores around the house that you just NEVER feel like doing. Things such as dusting the picture frames and other items, or maybe even cleaning the blinds. Don't push yourself if you're pooped and stay away from ladders. Ask someone for help if need be, afterall you're the pregnant one who needs to prepare for labor.
Outfit Your Baby; Every mom wants to make sure she has all the essential items for once the baby arrives. While you'll get most of the items you need at your baby shower (if you have one) you can also make sure you have enough onesies, booties, or sweaters for baby. You can also never have enough spit up cloths and I always seem to find that the socks disappear immediately!
Birth Announcements; Order your birth announcements now so you can just fill in the measurements later and sleep a picture into place. Also make sure you address all of the envelopes NOW so you don't have to later and then all you have to do is slip the announcement in them and ship them off to your loving family and friends.
I hope these little tips help you get ready for your newest addition to your family!
Here are some things to do while you prepare for baby's arrival;
Re-stock Your Fridge; Throw away any outdated items and shop for fresh ones. You're going to want to stock up on the key essentials for once the baby has arrived. Things such as milk, cheese, yogurt, bread, items for salads, even a roasted chicken or five is great to have around for quick fixes!
Re-stock The Pantry; The last thing you're going to have time for once the baby arrives is grocery shopping! Stock up on things such as cereal, crackers, dried fruits, canned items, ect!
Cook In Quantity; Yet again it comes down to the fact that you just don't have the time to cook or prepare meals. Make extra servings of your freezer friendly foods (lasagna, meat loaf, pancakes, banana bread, ect) Pushing a button on the microwave is about all you have time for once baby arrives and everyone stops to visit.
Laundry Time; Right now is the perfect time to wash those things that you normally forget! Things such as duvet covers, rugs, pillow shams, guest bedroom sheets, and anything else that doesn't get washed regularly. Once the baby comes you're washing machine/dryer will be on overload from trying to get all the spit up stains out so do those little things now. You'll be greatfull you did!
Clean, Clean, Clean!; Do those cleaning chores around the house that you just NEVER feel like doing. Things such as dusting the picture frames and other items, or maybe even cleaning the blinds. Don't push yourself if you're pooped and stay away from ladders. Ask someone for help if need be, afterall you're the pregnant one who needs to prepare for labor.
Outfit Your Baby; Every mom wants to make sure she has all the essential items for once the baby arrives. While you'll get most of the items you need at your baby shower (if you have one) you can also make sure you have enough onesies, booties, or sweaters for baby. You can also never have enough spit up cloths and I always seem to find that the socks disappear immediately!
Birth Announcements; Order your birth announcements now so you can just fill in the measurements later and sleep a picture into place. Also make sure you address all of the envelopes NOW so you don't have to later and then all you have to do is slip the announcement in them and ship them off to your loving family and friends.
I hope these little tips help you get ready for your newest addition to your family!
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