The Postnatal Planner – before having a baby lots of focus is towards the birth, this is obviously a very important area to plan for and think about. In addition to this it is as important to set some time aside to think about what life might look like once baby is here.
For example; who are my main supporters, who can I call on for some physical support around the house, who do I call on for advice about baby, what activities do I know will best nurture me, physically and emotionally once baby is here.
This simple but effective worksheet is yours to print out – or fill in electronically – and is to be used as a quick reference once baby is here holding some of the key pieces of information that will help see you through those first few weeks and months.
Say to yourself ” I am creating this planner to ensure I have the support around me, to ensure I have time and space to rest my body, relax my mind and bond with my baby ”
This stuff is important, think about it now, because once baby is here you might not have the head space for it.