60 MOTHERS GIVE THEIR PIECE OF ADVICE TO FIRST-TIME MOMS!

TO THE MOTHERS WHO SUBMITTED THEIR WORDS OF ADVICE...

I first want to say thank you for being so kind in sharing such beautiful, kind, and motivating advice for not only myself, but for other first-time moms! I truly appreciate each of you and the words of advice you’ve shared. For those who are wondering, I asked for mothers to submit their best piece of advice for first-time moms as well as for experiencing pregnancy for the very first time!

Here are 60 pieces of advice to truly take in! Enjoy.

60 PIECES OF ADVICE FROM MOTHERS AROUND THE WORLD

“Labor: Just go with the flow! Over-planning adds unnecessary stress.”

”Don’t ween your kid on bland food — get them used to home cooking ASAP!”

”When baby is born, it’s easy to get overwhelmed, but step [back], breathe, and go with the flow.”

”Hydration is key, and don’t ever forget about maintaining a fit body.”

”Patience. While pregnant and after.”

”’Let it go’ towards everything that doesn’t go as planned, or irritated you. It’s not worth it.”

”Run!!!! Lmao, no honestly just take it easy on yourself and don’t be afraid to ask questions.”

”Sleep in as much as you can before baby!”

”Don’t compare your journey to anyone else’s. Be easy on yourself — motherhood changes you a lot.”

”Take it one day at a time. Don’t put too much pressure on yourself when the baby comes!”

”Enjoy your time! Don’t wait for it to be over — be excited for it. Enjoy baby movements!”

”Get a lot of rest, meal prep right before and freeze it [before birth].”

”Soak it all up, they grow too fast.”

”Always, always, always take a little time each day for yourself — just you! And enjoy it.”

”Savor all the moments, even when you want to pull your hair out. They grow quickly.”

”Eating for two is a myth.”

”Pregnancy isn’t [always] fun but it’s all worth it.”

​“Everybody’s experience is different and not all children are the same!”

”Try to eat healthy foods as much as you can while pregnant.”

”Everything is a phase... During pregnancy, postpartum, your child, and the phase won’t last forever! Ex: tantrums, difficult eater, etc.”

”Get as much sleep as you can!”

”Don’t buy too many newborn clothes — babies grow so fast! I would say 5-10 newborn pieces.”

”Always have light snacks in your bag (crackers, Cheese Its, etc) to help with nausea!”

”Take bump pics every week! So cute to look back and see your belly grow!”

”Best time to get your husband to get you whatever you want to eat. — everything you’re craving!”

“You don’t need much and buying too much can make you even more overwhelmed.”

”If you’re planning to breastfeed, read about it! It helps a lot.”

”Don’t be scared of labor and delivery. It’s my favorite part! #TheBestAdrenalineRush”

​“Don’t be hard on yourself. No one is perfect... Even if they seem they have it all together!”

”Enjoy the newborn stage, even with the sleepless nights, etc. It really is the best part.”

”Be gentle with yourself. You are growing a human and it’s not easy!”

”Do whatever you feel is right for you and your baby... No matter what anyone else is saying.”

”Walk as much as you can — makes labor a lot easier.”

”Enjoy your freedom while it lasts! 😂”

”Motherhood is a thrilling, challenging, and super rewarding experience.”

”Prenatal massages starting at 32 weeks will minimize tears!”

”Cherish every moment — they grow fast!”

”You learn as you go.”

”All I can say is no matter how much you prepare, you’re not prepared, and that’s okay!”

”Make the most of your hospital stay and take advantage of the resources (ex: lactation specialist)!”

”Always be kind to your kids. You will experience some real life lessons in patience...”

”Take the advice but you don’t have to follow! Mommy instinct will kick in when baby comes.”

”Don’t be hard on yourself to get it all done. Take one day at a time. It does get easier.”

”Sleep while the baby is sleeping!”

”Take it one day at a time. Seriously! It’s all a learning experience. You got this!”

”WALK and buy a yoga ball when you’re about seven months. Your pelvis and lower back will thank you!”

”Take all the belly pictures you can!”

”Take it slow! It’s a beautiful journey, take pictures and document all the ups and downs!”

”Be open to EVERYTHING . Go with the flow and be okay with things not going your way.”

”Be the mom YOU want to be! Be the mom you wish you had or have.”

”Follow mom inspirational quotes on Instagram, this can help prevent PPD [postpartum depression] and stress!”

”Don’t put yourself on a schedule, just take it one day/second at a time and enjoy baby!”

”Breastfeeding is hard AF and not many people warn you about that, so be easy on yourself!”

”Sleep well.”

”Eat plenty of dates [especially near labor], they’re so beneficial!”

”Enjoy your pregnancy, you’re going to miss it!”

”Patience is key. Some days you will worry that you don’t know what you’re doing... That’s okay!”

”Start snuggling up to a baby blanket during your pregnancy so it can pick up your scent. When baby is born, use it with them [safely] and it can soothe them and help them sleep easier.”

”Let them cry it out a bit as a newborn — it’ll help them expand their lungs.”

​“ENJOY EVERY EXPERIENCE! Time flies in a blink of an eye.”