PREPARING FOR BABY’S ARRIVAL

Planning and Preparing your delivery

PREPARING FOR BABY’S ARRIVAL

A- POST-PARTUM DOULA

B- LIFE INSURANCE

C- WILL

PACKING FOR THE HOSPITAL

POST-PARTUM DOULAwhat is a Doula?

- New parents know how difficult it is to come back home with a new baby, especially if it is the first one.

- The first few weeks are the most critical, where most families need help and support. Post-partum doulas are experienced women, who provide assistance on infant feeding, basic newborn care, and physical and emotional support after delivery.

- They provide support to the whole family, helping them to find their role in the process, as opposed to a baby nurse who takes care of the baby exclusively.

Doula: services provided

Breastfeeding support Light housekeeping Running errands Basic newborn care (diapering, bathing, feeding) Baby soothing techniques Sibling care Referral to local resources (parenting classes, pediatrician,

lactation support)

Life insurance

Mandatory to plan child’s financial securityIt is an insurance that will pay the beneficiary a pre-

determined amount of money in case of death, to replace for the lost income or to create an education fund for the child

Anyone with a dependent family member needs a life insurance

Most common types of life insurance: term life insurance and whole life insurance

Consult a financial expert to determine the best plan

WILL

Although the subject of death is a taboo people hate to talk about, new parents have the responsibility towards their offspring to have a will, in order to insure the financial future of the children, and their guardian after one’s death.

The will includes: Distribution of property and wealth Designate a guardian for children Healthcare directives, life support

Contact a lawyer who can best assist you with the will.

Packing for the hospital

The mother: Health insurance Nursing bras/breast pads Nursing pillow, nightgown, slippers, socks, toiletries, magazines, glasses

The baby: Car seat Outfits Hat, socks, receiving blankets, newborn diapers, wipes, mittens

Packing for the hospital

The partner: Pajamas, toiletries, video-still camera, cash money

The siblings

- Crayons, coloring books, toys, snacks

- Gift from big brother/sister to baby

-Gift from mom and baby to big brother/sister to manage jealousy.