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Newborn care: 10 tips for stressed-out parents
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1. Take care of yourself
2. Establish visiting rules
3. Go with the flow
4. Expect a roller coaster of emotions
5. Relax your standards
6. Get out of the house
7. Accept a helping hand
8. Nurture other relationships
9. Keep your perspective
10. Know when to seek additional help
4. Expect a roller coaster of emotions
You might go from adoring your baby and marveling at tiny fingers and toes to grieving your loss of independence and worrying about your ability to care for a newborn, all in the space of an hour.
Chances are, you and your partner are both tired and anxious as well.
To help you stay connected, talk about what's bothering you — such as a strained budget or difficulty soothing the baby. A shared laugh might help lighten the mood.
