15/02/2026
π Most parents feel a strong and powerful emotional connection when they meet their baby for the 1st time, however, when the midwife leaves and itβs just you to care for your baby, parents often feel overwhelmed, anxious, unconfident, doubt their instinctive abilities, and frustrated with contradictory information.
π€·π»ββοΈ Over 50β° parents report feeling unprepared for life with a newborn, having had unrealistic expectations of the babyβs behaviour, endorsed by society, media, and marketing. This can often affect the well-being of parents, however, research shows good antenatal education about the postnatal period can reduce the risk of postnatal depression
πΆπ» Understanding newborn behaviour and development is one of the best ways to prepare for the arrival of your baby.
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