๐ Day 10 & The Number that tells you if your baby is hydrated
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Itโs Day 10 of your Baby Prep Advent ๐ And todayโs gift is one of those simple setups that makes the early weeks with a newborn feel much more manageable. Diaper changes happen all day and all night, which is why having a changing station on each floor can be so helpful. You'll be so glad to have what you need, where you need it. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ๐ YOUR DAY 10 GIFT: This checklist walks you through exactly what you need for a functional changing station so youโre not running up and down stairs (or searching for wipes at 3am). ๐ So CLICK HERE to grab the Changing Station Checklist ๐ ๐ค NEWBORN NUGGET In the first week after birth, thereโs one key thing youโll track to know if your baby is staying hydrated and getting what they need to thrive: Diaper count. Here's the minimum # of wet diapers you're looking for/day: First 24 hours = 1 wet diaper Day 2 = 2 wet diapers Day 3 = 3 wet diapers Day 4 = 4 wet diapers Day 5 = 5 wet diapers Day 6 (and after) = 6 wet diapers ๐๐ผ ONE SMALL THING TO DO TODAY Think about where diaper changes will realistically happen in your home. Then add anything youโre missing to your registry or shopping list. ๐ If you're just joining the Baby Prep Advent you can get the previous days' free gifts HERE.โ xoxo, Valerie Trumbower, PCD(DONA), CLC Certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor P.S. If you want a clear plan for newborn sleep and feeding before your baby arrives, click here for my free class: newparentsacademy.com/freeโ |
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