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Helping Mommy
Mommypotamus » Motherhood » 18 Ways To Help A New Mom
Combining traditional wisdom and modern research for smart, naturally-minded mamas.
If you say this to a mama and she looks at you like it’s a trick question, don’t give up. Sometimes asking for what we need is tricky, you know?
After my oldest was born and my midwives crept away for some well-deserved sleep, I remember wondering if they’d noticed that I couldn’t figure out how to burp her. I loved my squishy little girl more than my own breath, but it took some time to feel confident as her mama.
Fortunately, my family and friends surrounded me with support, even when I didn’t know what to ask for. Apparently they had a new mom playbook I didn’t know about, and it went something like this . . .
Whether your friend is a first-time mama or a seasoned vet on baby #5, here are some ways you can help . . that ACTUALLY help!
Text me the day before you’re scheduled to drop off a meal and ask if you can pick anything up on your way: toilet paper, bleach-free pads, natural laundry powder , etc.
Text me again a few hours before you stop by. I may have remembered something!
“Come over about 2 in the afternoon. Hold the baby while I have a hot shower, put me to bed with the baby and then fold all the piles of laundry that have been dumped on the couch, beds or in the room corners.” ( Gloria Lemay ) Or if there’s no laundry to fold, offer to start a load.
Chances are I barely managed to get into presentable pj’s before you arrived and I’m not thinking about a photo shoot, but as the saying goes, “If you see something beautiful in someone, speak it.”
Whether it’s my beautiful squishy baby sleeping peacefully, or an older child dressed up in a makeshift costume, if you see something lovely ask me if I’d like you to photograph it. Use my phone, or use yours and send it to me later with a quick note telling me what a great job I’m doing. Even if it’s grainy and not at all professional, your photo may become a treasured memory of a time when not many photos are taken. ( See Exhibit A here )
Put a load of dishes in the dishwasher and wipe down my countertops.
Buy a dark amber 4 ounce glass spray bottle , fill it with organic lavender hydrosol (flower water) or organic rose hydrosol , then tie a bit of baker’s twine or ribbon around the nozzle to make it pretty. Although the shelf life will be about 3 months, which is shorter than this homemade air freshener made with essential oils, hydrosols are more gentle and therefore preferred for use in a home with a brand new baby.
Ask me if I’d like you to spritz my pillow. Oh, and make up a bottle for yourself, too. Let’s be happy together!
. . . that because I am on my second (or third or fourth!) baby that I don’t need help because I “know what I’m is doing.” I need more help! (Thanks Renee Kohley for this idea!)
Please take them to the park to blow bubbles or kick the soccer ball around. Please do not feed them junk – they turn in to gremlins, I promise! Here are some healthy snack ideas they’ll love .
Or if you really love me clean out Fido’s litterbox! ( What, you didn’t name your dog after a cat and vice versa? )
If I’ve shared with you that I’m feeling overwhelmed by visitors, offer to print this sign for me and place it on my front door.
If you’re the organizing type, help me harness “Is there anything I can do to help?” into real-life results. Create a list of chores to put on the fridge so that friends know what is needed. (Thanks for this idea, Katy Scott!)
Thinking about birth – mine, yours, or the totally different one down the street – is a great way to help me process my experience. Long conversations can be tiring, but I wouldn’t mind if you gifted me a copy of The Birth Next Door for me to read while I’m nursing in the wee hours.
Organize a Meal Train and share it with my friends and family. Also send me a link that I can give to anyone who asks about bringing a meal.
If my family is on a restricted diet – gluten, dairy, sugar, whatever – make sure that vital info gets listed. When you sign up to bring something, make sure to bring me a nourishing meal like egg drop soup and a huge salad with homemade ranch dressing . Here are 25 quick, healthy meal ideas I’ll love you for!
Yeah, there are 3 states between us and you’re totally off the hook, but how awesome would it be if you made the miles vanish into thin air with a visit from a natural cleaning service or box of organic, fair-trade chocolate drop-shipped from Amazon?
The first two weeks everyone is eager to help, but the adjustment period is much longer. Help around the house, or offer to come with me and hold the baby while I try on nursing bras or pick up some essentials.
I love you, I REALLY do, but welcoming visitors can be very tiring. So after you’ve done one of these amazing things for me, quietly slip out the door. Did I mention that I love you?
Gifts are not necessary, but if you bring one make sure that it comes with a card that says “ Don’t you dare write me a thank you note! ”
Is it something that was helpful to you after having a baby, or maybe something you wish someone had done for you?
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We Help Mommy Hardcover – Illustrated, January 1, 1959
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Jean Cushman
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Eloise Wilkin
(Illustrator)
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Martha and Bobby help Mommy not only by doing things for themselves, but by doing many chores around the home.
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Golden Press; First Edition (January 1, 1959) Language
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English ISBN-10
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The moment has finally arrived. Mom and dad are ready to leave the hospital and bring their sweet little bundle of joy home. But then it hits. Thoughts like “What am I doing? I’m not ready for this!” come creeping in. Trust me, I’ve been there. Twice. Even after having my second child last year, there are still many times it all feels so new and overwhelming. Many things I thought I was prepared for or experienced with my first shouldn't have been much of a surprise, but some were.
One thing I learned right away is there are moments when parents can use a helping hand and it’s okay to ask for it! My friends and family were eagerly waiting to see how they could pitch in when the new baby was born. Knowing I couldn't possibly do it all on my own, I leaned on them and shared some of the ways they could help us. Having their help was a huge relief gave us the time we needed to give our new bundle of joy the attention he needed.
If you have someone in your life who is expecting, offer to help once baby arrives. Give mom and dad some bonding time with their new baby, while you lend them a helping hand. Here is a wonderful list of the 18 best ways to help out a new mom.
Meals. Offer to make meals or create a meal train so others can pitch in. Even helping put together a Pinterest board to curate some simple, family favorite recipes to cook later will help during those tiresome moments where parents find themselves asking all the time, “What are we going to do about dinner?”
Food Delivery Service. Use a cool food delivery service app like DoorDash, UberEats or GrubHub for more meal choices from favorite local eateries.
Diaper Subscription. Set up delivery for reoccurring orders of diapers and wipes or a grocery store curbside pickup membership for a month or two.
Movie & Reading Playlist. Put together a playlist on Netflix or another online tv/movie streaming service for those late-night feedings. Another great option is setting up a Kindle or reading list.
Household Chores. Provide some assistance with the necessary household chores like laundry, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms, etc. Another great option would be to hire a housekeeping service.
Dishes. One of the biggest items on the daily to-do-list is washing dishes. Either help with dish washing (there may be plenty of bottles or breast pump pieces that need constant attention) or bring the family paper plates, cups, and plastic utensils to forgo having to do as many dishes!
Babysit. Offer to babysit while mom gets a good nap in, takes a short walk, showers or even better a nice, hot bubble bath. Reenergizing is key!
Nighttime. Handle a night shift, a feeding, or baby’s nap. These are also great moments for family and friends to bond a little extra with the baby.
Managing Schedule. Encourage and help mom out with making and keeping appointments. Whether it’s a follow-up with her doctor for a postpartum checkup or a nail appointment, keeping mom on track with her day-to-day activities is a big help.
Errands. Run errands she hasn't even thought about yet like filling up gas tank, taking pet to groomers, or returning/exchanging baby gifts.
Diaper Bag Checklist. Make a checklist for the diaper bag . When parents are finally ready to step out with the baby they will either pack everything but the kitchen sink or will forget something important. With a list, they can easily check things off and it's done!
Car Kit. Create a baby emergency/back-up kit for the car that includes: extra clothes, diapers, wipes, bottles, blankets, seasonal items, toys, first aid kit, etc. In a pinch, these items will be GOLD!
Be the Go-To. Offer to be her driver, personal assistant, mom's helper, whatever she needs, as she runs her errands with you by her side.
Text vs. Call. Texting or messaging is a great way to offer help! Whether sending an “I’m on my way” or “At the grocery store, need anything?” text, it may be preferred if baby or mom are resting or enjoying some much-needed quiet time.
Short Visits. When visiting, keep it short & sweet, don’t linger, and be prepared that mom & dad may not be ready for anyone to hold the baby yet. Nothing personal.
Check-in. Help mom out with taking care of her physical and mental needs. Grab a yoga mat and stretch together. She’ll love the physical activity and spending time with another adult.
Encourage Date Nights. Don't forget about bonding time for the parents. Offer your time so the new parents can enjoy a date night and some extra quality time.
Ask. Lastly, just ask! Every mom -and baby- is different which means they may have different needs, so don’t hesitate to make suggestions or ask how you can help the family!
Jennifer Salazar Hutcheson is a Latina mami that was born and raised in New York, relocated to Georgia -where she fell in love with the South- and currently calls North Carolina home. She shares her parenting adventures with her best friend/husband, their two sweet boys, and the pup they rescued, on her personal blog, Mami 2 Mommy.
Jennifer Salazar Hutcheson is a Latina mami that was born and raised in New York, relocated to Georgia -where she fell in love with the South- and currently calls North Carolina home. She shares her parenting adventures with her best friend/husband, ...
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