Why is taking care of a newborn so hard?

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Why is taking care of a newborn so hard?

PARENTHOOD IS EXHAUSTING Young babies need almost-constant care: They need to be fed every couple of hours; they wake up multiple times per night (making a good night’s sleep a thing of the past for you); and they may require specific (and bizarre) rituals to get them to eat, stop crying, or fall asleep.

How can I make life easier with a newborn?

7 Tips to Make Life Easier with a Newborn

  1. Sleep when the baby sleeps.
  2. Pack extras in your trunk.
  3. Remember: no one is perfect.
  4. Ask as many questions as you want at the hospital and pediatrician appointments.
  5. Always bring the elevated sleeper.
  6. Get a play yard with a newborn/bassinet insert.

How do I cope with my newborn alone?

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Take care of yourself Instead, eat a healthy diet, drink plenty of water and get some fresh air. Sleep when the baby sleeps — and try to work out a nighttime schedule with your partner that allows both of you to rest and care for the baby. Good habits will help you maintain the energy you need to care for your newborn.

When do newborns sleep through the night?

But they may not sleep more than 1 to 2 hours at a time. Most babies don’t start sleeping through the night (6 to 8 hours) without waking until they are about 3 months old, or until they weigh 12 to 13 pounds. About two-thirds of babies are able to sleep through the night on a regular basis by age 6 months.

How do you survive the first week with a newborn?

10 tips for surviving the newborn stage

  1. View as slideshow. Now what?
  2. Smooth sibling transition.
  3. Consult a car seat expert.
  4. Put your baby’s crib in your room.
  5. Expect around-the-clock feedings.
  6. Get help if breastfeeding hurts.
  7. Track feedings and diapers.
  8. Keep the umbilical cord stump clean and dry.
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How do you stay sane with a newborn?

What to Do for Yourself

  1. Get enough sleep. Yeah, right, you’re probably thinking.
  2. Take breaks.
  3. Get Dad into the picture.
  4. Continue to eat properly, and keep taking your vitamins.
  5. Wear a snug-fitting, nonpendulous front baby carrier so you can work while holding Baby.
  6. Delegate more.