First night home with newborn - what did I miss?

J

1w ago1 min read

Just got home from the hospital yesterday with our daughter. Everything feels overwhelming. We were given a bunch of paperwork and instructions but honestly it's all a blur. What are the things nobody tells you about the first few weeks? I know sleep deprivation is coming but are there other survival tips you guys wish someone had told you?

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NNathanRegular1w ago

Welcome to the club. The overwhelming feeling is 100% normal. Everyone tells you sleep when the baby sleeps but nobody sleeps because you're too wired. Take it one hour at a time.

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CChris M.Regular1w ago

Honestly the first week home is just about getting through it. Make sure your partner knows you're there to help. Take one of the night shifts so they can sleep. That's probably the most useful thing you can do right now.

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JJosephNew Dad1w ago

You didn't miss anything man, you're living it now. First night home is scary but that overwhelming feeling is temporary. In a week you'll wonder how you didn't know this before. Just survive the first few days.

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