New Mum Survival Tips

Being a new mum is a wonderful feeling. It’s also a time when you may be feeling tired – especially if you’re not getting a good night’s sleep. So here are some things you can do to help boost your energy levels and stay happy and healthy during those first few precious months:

• Eat a healthy diet and never skip meals. Forget dieting until you’ve stopped breast feeding

• When your baby sleeps, don’t do the housework! Take a nap yourself

• Boost your energy levels with some gentle, regular exercise

• Ensure you are taking in the recommended daily doses of vitamins and minerals

• Evening primrose oil is a great way of getting the essential fatty acids you need when breast-feeding

• Speak to your doctor, midwife or health visitor if you feel depressed
 
• Ask for help from family and friends if you’re feeling under pressure

• Involve your partner as much as possible – so they don’t feel left out


For more information, please contact: The National Childbirth Trust.

For more information please contact your local Community Health Council.