Things to ask before you leave the hospital

The Mummy Concierge’s Guide To: Things to ask before you leave the hospital

It’s not uncommon for a new mummy to feel completely overwhelmed on the day that she leaves hospital. You’ve got a new baby, are about to head home to a whole new world, and your mind is all a muddle - it’s to easy to forget to ask the hospital staff the important questions you’ll regret not asking one. So here’s a list. Save it so you don’t lose it! ⠀⠀
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1. Ask a midwife to show you how to swaddle. ⠀⠀
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2. Ask how to take care of the umbilical cord⠀⠀
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3. Corner a midwife and ask her to show you how to bathe your baby (or watch my video on my IGTV which shows you how!)⠀⠀
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4. Ask the best way to cut a baby’s nails⠀⠀
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5. Ask a midwife to watch you breastfeed and give you as many tips as possible (I suggest actually writing these down so you have notes to refer back to)⠀⠀
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6. Some obstetricians (especially if you have having your baby privately) will give you their mobile phone number - so make sure you don’t forget to ask ⠀⠀
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7. Ask about pain relief and again, WRITE IT DOWN SO YOU DON’T FORGET ⠀⠀
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8. ask a nurse to take a photo of you in your hospital bed. I promise it will be one you treasure.⠀⠀
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9. See if you’re allowed to take home some newborn nappies that the baby has been wearing in hospital. They will be used to them and it will save time stressing when you are at home when you realise you pre ordered all size 1 nappies and they are all too big!⠀⠀
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What were the important things you asked before you left hospital after having a baby?