It's a strange time. We have been dealing with the coronavirus in the Netherlands for some time and, as current reports lead us to believe, we are far from getting rid of it.
This is very difficult for everyone. There are people who have lost family and/or friends to the coronavirus, but many babies are also being born again.
So many changes.
Not only are these difficult times, but many young parents also find it lonely. No Gender Reveal parties, no Baby Showers or maternity visits in the first week, while being pregnant or giving birth is something beautiful and should be celebrated.
In addition, childcare is also closing, how do you do this if you have more children at home?! Working from home has also been happening a lot more since this year, but how do you combine this with your children being at home?
Tit is especially difficult if you also have to teach your children. You are now not only a mother, but also a teacher.
Take good care of yourself
That is why it is very important that you, as a (expectant) mother, continue to take good care of yourself! It is very easy to become stressed during these times. We have a number of tips for you:
1. Make sure you take enough moments to really rest. Watch that nice Christmas movie again or go for a walk.
2. Even though it is difficult, try to do fun things that give you positive energy.
3. Don't follow the corona news every day, unfortunately this doesn't make anyone happy.
4. Give your baby some extra attention. Stroke your belly or talk to your baby, because by giving love you release oxytocin and that calms you both down.
5. Talk to your partner, family or friends about your feelings so that they understand you and you know that you are not alone. It's just really nice to be able to share this.
Let us above all remain positive
But, if we are very honest, there are also positive sides to being pregnant and giving birth during corona. Because everyone has to keep a distance of 1.5 meters and we actually have no physical contact, no one touches your stomach uninvited.
In addition, you can be very picky about who you want to have for your maternity visit. It is now a lot easier to turn away people who you would actually rather not have for a maternity visit.
And to mention another advantage; Because you sit at home all day and don't have to go out, why would you dress up nice when you can also walk around in your house suit. Do we need to say more?!
It's time to make life easier!
To make your life more pleasant and easier, it is also nice if you have handy items that you can use throughout the baby and toddler period. NanaBeebi was developed by parents for parents with the mission to make parents' lives a lot easier. Take a look at our shop and see how we can best help you.
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