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The first few weeks at home with a new baby, with the jobs, appointments and help in one place.

Health checks

• Midwife or health visitor visits
• Newborn checks
• Check newborn screening appointments
• Baby's first doctor appointment
• Postnatal check
• Know when to get urgent help

Admin

• Register the birth
• Register baby with a doctor or health insurance
• Check family benefits
• Confirm parental leave arrangements

Feeding and sleep

• Feeding support contacts
• Prepare feeding supplies
• Safe sleep space
• Write down feeds and nappies if helpful

Home and help

• Batch cook meals
• Ask family to help with jobs
• Limit visitors if you need rest
• Keep a spare change bag by the door

You

• Rest when you can
• Accept help
• Arrange support for difficult days
• Know the warning signs of postnatal depression in either parent
• Ask for help if you feel low

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