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You have entered your third trimester, so many many congratulations to you. As you fast approach your due date, you must be now pretty excited about finally meeting your bundle of joy. But, you may also be feeling a tinge of nervousness. And, that is pretty natural given the number of things you need to do before the D-Day. But, what can ease your mind is checking and ensuring that your to-do list for the third trimester is done. Here are some of the things that you can do before your little one arrives in the world:
1. Set Up Your Little One’s Crib
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This is the perfect time to buy and set up your little one’s crib. Yes, he/she may not get to sleep in it for a while, but getting it done beforehand can take a load off your chest. If you are planning to have a separate toy room for your munchkin, you can get all the last-minute decorations and painting done too.
2. Build A Beautiful Nest For All Of You
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You may have a sudden urge to set up the home for your little one and clean it up. You may feel like building a cozy little nest, so take advantage of that instinct. After all, it is nice to come back from the hospital to a tidy and clean home.
3. Clean Your Baby’s Clothes
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If you have bought clothes for your little one, you may want to wash it, fold it, and arrange it in the wardrobe. You can, of course, take help from someone to do that. The little one’s skin is very delicate, so dressing him/her up in clean clothes can avoid unnecessary skin irritation. You may be too exhausted to do this once you are back from the hospital, so take care of it now itself.
4. Keep The Hospital Bag Ready
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Ladies, keep your hospital bag ready so that you have it handy whenever you need it. Your mind will be so much more at ease once it is done since this is such an important one. And, the best part is that you can always add or remove anything at any point in time if needed.
5. The Maternity Photo Shoot
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If you have not already taken your maternity pictures, what have you been waiting for? But, guess what? You still have plenty of time to go set up the photo shoot appointment, so go for it. Also, if you don’t want any elaborate process, you can always call your friends to help you and your partner with some candid maternity pictures.
6. Baby Shower Time
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Have you already had a baby shower? If not, now is a good time to have it. Or, you may not know about it but your friends are already planning one for you (spoiler alert, apologies!). But, baby showers can be a lot of fun. Not only do you get to spend time with your friends and relatives, but you also get to celebrate one of the happiest phases of your life.
7. Set Up The Maternity Leave With Your Boss
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If you have decided to take the maternity leave post your pregnancy, talk to your employer and set it up. Also, make sure that you understand the ins and outs of what the company policy says and what the package encompasses. This way, you will be able to make a well-informed decision.
8. Don’t Let Any Concern Stay Inside You, Ask!
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You may still have many doubts and concerns with respect to childbirth. It is natural so don’t hesitate. Just reach out to your doctor and clarify any doubts that you have to put your mind at ease.
9. Pre-Book At The Hospital
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If you are comfortable with a particular doctor and hospital, you should make a booking with them beforehand. Do that much before your due date so that it is convenient and less hectic at that time.
Can you think of some other things that you would like to add to the to-do list? If yes, share with us in the comments section below!
