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Apr. 2, 2025

Maternity visits: 6 tips for stress-free organization

Baby's arrival is a precious and intimate moment for young parents. However, visits to the maternity hospital can sometimes be a source of stress and fatigue. Here are our six tips for managing them calmly and making the most of those first moments with your newborn.

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1 - Visiting you at the maternity ward depends first and foremost on your desires and your limits.

Setting clear rules

Before giving birth, talk to your partner about your expectations regarding visits. Would you prefer to have people over from day one, or would you like a little privacy? Agree on visiting hours and the number of visitors per day.

Inform those around you in advance

Don't hesitate to let your loved ones know in advance. You can send a message specifying your availability and your preferences, to avoid surprise visits that could be burdensome.

2 - Manage the flow of visitors to make maternity visits a pleasant experience

Focus on short visits

After giving birth, both mother and baby need to rest. If you accept visits, make sure they last a reasonable amount of time (30 minutes to 1 hour maximum), so as not to tire yourself out too much.

Limit the number of people

Too many visitors can be exhausting and interfere with the intimacy of the first moments with baby. You may want to restrict visits to close family and invite friends over later.

Enforce quiet time

Certain time slots are essential for rest and breastfeeding. Don't hesitate to indicate specific times when you don't want to be disturbed.

3 - Visits to the maternity ward should not take precedence over your well-being or that of your baby!

Listen to your body and its needs

Childbirth is an intense event, and it's normal to be tired. Give yourself time to recuperate, and don't be afraid to refuse a visit if you feel you need to.

Protecting yourself against viruses and microbes

Newborn babies are particularly vulnerable to infection. Ask visitors to wash their hands before touching the baby, and avoid bringing in people who are ill.

4 - Let your loved ones help you organize maternity visits

If you don't feel comfortable managing visitors, delegate this task to your partner or a relative. They'll be able to screen calls and organize visits seamlessly.

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5 - Don't forget that maternity visits should always be a pleasure!

Visits to the maternity hospital should remain a pleasant experience, not a constraint. By setting limits and listening to each other, you can enjoy these first moments with baby with complete peace of mind. The important thing is to respect your rhythm and your needs!

And you, how did you deal with visits after the birth of your baby? 💛

6 - Baby's needs always come first, even during maternity visits!

A mother's top priority will always be, after all, her child. So it's vital for young moms to be able to listen to their babies' needs, whenever and wherever they need to, especially when it comes to feeding them!

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Taking time out for you and your baby is as easy as it is natural.without having to reorganize your whole day, allowing you to make the most of your family's visits to the maternity ward!