5 Practical Things That You Will Need To Change When Baby Comes Along!
Practical Things That You Will Need To Change When Baby Comes Along!
Have you considered the practical things you will need to change when baby comes along
It’s such an exciting time to know you’re expecting a wonderful new little life in your family! But with that comes a lot of changes and not all of them are immediately apparent so let’s have a look at some of the changes that will happen to us once our little bundles of joy arrive.
House And Home
What is your current home like? Is it suitable for a young one or are you going to have to move? It’s best to get an idea of what space you need and what you can afford prior to babies arrival. Are you going to have to rent or can you get a mortgage?
As cute and wonderful as the new baby is, the inevitable fact is that they will start moving and being curious, sticking things in their mouths, prodding their cute little fingers into things so safety proofing your new (or old) home for a child is an absolute must.
Financial Commitments
Now that there’s an extra person coming into your life you’ll need to consider some financial aspects that may need to be changed such as, life insurance, health insurance etc it’s really easy to compare life insurance online and see what’s best for you.
Child Savings Accounts are also something to consider for the future, there’s a great argument for putting a little nest egg aside for the little one and with things like college on the distant horizon there can never be enough savings. It’s easy to check what various accounts offers and see what works for you.
Vehicle
It’s also important to consider what type of vehicle you will require for your new family set up but almost certainly you’ll be doing some research into the best family cars available. Firstly and obviously there’s size of vehicle you’ll require, either going from your compact or two seater to a family saloon if it’s your first child or even if it’s your 4th or more you might need something more like a seven seater or minivan!
Social Life
Contrary to popular myths having a lovely little baby isn’t the end of your social life and it can be argued quite the opposite in many cases, there are so many more opportunities for new mums (and dads) to socialise. What will change is that your social life opportunities will be very different, it will be less drinks and cocktail parties and more involving and surrounding your childcare, but that’s the kind of family life we’re after isn’t it. Involving your child in your social life is key as it’s very healthy to have your children know you and your friends. Also do take some time out to have a social life outside your child, get a babysitter or have your partner watch the little one for a night and let loose.
Work Life
What will change with your working life? It’s almost certain at least something will have to change and there are various options on how to balance work and family life from part time to working from home or if you are going back full time then childcare will be a must.
I hope you have found this post on practical things you will need to change when baby comes along to be useful. What have you considered?
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Further reading
Baby Budgeting – the essentials guide
