Congratulations. You are pregnant are the words every woman craves to hear at least once in her life. But this happiness comes with a lot of responsibilities and planning. Being a mother is not a piece of cake, but it’s a cake with cherry and chilies, both sweet and sour. From the very day you got to know you are expecting a child, your responsibility starts the same day in the form of eating healthy, taking care of yourself, decorating the nursery, shopping for your newborn and a few couples also start planning about the names for the child to be born. Near your due date, you need to pack one bag before you head to the hospital for delivery.

The bag must include diapers, towels, baby accessories, feeding bottles, soothers, newborn bodysuits, and rompers. During the pregnancy period, it is a wise idea to purchase during a baby clothes sale online and start saving before the baby arrives. It’s even more convenient to buy through an online store to avoid the hassle of going out during sale time and face long queues.

A new mother has similar challenges for what to buy and whatnot. We need to carry one diaper bag, which includes all baby essentials in it, and it varies with the baby’s age. It’s different for newborns, infants, and children.

Below are some tips for first-time mothers to maintain essentials for their kids:

1. Musts for Newborn:

Newborn’s mothers are the most difficult ones as at the same time, they are going through post-pregnancy symptoms and they need to manage a baby and every necessary essential for them. Let’s start with clothing, always carry one or two extra sets of clothing for your newborn in case of emergencies. It also includes extra socks, bodysuits, napkins, cap, bibs, and sleepsuits.  Also carry baby lotion, powder, and petroleum jelly along. Changing mat and diapers and compulsory for the newborn as delay in changing diapers can cause rashes.

2. Musts for Infants:

An infant is the group of baby’s ages 1-2 years. It is the trickiest age, as, during this period, babies learn to sit, crawl, and walk as well. So for this age group, mothers can skip diapers and mats if he/she is potty trained but never forget to carry one or two extra sets of dress and one add on is a baby’s favorite toy to keep them occupied while you are visiting a mall, event or even meeting old friends. Screen time is not suitable for this age group, so have engaging and experiential toys along. At this age, kids have already started eating meals other than milk so it’s ideal for carrying their favorite snacks like fries, nuggets, and cookies etc.

3. Must for Toddlers:

This group includes kids from age 2-3. We all have heard mothers saying the terrible twos. Why is this the most challenging age? At this stage, a child is transitioning as a toddler and confused between relying on their parents or caretakers and the desire for independence. It is essential to engage your child’s imagination into different learning activities. It not easy to go on parties, lunches, or day outs with this age group, but the right choice of toys and engagement activities can help to keep them occupy and engage enough not to poke you during your meetings or gatherings. You can find quality blocks, crayons, colors, paints, playing sand, play dough as excellent options to carry while going out or even when you are traveling. Studies also suggest that playing with your kids develops their personality positively during this age group. Every age requires some effort and time to keep your child healthy physically and mentally. Even you can choose the places for hangout which have separate play areas for kids. Water play is the most attractive game for this age group. Having a good range of stories is also a good idea to keep in your toddler bag.

4. Must for Preschoolers:

This group of kids ages varies from 3-5 years. At this age, you won’t need to carry extra clothing or other kid’s accessories as the kids start taking a few responsibilities and don’t miss much while playing. But this age group needs a lot of supervision from either of the parents. It is the most crucial age of a child’s mental health and social skills development. Helping kids to read animated storybooks, building blocks, face paint, hide and seek, early birds board games, and pottery making, etc. The more your kid has engaged the strong skills he will develop at this age. It is the most adorable age where your kid starts recalling whatever you teach them like number counts, alphabets, colors, vegetables, fruits, shape and colors. Every mom must have charts of papers or flashcards of such activities especially for those who are ready to start their school.

5. Must for 5-years above:

At this age, kids become more independent when it comes to their chores like eating, bathing, and visiting restrooms. Here the most significant responsibility comes for moms is to start having conversations with their children about their routines, likes, dislikes, and how they see and understand about life. The essence of this age group of kids’ is to build trust between mothers and kids to manage themselves efficiently and need for independence.

Conclusion:

It is a never-ending subject what moms should do and should not. How to carry essentials for kids and manage their kid’s routines according to different ages. Because a mom’s job is 24/7. There are no weekends for mothers. Which dress to choose for your angel on her birthday, how the little one’s essentials will fit into one bag, and how to keep your toddlers occupied. Too much pressure to have a choice between what to buy and what not to buy. Doing too much to maintain a healthy and prosperous life for your kid, never forget to spend quality time with your kids of any age in playing, reading, and making them learn new things. Blessing always comes in a package of responsibilities.