Being a new mom can be overwhelming and filled with lots of questions. But, the good news is expert knowledge is within reach. We have asked real moms to share with us the best baby advice they received as first-time moms that have been extremely helpful in navigating, surviving, and thriving along their parenting path.
As a first-time mom, there is a lot of advice to take in – both good and bad.
While it can be overwhelming at times to sort through all that information, it also gives us the chance to learn from each other.
To help make the journey easier for other new moms out there, we’ve consulted with moms from different walks of life – and compiled their best advice for handling a new baby like a champ!
From challenging moments to cute baby snuggles, come join the conversation and discover the great advice these experienced moms found helpful as new parents as well as some of the best tips they have learned about raising happy babies!
So let’s get to it! This post is all about the best baby advice fellow moms received as new parents.
Best Baby Advice | Practical Tips Shared by Experienced Moms
Motherhood can be tough, and babies don’t come with an instruction manual, so it’s no wonder that moms turn to each other for advice and support.
We recently asked a group of mothers to share the best baby advice they ever received and the responses were both helpful and inspiring!
From embracing those all-important moments with your newborn baby, to the importance of self-care and giving yourself grace, these wise words reminded us that every mother is unique, as is every parenting journey.
There is no perfect parent and there is no one right way to do things. Your own way is the best way.
No matter where you are in your motherhood journey – seeking guidance or imparting words of wisdom – what these moms have shared may bring you comfort knowing you are not alone.
Here’s what they had to say!
What is the best advice you received as a new mom?
“There’s no such thing as spoiling a baby. Hug them, kiss them, keep them close. Babies that are securely attached grow up to be securely attached kids. And securely attached kids become independent faster. Enjoy the cuddles and snuggles. Your baby will benefit from them greatly.”
Maria Yakimchuk from parentonboard.com
“Sleep when the baby sleeps. I know we’ve all heard it and we all hate it but it’s true! Especially in the first few weeks after you give birth, you need to focus on recuperating and resting. That means sleeping when you can and ignoring everything else. Dishes, laundry, and cleaning can all wait, be outsourced, or given to another family member to do. Take care of yourself!”
Robyn from A Dime Saved
“I read everything about newborns and babies when I was pregnant with my little one, but the best advice was coming from more experienced moms: “do not rush, give it time”. Tummy crumps will fade away, you will survive the sleepless nights… do not start to panic if something is not going as you planned. Chances are high that if you wait a bit, there will be a solution, and it can even be better than what you have imagined. And give yourself time for just watching and bonding with your baby. Even when the early months, long nights of feeding, changing diapers, and singing lullabies can seem like an eternity, it passes so fast! One day you will wake up to the first day of school for your Little One!”
Sophia from theorganizedfamilyblog.com
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“It was just over 18 years ago when I had my first son and now I have 4 boys including a set of twins. The best baby advice I received in the early days came from my own mom. She said, “don’t worry about a routine, just go with the flow.” Over the many years, I’ve found finding my flow with the kids to be the best advice I’ve ever received. While I may want a routine and a schedule, being able to go with the flow of things that happen has saved my sanity and made me a happier mom all around! So find you and your baby’s flow and go with it!””
April from chaosandwine.com
“It is absolutely okay to ask for help. If you cannot do everything all the time or are having a hard time, do not let the guilt take you over. You are going through a lot. Sometimes, handing over the baby to someone else and getting some rest is perfectly okay. This doesn’t make you a bad mom.”
Farwa from peachyfours.com
“Babies cry a lot, and not every cry means you’re doing something wrong. Take a deep breath and listen to what she’s saying.” This is an important thing to remember as a new mom. When my daughter cried I was tempted to go into panic mode. Once I realized that crying was simply her method of communication, I was able to listen and help her how she needed me at that moment.”
Erin Artfitch from blundersinbabyland.com
“The best baby advice I received as a new mom was that it was okay to let my baby cry and step away for a second. Of course, make sure your baby is in a secure and safe place – but, when mama is stressed and exhausted, the baby is going to be stressed and exhausted. It was hard to “let my baby cry” but after a minute or two of stepping away and gathering myself, I could go back to my baby, and instead of us both crying for half an hour, I could settle him (and her) in five minutes, tops.”
Mckayla from everydayshemoms.com
“Whoever said the quote, “The days are long but the years are short,” goes down as the quote with the most motherhood truth. Besides this widespread knowledge, when I was about to be a new mom, I was talking about different bottles and their nipple sizes with women in my family. They had no idea that they made all these different brands and sizes. They shrugged and said, “Meh, babies figure things out.” They told me they used to simply poke a hole with a needle when the baby seemed to need the next size. How simple, right? Anyway, this simple conversation made such an impact. Essentially parents never used to have all the options there are today. Babies figured it out. So before automatically thinking a problem is solely product error, perhaps giving the problem a little time could help.”
Natasha Mila from natashamila.com
“Put limits on who comes to see you and when. Choose people that are willing to help with the dishes or hold your baby, the main thing is that it’s what YOU need.”
Anouk Briere-Godbout from familymoments.ca
“Let both parents parent. One challenge new parents face in the early years is having different parenting styles. As a result, moms often feel the need to step in and “teach” their partner how to parent. The truth is, dads will do things differently than moms. And different is good. Let your spouse do things his way, you’re marriage will be better off for it!”
Lindsey Konchar from copingwithlindsey.com
After your experiences, do you have any other good baby advice you would give an expectant mom?
“Prioritize rest, self-care, and baby bonding time above all else. Someone else can do the dishes, clean the house and make the food. But no one can replace you in the eyes of your baby.”
Maria Yakimchuk FROM parentonboard.com
“Don’t worry – even though it seems impossible now, you will sleep through the night again!”
Robyn From A Dime Saved
“Kindly listen to advice even when unwanted, but always trust your instincts. A mother (regardless of experience) always knows her baby best and always will.”
April from chaosandwine.com
“Mommy Brain” is real. If you forget many things and cannot focus, do not blame yourself. This is totally natural and happens to almost all moms. Instead of worrying, try to manage things in different ways. Always keep a pen and a diary near you. Make a daily to-do list and tick when you finish a task. Note all the important chores and events in your diary. Keeping track of your activities using a diary will be a lifesaver for you.”
Farwa from peachyfours.com
“If the baby advice you’re receiving isn’t working, don’t become discouraged. Babies are wildly different from each other. For example, the sleep training method that worked like a dream for my first baby was a disaster for my second. I had to relearn everything I knew for her. If something isn’t working, just brush it off and try something new. It takes a while to find what tricks and methods work for YOUR baby.”
Erin Artfitch from blundersinbabyland.com
“My advice for expectant moms is to take every piece of advice you get with a grain of salt – or sand – or whatever the “saying” is. Essentially, not everything is going to work for you and your baby as it did for another mom. All babies are unique and all mamas are different – there’s no “one way” to be a mom or to help your baby.”
Mckayla from everydayshemoms.com
“The best parenting advice I’d give a new mom is as follows:
1. Trust yourself and don’t fight against yourself. You are the best parent for your child.
2. You will mess up. A lot. We’re all imperfect beings. You will do things that cause stress on your child. That’s okay. That’s part of being human. Apologize for your mistakes and give them a safe place to fall to figure out how to work through their stress.
3. You don’t need to subscribe to a single parenting philosophy. You can take bits and pieces. Your personality is valuable. Make parenting your own.”
Natasha Mila from natashamila.com
“Trusting your instincts is often hard but you are the specialist of your kids and family, and you know best what to do.”
Anouk Briere-Godbout from familymoments.ca
“No one knows what they’re doing – we’re all out here winging it. It’s messy and hard and beautiful. And you’re doing great!”
NDSEY KONCHAR FROM COPINGWITHLINDSEY.COM
As you enter new parenthood…
It’s clear to see that becoming a new mom can be an intimidating and challenging experience, but it is also one of the most rewarding.
There are plenty of opportunities to support and create relationships with other moms to provide helpful advice to one another.
Don’t worry about competing with other moms, it’s not a competition of who’s the better parent.
You have unique qualities that make you the best parent for your own baby.
Enjoy the quality time in your new role and all the special little moments along the way.
Above all else, make sure to take time for yourself even when the days with young children start feeling stressful and overwhelming.
Lastly, don’t forget to share this post with fellow new mamas who may need a little reassurance, advice, or just a bit of love! Together we can offer each other kindness and understanding as we navigate parenthood together.
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