2At first you are too worn out, in too much pain, and too in love with your new baby to even notice as the first couple of weeks of maternity leave quietly slips by. It's usual after the second week when the well-wishers and visiting family members head home that a sense of isolation began to take over. You and this tiny infant are left alone, and the day seems to stretch out as you and the little one begin a routine of eating, sleeping and pooping. You start to long for companionship, the hustle and bustle of work and adult conversation. Here are a few tips to not only make those six to 12 weeks a bonding experience for you and your newborn, but also a social occasion for you.http://mycyco.com/workshops/images/mommy_baby001_001.jpg
- Spread out who visits and when. Instead of having both your mother and your mother-in-law visit the same week after the baby is born, spread it out. Maybe your mother comes the first week, and your mother-in-law the week after. This way, there is a steady stream of visitors, and you're never really isolated.Join a parenting or mommy and me play group. Not only will this get you and baby out of the house, but it will also give you a chance to meet other parents, who may be going through the same experiences and emotions as you. It may also give you an opportunity to network with more experienced parents who will be able to give you lots of tips and advice.Dress you and baby up and take a trip into work. Not only will you get to catch up with your coworkers, but you also get to show off baby. You will probably get all the latest office gossip also, which should help to make you feel a part of the workplace.Schedule a weekly lunch date with a few of your close friends. This will help you feel connected to your life before baby.Think of a new outing each week. Go to the park, the library and other local children attractions, such as the zoo or amusement park. Most of these attractions rarely charge to admit a baby.
