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[ClaireLoui]

Im 14 weeks pregnant- After 2 years trying to concieve , im over the moon. However, i feel like i dont have a clue about pregnancy , what do i need to buy and when should i buy it ?! What do i need to think about packing for when i go into labour ?! What if the baby doesnt even like me ? Am eating enough? Am i eating to much ? Can i sleep in the recovery postion ? What Formula do i buy? What the hell is a Moses basket for ? ! i geinually feel i have not got a clue 🙈 Im so anxious !

Following as I feel totally the same at 17 weeks with my first haha :(

Have a look on YouTube. There is some great content on there. You can also look at antenatal classes in your area. Ask your midwife if there are any classes on the NHS you can join. Also look at UK Babies, they offer free courses for antenatal and newborn care. Make lists and notes.

Woah, calm down!!
Google is your friend whilst pregnant and when the baby is little and you haven't a clue.
Get yourself on the babies due in X month chat on here
Find a babies due in X month on Facebook
Book yourself onto NCT or other ante natal classes (I recommend the honest midwife online)
The baby will love you unconditionally
You only need to up your calories in the 3rd trimester
Yes you can sleep in the recovery position
Have you considered breast feeding?
A Moses basket is for sleeping in when they are tiny but they grow out super quick so wouldn't personally recommend.

Why not start with something easy like but the What to Expect when You're Expecting book? That has loads of info and you can dip in and out?

You're gonna be fine! Have you got any friends who have had babies who can give you some advice? There's so much to take in, I found it really helpful to have a friend with babies just tell me what the essentials really are (cos Google and the Internet will likely have you buying a whole lorry of stuff you probably won't even use!) Its up to you when you want to start buying things but a little every month might make it seem a little less overwhelming towards the end. I was told by so many not to bother getting a moses basket as they grow out of it so quick but I went against the advice and got one anyway and I'm so glad I did as my DD slept in it for months! I used it for downstairs naps and had a by my bedside crib for upstairs naps. Formula - I used aptamil but actually what's best is probably to find the most cost effective one that is stocked in most places in case you run out and need to get some quick. You can sleep in the recovery position. You might want to consider a pregnancy pillow for when you're near the end for comfort, or putting a pillow under your belly and between your legs has a similar effect!
When packing your bag for hospital make sure you' remember to bring lots of maternity pads and spare clothes for yourself. My waters went in my comfy pyjamas 😭😭