Amy never took to drinking from a bottle. She was a boob monster through and through but I know that a lot of my friends struggled for months on their quest for the perfect baby bottle. A lot of them stopped their search when they tried out Dr Brown’s bottles. Not because they had enough and gave up their search, though. They stopped because the bottles worked for them and their children.
If you’re on the hunt for the perfect bottle or want to make expectant parents smile with today’s prize, read on as we’re giving away two Dr Brown’s Special Edition gift sets, one in blue and one in pink.
The set includes 1 x 150ml and 2 x 270ml Options Bottles, 1 x PreVent Butterfly Soother, 1 x Flexees and 1 x bottle brush.
The new Dr Brown’s Options™ bottle is the first convertible bottle system. That means that you can use it with or without the green vent system that ensures 100% vacuum-free feeding – something that is medically proven to reduce wind and wind-related colic in babies.
Once your baby is a little older, you can simply use the bottle without the green vent system. That way, it works just like a conventional and teat-vented bottle.
The Pre-Vent Sooth has been developed by paediatric dentists to minimise pressure inside your baby’s mouth and stops them from developing dental issues like cross bite. The pressure on their palate is reduced through a clever air channel system that reduces suction when your baby sucks for comfort.
The Dr Brown’s Flexees teether is an incredibly durable teether that’s been designed for chewing and biting – perfect for those first pearly whites. It’s designed to access all teething areas and can also be popped into the freezer – a heaven sent when you’ve got a grumpy teething baby at home.
The old adage “Sleep when your baby sleeps” really is the best advice. So take naps together and go to bed early! Forget about cleaning, cooking etc as you will get by and people will offer to help – so accept their help and accept that your house will not be a clean and tidy as it once was – and visitors will not judge or even notice!
Take bits of advice from everyone and create your own way of bringing up your children. Don’t be too hard on yourself.
Make sure you have time for yourself and if possible take up any offers of baby sitting.
The best advice I can give is to find positive information about the way you choose to do things. For example if you choose to breastfeed, find the positive information and ignore the negative. Same applies with co sleeping, if you want to do it, find the positive information. Steer clear of all the negativity and I’m sure you’ll be the best parent you can be
Sleep as often as possible and dont be afraid to ask family for help
Don’t take the advice of your mother in law, times have changed
Sleep as much as you can before baby comes and after baby comes sleep when baby sleeps.
Do not buy too many baby clothes they outgrow clothes very quickly.
try not to panic -just keep calm and think it thru
Everyone will give different advice, follow your own initiative, even if you muddle through at first
Always except offers of help as every bit helps!
I would say keep baby on a schedule, SLEEP (every chance you get) and finally remember…no one knows your baby like you do. Don’t let others make you feel inadequate. Do what works best for you and your family.
sleep when the baby sleeps xx
Don’t creep around when baby is sleeping, get him/her used to household noises and they will sleep through them.
Take whatever help you get offered as you will need it
Be kind to yourself, it will take time to adapt to your new role and lifestyle. Sufficient rest, nourishment and fluids are important. So take some time to evolve into your new lifestyle.
Keep an open mind and never say never. We’re all so idealistic before kids and say “Oh I’ll never do X, Y, Z when I have a kid.” But often time the best plans go out the window when you’re sleep deprived. Be kind to yourself and be flexible.
Don;t sweat the small stuff, rest, relax, breath…this too will past it takes about 6 weeks for new routines to settle, don’t worry about fancy outfits, a clean warm baby, and a clean warm you is all good. You are doing great!
trust yourself and go with your gut instinct, listen to everyone’s advice but ultimately go with how you feel and what is right for you and your baby.
Accept any help that is offered and don’t feel bad for it 🙂
just do what you think is right, every baby is different so advice from others can be misleading if not well-meaning
Sleep when they sleep….very much needed
Always accept help and sleep when baby does!
Go at your own pace, don’t be pushed into things by others and don’t worry aboutthe house being clean for visitors, just enjoy those moments as they don’t stay small long and time is precious.
There is no manual, it is okay to ask for help.
Don’t be too proud to accept help. Mother and older friends know best and their shared experiences can make all the difference
Every child really is different – go with your instinct and don’t compare to other babies
Accept any help and try to sleep when baby is sleeping if you can
Always accept help from friends and family and make sure to look after yourself too!
Start as you mean to go on but be flexible
Take each day as it comes and remember you’re doing a great job.
use white noise form youtube to got the tot off to sleep x
dont stress because it does get easier
enjoy every minute of it
Don;t overthink things and worry you’re doing a bad job. Try and relax and remember, you can only do the best you can and no-one is perfect!
get plenty of sleep before the baby arrives,plenty of long nights ahead
I don’t have any children but would love to win this prize for charity, to go to Romania.
Don’t buy too many ‘gadgets’ as you might find they are just not needed and are a waste of money. Like nappy bins, and those boxes to put your wipes inm or wipe warmers.
Id say to nap when ever the baby is sleeping – a tired mummy is no good to anyone 🙂
remember that every child is different and develops at different rates, so try not to compare your child to others.
Lower your expectations for a while, there isn’t time to keep the house spotless, cook 3 course meals, etc, do what you can and leave the rest……and don’t be frightened to ask for help, you’re not failing, it’s normal!
Accept help when it is offered and take it easy. Don’t be in a rush to do everything.
Enjoy this time with your baby as before you know it they are pre-teens who think you are uncool 🙁
Accept as much help as you’re offered and get as much sleep as you can are both a given but after having 3 babies, I’d also say the one thing that will make your life easier is to not make a rod for your own back! It’s so true that if you get your baby to sleep by rocking them, they’ll always expect it to fall asleep and the same with any other routines. Start as you mean to go on.
Just take each day as it comes, it’s not always easy so beat yourself up
id say to get plenty of information from different sources for ideas and tips
Dont stress you can always ask for help
Take each day as it comes and remember there is no RIGHT way but a right way for you!
try and relax,you only get this chance once so try and enjoy it
Enjoy every moment as you’ll never get It back,forget the housework and relax when you can
Do it your way….dont try too hard to follow advice as everyone tries to give it but every baby is different. I stressed myself out trying to do things ‘the right way’ or ‘the best way’ and in the end I just had to go with the flow and do it my way or I would have gone mad. Dont think Ive done it too badly 🙂
Go day by day don’t worry about the future
dont get stressed and try and get sleep when you can
Take each day as it comes & follow your instincts, you know your own child & don’t let others let you think otherwise
have plenty of bottles ready for your little one.
sleep when you can, its to easy to carry on doing things, but its very important that you get as much rest as possable!
Don’t be afraid to ask for help. It’s tough to do it all by yourself!
sleep when the baby sleeps everything is better when were well rested 😀 housework can wait health is more important x
Enjoy every moment even the bad moments when they are crying all night as honestly they grow up so fast.
Trust your gut and don’t overspend on buying everything new.
Don’t be too hard on yourself
Relax you won’t break the baby. 🙂
Grab as much sleep as you can. It will help
Fantastic giveaway! Mom instinct is always right.
Don’t be too proud not to accept second hand items for baby from friends and family. New stuff often costs a fortune and you’ll be surprised at how much you don’t even end up using.
Be patient
Don’t be afraid to ask for or accept help and don’t be to hard on yourself by trying to be perfect
Don’t let people tell you you’re spoiling your baby if you pick them up when they cry. Babies don’t cry ‘for attention’. They cry to get their basic human needs met Pick YOUR baby up as much as YOU want to.
Don’t be hard on yourself, and always feel free to ignore others’ advice!
Dont aim for perfection.The washing up can wait………………get some sleep.
trust your motherly instinct
Let your family help
read plenty of help books plus ask question to relatives
accept help from family members and trust what your gut is telling you
Trust your instincts
No advice, just to have confidence in yourself and your ability as you are more qualified to make the right decision than midwives, nurses, doctors, in-laws etc
Days may seen long but make the most of them they pass so quickly
Have clothing in larger size as well as newborn, as mine wasn’t in newborn for long.
Don’t worry about the housework too much – enjoy those precious moments
Keep chilled relax and enjoy
follow your instincts x
Don’t try to be the ‘perfect’ parent! Good enough is ….well…good enough!
There are no right and wrong ways to do things… follow your gut
Don’t expect perfection in yourself, it will all come right.
Well I’ve just had baby number 4..(girls are 19,15 and 11) he now 18 months .. my best advice is to do whatever helps you and your family , parenting isn’t one size fits all . Take criticism with a pinch of salt , getting through each day is a bonus , don’t ever compare and don’t let others make comparisons , relax and sleep whenever you can so black out blinds priceless ! Trust yourself , your boobs and your abilities .. look after your own needs as well as the baby’s that’s just as important ! X
Don’t let others dictate how you feel. They’re not in the same situation as you nor have they been, because every person and situation is different.
Keep to a regular routine. Bath, bottle & bed at the same time each night.
To ask for help if you need it but be firm and stand your ground if you don’t think people’s advice is right. Lots of people will try to tell you what you should be doing.
My best bit of advice is ……. DONT PANIC…. stressed mummy = stressed baby. You can only do your best :o)
Don’t compare yourself to other parents, take it one step at a time, and just breathe! 😀
Don’t second guess yourself and enjoy every moment, take loads of pictures because it goes very fast!
Listen to your own instincts and follow your own path.
go with your instincts every baby is different
Housework is now a thing of the past!!
Don’t be afraid to ask for help – having a baby is hard work and there’s too much pressure for women to get it all perfect from the start.
Although some people’s advice is helpful. Go with your instincts do what you feel is right it’s your baby after all x
My best advice is to have a soothing piece of music set for ‘bedtime’ every night, turn the lights low and have a calm atmosphere, baby will learn that this is bedtime and not playtime – worked with both my babies. Fourcandles
Never comare yourself to other mums and their babies! All of us are different and we all learn as we go along.
Sleep when you can, accept offers of help when you need it & trust your instincts.
My best advice is to enjoy the bad and the good because it goes so fast and in the future you’ll miss the moments where they had a poonami or kept you up at night. Also, don’t forget to reward the good behaviour! We sort of expect them to behave as they should but if we want those behaviours to continue then even just a “it’s nice you’re playing quietly” or “I’m happy that you’re brushing your teeth” goes a long way in helping them to repeat the good!
never be afraid to ask for help and advice
I would say take all the advice you can handle, but dont worry about sticking to it, do it your way and you will learn, im still learing with a family off 7 kiddies, and i still learn something new every single day, theres no manual that comes with a baby, just be yourself and you will do fine xx
Enjoy every minute, as they are not babies for long 🙂
Savor every moment and fill up lots of memory cards with photos!
Nothing lasts forever, take things 1 at a time 🙂
Don’t compare yours baby to any other.
I’m an antique so I wouldn’t give any advice. I know I used to have an afternoon nap when the little one did
Be patient and keep calm
Nap when you can!
accept all help offered
Take advice and don’t go it alone!
Sleep as often as possible and ask for help if needed.
just enjoy the ride and dont let anyone take over and tell you how to parent
My best piece of advise would have to be to trust your own instincts. If something feels off or is really worrying you then speak to someone about it. You will always know your child best and will know when something may be wrong. You will never be wasting someones time by being safe and ensuring everything is okay
trust your instinct and enjoy every minute
Trust your own instincts – such an important one to learn x
sleep when your baby sleeps and accept help
Listen politely to everyones advice, but trust your gut instincts.
My advice is to take advice with a pinch of salt. You’ll find your own way that’s right for your child.
I would say check product reviews and take advice from other parents, as a new parent it is easy to go out and buy things that you don’t actually need, which wastes money and takes up space within your home. Buy wisel
Nobody is the perfect parent, don’t worry your doing your best
Listen to your baby and your children. REALLY listen.
Just relax and go with the flow, trust your own instincts you know your baby best
Enjoy every moment,they grow so quickly
do things you feel comfortable with
My advice would be to listen to everyones advice butat theend of theday you know your baby so go with your gut 🙂
Sleep when the baby sleeps!
Don’t stress out too much, things seem much worse than they are when you are tired, ask family to babysit so you can have a little break .x
My best bit of advice would be, stop looking for advice and just do what feels right for you and your baby.
Don’t sweat the small stuff, just take each moment at a time, they grow to fast enjoy the little things.
Go with the flow, every child is different
Get help when ever its offered, your not wonder women and you need time for yourself too
Do what you feel is right and enjoy it
Follow your instincts and don’t be afraid to ask for help 🙂
Dont compare your child to others and dont be to hard on yourself!
Always carry about 1000 wet wipes with you wherever you go. You WILL need them 😉
there are times your child will cry and you won’t be able to calm them down, don’t be scared to ask someone else to take over while you calm yourself, your child will feel your anxiety and never blame yourself
listen to your gut feelings not other mums and do not compare your children to other children
Never be afraid to ask for help x
Let your instincts be your guide and listen to your mother as mum knows best
trust your instincts
Rest whenever you can.
No tips to add myself, I’m a clueless FTM, due in June but have picked up lots from these comments – thank you all!
Let your friends and relatives help out with housework!
Go with your instinct, and always remember the baby has not read the book! 🙂
Nap at any oppurtunity
my advice is to try and get into a routine early as you can
Trust your instinct. I truly believe that mum knows best. Oh,and if you get any unsolicited advice, a smile and nod is the best way to react haha
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just to remember each parent is different whats right for someone else migh not be right for you
take a nap when baby sleeps
ask family for help
Never be afraid to ask for help or admit you are struggling as it isnt a reflection on your as a parent. It just means you want the st for your child
Sleep as much as you can, and ask family for help..
DON’T WORRY ABOUT FOLLOWING TEXTBOOKS ON PARENTING TOO MUCH – JUST DO WHAT FEELS RIGHT!
I’d say ask for help if you need it 🙂
Just focus on your baby rather tan trying to keep up with messages and texts as it’s overwhelming receiving so many.
Try not to panic.
Gro bags are great & muslin cloths a saviour! Make sure you sleep, if it’s at 2pm then that’s absolutely fine!!
Don’t be afraid to ask for help x
Sleep when baby sleeps and always accept help when offered .
Take as much advice and direction from family and friends. Don’t be afraid to ask for help either when you feel overwhelmed!
Parenting groups are great to meet new mum’s and to make friends,and great advice too And enjoy every minute they grow up to quick xx
Take each day as it comes. Somedays are tougher than others.
Trust your instinct and don’t compare yourself to other Mums or your baby to other babies
Don’t worry about what others say, follow your instincts.
stagger the visits from families and friends and dont be afraid to ask them for help – if people are visiting you then ask them to giv you a hand even if its only watching baby whilst you have shower, puting the laundry on or hlping with the dishes
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Don’t be polite! Lol, with my first baby, I politely declined every offer of help, every person who offered to take baby to the park, or who offered to let me have a nap while they changed and fed the babe, I turned them all down, thinking stupidly, that I should be the one to do everything, that they were just being nice, that they didn;t really want the burden on my child, but I found out later that these folks really wanted to help me, and I was daft…so don’t take it all on, let others help you, you’ll be happy, baby will be happy and have more bonds with more people, and the more people there for you means happy mummy, which means, happy baby!
Trust yourself and your instincts, people will give you advice and some of it will be suitable and some of it won’t, just nod politely and then make your own decisions