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WHAT MOST WOMEN NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HAVING A BABY Many women have stated that they were ill-prepared for the rigors of being a new parent. New mothers frequently complain that they were not prepared by prenatal or childbirth classes for what was in store for them. Most women state that these classes focus primarily on labor and delivery while leaving out the physical and mental toll that having an infant can place on a woman or a couple. Women were polled in a recent study to see where they found the information they learned concerning pregnancy and childbirth. Most stated that they got their information primarily from media sources, whether it be printed media, information on the internet, or even television programs, many women stated that they were not prepared for the things that would be facing them. NEWBORN BABY CARE Many moms would attest that taking care of older babies and toddlers is easier than caring for a newborn child. Newborns are seen as very delicate because they indeed are. They are still in the growth and development stage similar to when they were inside the womb. Many functions have not matured enough to be of use yet. This is why they express their needs through the only way they know - crying. Post-natal depression can be affected by factors such as not knowing enough to care for newborn children. Experienced and inexperienced mothers alike can undergo this depression; after all, all babies are different. It is recommended that expectant mothers should prepare for newborn infant care early on by reading books or watching videos that have tips. Preparation is the key; if you know what to expect, you will know how to deal with it when it comes. THE NEWBORN BABY SHOPPING