[:en][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In preparation for your role as mummy and daddy, you've read every book available on parenting; you've prepared the nursery and bought all the proper accessories that your child will need. Without a doubt, these are the things that are important in preparation for your little one's homecoming. However, this is only the beginning of your journey. There are countless other details to help you feel more prepared and ready to welcome that little bundle of joy into your life.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3888" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/prepare_your_kids.png" alt="prepare_your_kids" width="267" height="268" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<strong>Prepare your kids</strong>

If this is not your first pregnancy, then make sure your older children are ready for the baby’s arrival. Reassure your children that you love them no matter what. Get them excited about their upcoming role of importance as a big brother or big sister. Involve them in fun decisions such as choosing baby garments and rearranging the furniture to accommodate a nursery.

Before your due date, have a talk to explain the likely scenarios they might witness as you get ready to deliver. The process of giving birth from the first pangs of labour to the hospital trip can be a confusing and upsetting time if your children are still very young. In additional to your hospital overnight bag, put your children in charge of preparing their own ’emergency’ bag with books to keep them occupied or their favourite soft toy for comfort.

By investing a little time to prepare your older kids, you’ll be rewarded by how protective they will become of the latest addition to the family.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="rightside"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3141" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/pet1.jpg" alt="pet" width="404" height="270" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>Prepare your pets</strong>

<strong>1.</strong> Your furry friend has been the ‘baby’ of the house and may resent the intrusion of a newcomer. Consider your pet’s temperament and what kinds of measures might be necessary, such as obedience training classes.

<strong>2.</strong> Larger pets kept in the garden should pose few challenges until your child learns to venture out of the house. Formally introduce your pet to your baby from the start and it will learn to identity this new addition as part of the family to protect.

<strong>3.</strong> If you have a smaller in-house pet, consider limiting its territory until Baby is a few months old and used to sudden noises such as barking. Some children develop allergies to animal fur, in which case, a visit to the doctor will determine how severe the allergy is and what measures you should take.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<strong>Get ready with money</strong>

A baby affects your life in so many ways, so it’s important to think about how your financial situation will change. For example, many parents have to absorb considerable extra expenses like diapers, infant formula and daycare. Families can have a reduced income if one parent stays home part-time or full-time to care for the child. Saving up months in advance and implementing a budget will help you stay on track financially.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3143" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/home-saving.jpg" alt="home-saving" width="404" height="270" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<strong>Buy life insurance</strong>

No one likes to think about this but you need to plan to take care of your child if something happens to you. Consider taking up life insurance which insures you for a fixed amount for a given premium. In addition, take into account inflation and currency fluctuation. Your sum insured now may be worth less decades later, so speak to your insurance provider on the best options within your budget.

<strong>Prepare a will</strong>

If you don’t already have a will, get professional legal help to draft one. Among other things, a will can document your requests for who should care for your child if something should happen to you. If this is not your first child, a will should clearly lay out how you wish to divide your earthly belongings amongst your children and family.

<strong>Invest in your child’s future</strong>

It’s never too early to begin saving for your child’s education. By starting a college fund now, you’ll be able to set aside less each month than if you were to wait until your child is older. A financial consultant can take a professional look at your financial situation and spending habits and assist to structure a long-term investment plan for your child’s future.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3877" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/set_a_schedule.png" alt="set_a_schedule" width="118" height="152" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/3"][vc_column_text]<strong>Set a Schedule</strong>

Getting ready for baby also involves planning ahead for daily baby care. Think about feeding duty, diapering, bathing and sleeping arrangements. Consider how each of these choices will affect your family dynamics and relationship with your spouse. Talk to other parents and learn how they adjusted their lifestyles when they had children. At the end of the day, looking after a baby is a commitment by both you and your spouse and should not fall on one parent alone.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3876" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/need_help.png" alt="need_help" width="106" height="136" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/3"][vc_column_text]<strong>Get Help</strong>

Don't try to be a superhero. Those first few weeks with Baby are going to be insane. Don't think that this is something that both of you can or should handle on your own. There will be eager family members or friends who'd willingly lend a hand. Take them up on their offer even if it's just to do the grocery shopping or pay the bills for you. Any free time you get will certainly help alleviate the craziness surrounding the first few weeks.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3879" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/go_shopping.png" alt="go_shopping" width="141" height="149" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]<strong>Go Shopping</strong>

This is something Daddy may want to undertake, considering that Mummy needs all the rest she can get. Go on a spree and stock up on your every day essentials such as toothpaste, soap, shampoo. Don't forget cleaning supplies as well as baby detergents as you are bound to do a lot of washing.

Don't be surprised that your baby will need more than one feeding bottle a day. To keep the bottles clean and ready for use, Tollyjoy offers its Accessories & Vegetable Liquid Cleanser for effective removal of milk fats and deposits on baby bottles and feeding teats. The new anti-bacterial formula helps to kill household germs, providing baby with maximum hygiene and cleanliness.

Look out for Tollyjoy's Baby Laundry Liquid Detergent which is formulated to care for baby's clothing. Its mild plant based ingredients are effective in removing impurities in clothing while its anti-bacteria and preservation actions ensure baby's clothes are clean and fresh even when left indoor to dry.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="5/12" el_class="rightside"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3880" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/get_the_essentials.png" alt="get_the_essentials" width="300" height="147" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="7/12" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>Get the Essentials</strong>

This certainly is not the time to procrastinate! Make sure your baby care and mother care essentials are in place before your due date. You need to think about clothing, diapers, feeding equipment, blankets, nursery furniture, changing equipment and general everyday accessories.

All of these are important for your baby, but you'll be surprised to note that it is the smaller things that most people forget to purchase! You can find out more about 'What Baby Needs' here and draw up your own checklist[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3882" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/be_prepared_anything.png" alt="be_prepared_anything" width="129" height="150" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]<strong>Be prepared for anything</strong>

Be ready to feel clueless! Be prepared to not know what you are doing and feel overwhelmed. Be safe in the knowledge that every parent goes through this whether it's for their first child or fifth child. Be prepared for the immense love that you will feel for your little one. After all, this is what being a parent is all about![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3" el_class="rightside"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3881" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/child_care.png" alt="child_care" width="144" height="185" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>Child Care</strong>

If you and your spouse intend to resume the same work commitments after birth, plan well in advance how Baby will be looked after following Mummy's confinement period. A nursery or daycare centre located near your home will be the easiest for dropping-off or picking-up around your work schedule.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][:zh][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]在准备做爸爸和妈妈的时候，您肯定已经读过很多与育儿有关的书籍；您或许也已经准备好了育儿室并购买了您的孩子会需要的所有辅助用品。
毫无疑问，这些都是您在迎接小宝宝出世前需要完成的重要准备工作。
然而，这只是您新的人生旅程的开始。
我们在这里为您列出了若干需要注意的细节，以便能帮助您更加充分地为迎接宝宝的诞生做好准备。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3129" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/family.jpg" alt="family" width="404" height="297" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<strong>让孩子做好准备</strong>

让孩子做好准备如果这不是您的第一胎，那么一定要让您的孩子为新宝宝的到来做好准备。您要让他们相信，无论发生什么事情您都会一如既往的爱他们，并让他们对即将成为哥哥或姐姐而感到兴奋。

另外，您还可以让他们参与做一些有趣的决定，如选择婴儿服装和帮忙搬搬家具，布置育儿室。
在预产期到来之前，您还要与他们谈一谈，为他们讲解随着预产期的来临他们可能会遇到的场景。
如果您的孩子还很小，那么您从第一次阵痛到去医院分娩的过程可能会让孩子觉得混乱及烦恼。

所以，除了准备好您的医院待产包外，您还要照顾好您的孩子们，为他们准备单独的“应急包”，并在其中放入可供其阅读的书籍或他们最喜欢的毛绒玩具。
对于年龄较大的孩子，您需要多花一些时间与他们沟通，让他们学会如何呵护家庭的新成员。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="rightside"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3141" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/pet1.jpg" alt="pet" width="404" height="270" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>做好宠物方面的准备</strong>

<strong>1.</strong> 您的宠物作为家中的“宝贝”，可能会对新生宝宝的“入侵”而感到愤怒。
您需要考虑宠物的习性并采取必要的措施，如带它参加服从训练班。

<strong>2.</strong> 如果您饲养的是室外的大型宠物，那么在您的宝宝学会外出之后，居住在花园的大型宠物会带来一些挑战。
您可以在一开始就正式的让您的宠物认识宝宝，然后您的宠物就会自然地把宝宝视作家庭的新成员，并承担保护责任。

<strong>3.</strong> 如果您饲养的是室内的小型宠物，那么您或许要考虑在宝宝几个月大并习惯了突然发出的响声（如吠叫声）之前限制宠物的活动范围。
有些宝宝会对动物的皮毛过敏，如果出现这种情况，要向医生求助，让医生诊断过敏程度和治疗措施。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<strong>做好经济方面的准备</strong>

做好经济方面的准备宝宝的诞生会在多个方面影响您的生活，所以您必须对财务状况的变化有思想准备。
例如，许多爸爸妈妈需要承担更多的花销，如尿布、婴儿配方奶粉和日托费用。

如果爸爸或妈妈在家兼职或全职照顾宝宝，那么整个家庭的收入将会减少。
所以，您需要提前几个月就开始储蓄并做好预算，以便保持财务平衡。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3143" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/home-saving.jpg" alt="home-saving" width="404" height="270" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<strong>购买人寿保险 </strong>

购买人寿保险没有人愿意用到这种保险，但您仍需要将它准备好，以便万一发生任何不测时，也可以照顾好您的孩子。
推荐您考虑购买人寿保险，以固定的保费获取人生的保障。
此外，您还需要考虑通货膨胀和货币波动 –
您的保额在几十年后可能会贬值，所以您可以咨询保险公司以便选择合乎预算的最佳保险。

<strong>准备一份遗嘱</strong>

如果您尚未写好遗嘱，可以在专业律师的帮助下起草一份。
遗嘱具备其他事物所不具备的法律效力，您可以在遗嘱中写明如果您遭遇不测，您想要让谁来照顾您的宝宝。
如果这不是您的第一个孩子，遗嘱中要注明您希望如何将您的遗物分配给您的孩子们和家人。

<strong>为宝宝的未来而投资 </strong>

务必要尽早开始宝宝的教育储蓄。
如果您现在就开始储蓄宝宝的大学基金，那您每个月需要储蓄的金额就会比等到宝宝长大后再开始储蓄少得多。
另外，您还可以寻求财务顾问的帮助；财务顾问能够从专业的角度审视您的财务状况和消费习惯，并协助您为宝宝的未来构建一个长期投资计划。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3877" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/set_a_schedule.png" alt="set_a_schedule" width="118" height="152" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/3"][vc_column_text]<strong>制定计划</strong>

您在为迎接宝宝的诞生做好准备的同时，也需要提前计划好宝宝的日常护理。
您可以思考一下该如何针对宝宝的哺育、更换尿布、洗澡和睡觉等事项做出安排，同时考虑针对每一项所做出的抉择会对家庭和睦和您与配偶的关系产生何种影响。
另外，您还可以与其他家长交流，了解他们在养育孩子时如何调整他们的生活方式。
不论如何，照看宝宝是您和您的配偶共同的责任，而不应单独落在爸爸或妈妈一个人身上。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3876" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/need_help.png" alt="need_help" width="106" height="136" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/3"][vc_column_text]<strong>寻求帮助</strong>

记得千万不要逞强。
宝宝诞生后的最初几周会让您感觉非常忙乱，而且不要认为单靠夫妻两个人或者是您自己就可以处理得了所有事情。
其实，您的家人和朋友都会愿意伸出援手。
让他们来帮助您吧，哪怕只是去杂货店购物或帮您支付账单，他们都会没问题。
这样您就有更多的空闲时间，能在最初几周的忙乱中得到足够的休息。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3879" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/go_shopping.png" alt="go_shopping" width="141" height="149" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]<strong>购物 </strong>

考虑到妈妈需要尽可能多的休息，所以这项工作可由爸爸负责。
爸爸们可以多储备一些日常用品，如牙膏、肥皂、洗发水。
同时不要忘记清洁用品以及婴儿洗涤剂，因为您会有很多衣物要洗。
另外，您也会发现宝宝一天会需要用到多个奶瓶。

所以您需要确保奶瓶保持清洁并且随时可以使用。Tollyjoy为您提供的婴儿辅助用品与蔬菜洗洁精将能够有效去除宝宝奶瓶和哺育奶嘴中的奶脂和残留物。该产品采用新型抗菌配方，能够消灭家中常见的细菌，为宝宝提供最大限度的卫生和清洁。

此外，推荐您选用Tollyjoy婴儿洗衣液，该洗衣液采用独特配方，是您洗涤宝宝衣物的最佳选择。
其温和的纯植物成分能够有效去除衣服中的杂质，同时还具有良好的杀菌和防护功能，即使在室内阴干的情况下，也能确保使宝宝的衣物保持干净清新。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="5/12" el_class="rightside"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3880" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/get_the_essentials.png" alt="get_the_essentials" width="300" height="147" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="7/12" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>购买必备物品</strong>

千万不要拖拖拉拉！
务必要在您的预产期到来之前准备好婴儿护理和妈妈护理必备用品。
您需要准备的物品有衣服、尿布、哺育用品、毛毯、育儿家具、梳洗用品和一般的日常辅助用品。

所有这些照护宝宝而言都非常重要。可是，您会惊讶的发现到，大多数人会忘记购买这些小东西！
您可以在这里了解到更多关于“宝宝需要什么”的相关信息并制定自己的清单。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3882" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/be_prepared_anything.png" alt="be_prepared_anything" width="129" height="150" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]<strong>做好一切准备 </strong>

准备好迎接一切未知状况吧！
您会时常不知道自己该做什么并因此感到不知所措，关于这一点您要做好心理准备。
不过您可以放心的是，所有父母，不论迎接的是第一胎还是第五胎，都会表现得这样。
所以，您只需要准备好给宝宝浓浓的爱就可以了。
毕竟，这才是为人父母的真谛！[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3" el_class="rightside"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3881" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/child_care.png" alt="child_care" width="144" height="185" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>宝宝的照看</strong>

如果您和您的配偶打算在宝宝诞生后同时返回工作岗位，那么就要提前计划好在妈妈做完月子后该如何安排宝宝的照看工作。
您可以将宝宝送到离家较近的育儿或日托中心，这是不影响您的工作日程并且能让您按时接送宝宝的最佳解决方案。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][:]