[:en][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bringing baby home from the hospital for the first time opens a great new chapter in both yours and hubby's lives. You can wake up each day to cuddle your little one, play with him or her as you tend to baby's needs and enjoy the closeness during feeding times. Nonetheless, you will also soon discover that baby adheres to an entirely different clock altogether, which may leave you feeling tired, sleep-deprived and drained. So here are a few handy tips that will not only keep your sanity intact when things start to get tough, but will also save you the time and energy you need, especially if you are a working mummy, too.

<!--more-->[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="rightside"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3526" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/master-of-time-1.png" alt="master-of-time-1" width="392" height="238" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>Food matters</strong>

No matter what, the family has to eat. You can save essential time and energy with simple steps when preparing meals. Instead of waiting until baby wakes up, express milk using a breast pump beforehand (or mix more formula at once) and store it in the refrigerator or bottle warmer, ready for his or her next feed. When cooking for the rest of the family, try cooking a little more and freeze those extra portions for another day. Try stewing or steaming your dishes as these methods of preparation are real time-savers, and most certainly healthier. On the other hand, if you feel particularly drained that day, reserve your energy for other chores and have someone else help you with the meals.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3529" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/master-of-time-2.png" alt="master-of-time-2" width="433" height="276" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<strong>Ready stock</strong>

A little planning ahead goes a long way. Try setting up changing stations at various parts of the house and ensure that everything you need is within reach - wet wipes, talcum powder, fresh diapers and so on. That way, wherever you are in the house, you can easily change baby whenever needed without constantly running up and down the stairs to the bedroom. Besides that, always keep baby's travelling bag complete with all the essential items ready for baby's next day out. This is so you do not scramble to pack everything at the last minute, or worse, realise that you forgot something halfway and have to turn back to get it.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="rightside"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3528" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/master-of-time-3.png" alt="master-of-time-3" width="392" height="238" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>Housekeeping</strong>

Instead of trying to do everything at once, perform the household chores bit by bit. Put the laundry in the wash before you go to bed, and hang them up to dry the next day after tending to baby. Immediately rinse used bottles and cutleries instead of leaving them to the end of the day to avoid them piling up. You can also give the bathroom a quick clean while you are in the shower before you head off to work. Most importantly, do what you can and do not stress yourself further by wanting the house to be perfect all the time.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3527" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/master-of-time-4.png" alt="master-of-time-4" width="392" height="258" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<strong>Do it together</strong>

One of the best ways to save time and energy is by working together with hubby as a team. If you are tending to baby, hubby could load the dishes into the dishwasher. When daddy is playing with baby, you can take the time to stock up, fold the clothes, catch up with your friends, or do whatever it is that requires your attention. Besides that, you can also place a 'to-do' list on the notice board, so that hubby will know exactly what he can help you with, without even asking. Two is certainly better than one, and by working together, you both may even have the energy to have some quality couple time at the end of the day![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][:zh][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]当您第一次将宝宝从医院带回家时，您和丈夫的生活便从此翻开了全新的篇章。每天醒来，您都能抱抱您的小宝宝，陪着他/她一起玩耍、照顾宝宝的健康并在喂养时享受彼此之间的亲子关系。然而，您很快会发现，宝宝似乎遵循着一套完全不同的作息时间，而您也会因此感到疲惫、睡眠不足而且精疲力尽。因此，本文介绍了一些实用小贴士，不仅可让妈妈们在忙碌的宝宝照料过程中保持头脑清醒，还可帮助节省时间和精力，尤其为在职妈妈们提供帮助。

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[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>饮食事宜</strong>

无论如何，家人总是要吃饭的。不过，您在准备餐食时，可以通过一些简单的步骤来节省时间和精力，像是在宝宝醒来之前，就先用吸奶器挤出母乳（或一次性调配较多的配方奶）并将其储存在冰箱或温奶器内，以备宝宝下次进餐时使用。在为其他家人烹调餐食时，您也可尝试多煮一点，然后将多余的部分冷藏供第二天食用。多尝试炖煮或清蒸菜肴，因为这些烹饪方法真的很节省时间而且更健康。另一方面，如果哪天您觉得特别疲累，您也可以让其他人帮您准备餐食让您保存精力去应对其他琐事。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3529" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/master-of-time-2.png" alt="master-of-time-2" width="433" height="276" />

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<strong>备用品</strong>

提前规划，长期受益。尝试在屋内的个别角落设置更换尿布的“工作站”，确保您所需的一切用品，如湿纸巾、爽身粉和干净的尿布等，都随时触手可及。这样一来，无论您在家中何处，都可以轻松地为宝宝更换尿布，而无需不断地奔向卧室。除此之外，您还应始终在婴儿外出时所需的包包中准备好所有宝宝出行所需的必备物品。这样您就能避免面临在最后一分钟才慌忙收拾一切，或是在半路上才想起有些物品忘带了，而不得不返回家中取出的状况了。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="rightside"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3528" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/master-of-time-3.png" alt="master-of-time-3" width="392" height="238" />

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2" el_class="leftside"][vc_column_text]<strong>家务</strong>

与其一次过做完所有事情，不妨一步一步完成家务。在上床睡觉之前把衣服放进洗衣机里，然后在第二天照料过宝宝之后再将洗好的衣服挂起来晾晒。立即冲洗用过的奶瓶和餐具，而不要将这些工作留到一天结束时再处理，以避免事情堆积起来。您也可以在出门上班之前淋浴时，迅速清洁浴室。最重要的是，一切尽力而为就好，不要强迫自己将家里变得完美无瑕。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3527" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/master-of-time-4.png" alt="master-of-time-4" width="392" height="258" />

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]<strong>共同分担</strong>

节省时间和精力的最佳方法之一，就是与您的丈夫携手合作，共同分担家务。如果您正在照顾宝宝，那您的丈夫可以将餐具放入洗碗机清洗。而当您的丈夫在和宝宝玩耍时，您也可以趁这个时间去购物、叠衣服、与朋友聊天或是完成任何所需事务。除此之外，您还可在告示板上放置一个“待办事项”的清单，让您的丈夫无需询问就能知道他可以帮助您做哪些事情。两个人分担肯定比一个人独自承担要好，而且通过合作，你们甚至有可能在一天结束时还有精力享受一段高质量的二人世界时间。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][:]