Prenatal Tips for the First Trimester
It’s a good idea to talk with your partner about the practical side of raising your baby. Who will do what to raise your baby? How will you share caring for the baby with your partner?
- Who will care for the baby each day?
- What, if any, religion do you want your child to be raised with?
- Were you or your partner abused during childhood? How did it affect you? How do you think your past abuse will affect your parenting?
- What changes do you think you’ll have to make to give a new child a great start?
- How will your life be different once you’re a parent?
- What kind of discipline will you use with your child?
- How are your finances? Have you started to save money to raise your baby? Have you figured out how much it will cost to raise your baby? See the “Cost of Raising a Child Calculator from USDA"
Learn more about Your Prenatal Baby: First Trimester from Just In Time Parenting. You can also go to our Resource Links for additional information on child care and development.
