My First Week with a Newborn: Postpartum Care + Our New Morning Routine (Life has changed…)

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In today’s video, I share our first week with a newborn. Being a new mom of two and how Matt and I are dividing and conquering being parents of two. From breastfeeding, night time and morning routines, eating schedules, and everything in between.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - intro
0:23 - checkin from the hospital
4:09 - at home with Oakley
7:20 - breakfast
9:50 - keeping a three year old busy
12:38 - night time station
14:49 - night time routine
16:32 - morning routine
20:12 - Postpartum care cart
27:38 - outro
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[@mesmereyeslashcompany611]

I just miscarried this past week and had to do a D&C after trying with fertility meds. I cannot wait to have my Rainbow baby. We are praying and praying it happens soon ❤ beautiful video

[@goncagokcetopcu3298]

I had back to back miscarriages and now pregnant again 15 weeks. I am praying for you and sending good vibes for your rainbow baby 😍

[@cutesue31]

I pray to God for you to have your baby soon ❤stay strong❤

[@ellegraham3]

Prayers to a beautiful future

[@grodjigoli9509]

Lovely.❤❤❤❤❤

[@micboo1978]

I had a miscarriage last year with a few chemical pregnancies after and now am pregnant with our rainbow baby… 14 weeks! Don’t give up!

[@vtheb1299]

his face hypnotized by those cards was priceless!!!

[@sheimi91]

The 'brrrrap' after you've just finished bundling up the baby is very accurate, as if they KNEW 😂

[@gabrielacortez4893]

Gosh! You look sooo good! You do not even look sleep deprived. No bags, puffiness or dark circles under the eyes.

[@emilydownton417]

These videos could not be better timing! I’m 38 weeks and getting induced on Sunday. I’m so excited and it’s so sweet to see what our life will look like in such a short amount of time. Congratulations to your family and thank you for your content. It has really helped reassure me in this journey as a first time mom!

[@RocknRollMadam]

You will do great! Wish you all the best 😘

[@katstella8930]

All the best for Sunday Emily :) I hope you and Bub have a smooth delivery.

[@megibg890]

Wishing You All the Best Hone!!

[@CarolineVictoriaxo]

Good luck mama you'll be great! I'm 38+3 and just waiting for baby to make his arrival haha x

[@zinn2214]

Good luck momma! I’m 39 and 5 and due December 9th. We have so much to look forward to!

[@JasminW007]

Our first week almost over now ❤ So many changes, exhausting hours & also being in hospital, birth etc was not the easiest but cuddling with your baby, spending time together & adapting to grow together as a family is so worth it ❤

[@callisonroberts5388]

Biggest boy tip - keep 2-3 cheap wash cloths around. As soon as diaper comes off cover him. Great to prevent pee fountains and great if they decide to go poo mid change and it’s a mess.

[@staceyrogers6125]

I'm due with my third baby this month! I'm so excited, especially after watching this! Oakley is so cute! I loved how he was looking at the black and white pictures. Adorable!

[@julias.8051]

I'm pregnant with my first and SO overwhelmed with all the things we need to know, have and do for baby! Thank you for these kinds of videos that kind of lay it out there. You seem so organized and prepared!! I hope I get there too before March 👶🏼💛

[@HealthNutNutrition]

You just need a bed, diapers, milk and lots of cuddles 🥰 don’t stress you got this mama! You’re going to do great

[@julias.8051]

@@HealthNutNutrition 😭❤️ thank you

[@TypingGirl]

I’m feeling this way too! First time mom and 33 weeks. So overwhelmed with all the products and options.

[@zx1906]

Same here girl. But keep in mind, a lot of these influencers still go way overboard with all the stuff (especially because they mostly get it for free). You don’t need an outrageous postpartum cart like her, for example. Or the ridiculously expensive Snoo bassinet that every influencer has and says is sooooo necessary. 🙄

[@dbrdsn7778]

I had my son 17 years ago. I was shocked then by what I didn't know about post-partum care and I'm so happy to see what you are showing now -- I wish I'd been so prepared. And I hope new parents are taking this to heart, because the recovery can be really hard.

[@emilyr6316]

Thank you for this video!! ❤❤ postpartum is so hard so the fact that your documenting it all for us and being so real and honest is amazing

[@Dugg124]

Can't wait for the birth story and vlog! Looks like you two are handling the transition to two kids so well! Love all the baby and postpartum content!

[@megancox9549]

I love how honest you are with this! Plus the partnership with Matt is a great example! 😊

[@bunnyqueen1998]

It’s so crazy that I came across your video I delivered there as well. I loved Southlake and I loved the staff, especially the nurses that took care of me.

[@nicolemundy5614]

This is so helpful as a pregnant mama with a toddler. Also having someone who also lives in Canada to give advice on products is so helpful. Thank you for sharing

[@SanchitaKhanna9]

Hey mama.. m due in early June and u have no idea how much ur helping me prepare for this big change in our lives. More love to you girl

[@annaputzke8752]

I loved these vlogs with the realities of having two babies and all so good

[@susanfreeman6350]

I cannot get over how much Oakley reminds me of Sage! Loved getting a glimpse into your newly expanded family. Can’t wait to see your birth video, if and when you decide to post it. It really looks like everything’s moving along smoothly.

[@wshinew]

Thank you so much for making this video to help me prep for my post-partum. I am 38 weeks. I really appreciate how you and Matt devide and concur. Thank you.

[@jennahunter2968]

you’re the best mama! love watching your videos while i’m pregnant. so excited to have my first. Also in canada so i’m relived to hear you had an awesome experience at the hospital here. binge watching !!

[@brnnmbr]

Great to see such a positive, happy, and energetic mama of a newborn! I am 30 weeks pregnant with my first. I have started to worry about how tiring and challenging it will be, but we all have a choice about the attitude we have when we are going through the struggle. I hope that when my postpartum/newborn time comes that I will be able to carry myself as brightly and lightly as you are in this video. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@cjgamer830]

I am So Happy That Oakley Is Here!

[@FreeBird1707]

I honestly was not a fan of the Frida foam but then I put it in the fridge, totally game changer! I used it everytime I went to the bathroom, so much better than sitting on an ice pack in my opinion. Oakley is adorable, and Sage is so sweet with him. Sending well wishes to all❤ glad to hear mom and baby are healthy! Congratulations!!

[@JP12337]

Watching this with my 7-week-old strapped onto me and this is dooo relatable. I also have a toddler so going through the 1-2 transition with you. Congrats 🥰

[@bridgettejohnson9085]

I can relate to this :). My oldest was 2 months shy of turning 2 years old when I was pregnant with our second child. Fast forward to now lol, our oldest is 3 1/2 years old and our youngest just turned 1! It was a wild journey for us but one we will never forget & seeing them play together made it worthwhile :). You both got this and take it one day at a time! Also, you will be amazed how quickly the youngest child learns from watching their sibling :)!

[@maseeharassack7525]

Thanx so much for sharing. U stretching ur back after changing 'Oakey' brings back all the memories. It's giving me all the feels good and bad. Really appreciate how much you share. Love u guys❤

[@comfortandcreativity]

You made post partum look so sweet. I am due with my second baby while my first is turning 2 years old. I am nervous but this video is making me excited (while i know it is also very hard) but the newborn snuggles are so sweet. You are doing such a good job!!

[@belindagordon8042]

Your so lucky having your husband doing so much i had 2 and did it all by myself

[@SamanthaMahenthiran]

Loved your First Week with the Newborn & Postpartum Morning Routine video Nikole.

[@blissful_nutrition2017]

I'm manifesting my baby boy for the future. ☺️ This is such a great video. What a beautiful little family, congrats on your handsome Oakley! 👶

[@devin8361]

Thanks for sharing! I too am a mama of a toddler who is observing everything I do…including the amount of time spent scrolling on my phone. I recently started wearing a regular watch for the first time in my life and leave my phone in the kitchen with the ringer on (landline vibes haha). It’s helped reduce my screen time tremendously! My excuse was always that my phone was my clock, so having a no screen option changed everything.

[@vanesssxoxo]

Ohhh congratulations Nicole ❤ so many memories from your vlogs with Sage! Love it

[@kellyroth7268]

I’m 10 weeks with my second baby, and watching this was just so cute, I’m so excited to have a newborn again and watch my oldest interact with them.

[@adinak88]

your doing great! every recovery and birth is so different and you need to let your body heal. I had my third this past feb and i know i need to take a break but watching this video still gives me the baby blues! its crazy how hormones play a huge part in your brain. Oakley looks like a heaven little peanut! enjoy him and soak up every little bit. the first stages dont last too long!

[@chewy000079]

OMG Sage holding Oakley is THE SWEETEST thing ever!

[@patjones5723]

Yesssssss ❤🎉😊

[@shannellemcmillan8465]

Congratulations Nikole 💕💕

[@ayakotami3318]

I've never been pregnant before but I've been using the Frida Mom because I'm prone to certain issues down there and for a certain time of the month. They are awesome for even things like that. Though my favorite is the Wipes from Frida Mom. Feels so good when I'm going through issues. 😊

[@evrimgulkumec9618]

Thank you for sharing ❤️ 37 weeks and love watching theese 🤍

[@LifewithLidz]

LOVE this vlog as a first time mom-to-be. Thank you❤️

[@ivyrose3240]

This is such a wonderful postpartum & newborn video! So informative and inspiring!

[@letsmakeamesstoday]

Congrats on the new baby! ❤❤

[@HelloMoto_]

I’m 29 weeks with my first and I loved your post partum cart idea! I hadn’t thought of that, so I’m adding it to my Amazon mommy things to buy haha. You look great and baby is precious!

[@beccacominthru]

Such a devoted mom! ❤

[@marisolmartinez674]

Your videos are always so helpful ❤

[@rozeflyrbridge7335]

I'm expecting my first baby at 35 and can't tell you how useful it is to see your routine and what you have to hand for the night shifts!

[@francrouch1354]

I think your videos are just great, so much information! Thanks so much!

[@ljaycee]

Awesome video! Thank you for the post partum tips! The cart for pp is such a great idea❤️

[@erinelizabeth4846]

I've been trying to get pregnant for like 6 months and your videos have brought me a little peace. I'm like living vicariously through you 😂

[@victoriamichellewalker]

I would love a review on the pump! I read so many mixed reviews on the Elvie but would love a wearable.

[@karaokay5444]

5:30 had me cracking up! So adorable. I’m 10 weeks pregnant with my first right now and just love watching these newborn videos. I can’t wait! ❤😊

[@kellyroth7268]

I’m 10 weeks with my second. ❤

[@dianareyes5395]

Oakley looks so much like his Mama !! So cute ❤️ saving this video for when I get pregnant with my 2nd baby

[@stephjose9401]

Trying to navigate being 8 days PP and having a 3.5 year old at home. Rest, house upkeep, feeding the toddler and baby. Wow its a lot...

[@AEllatarot]

I love your channel ! your videos been very helpful and positive i get excited when you post ! thank you for doing this

[@lukaselijahephraimlarkins1467]

I know its been over a month but wow its wild how fast oakley has grown. Also just made a veggie chili and I wish I could share it with you. Its super good! Sage is so cute but also a mood! When my bestie and I broughed little benny and her home from the hospital I lost it after leaving her place and cried in the car. I did not want to leave them even if its 30 minutes away. Benny is 5 and a wild child! seeing kids grow up is sad but beautiful in many ways.

[@malihakarim1696]

Good products you showed for postpartum, very important.

[@cheezin]

This was awesome to watch! I’ve been following u throughout the years but kinda fell off tbh. Now I just had my first baby and now ur on ur 2nd! It’s cool to see someone else going through what ur going through & I wish u a speedy healthy recovery for ur postpartum as well!

[@gabrielletremblay8490]

I would be interested in a video about the psychological aspect of postpartum. How you feel and how you cope, baby blues and all. I feel there’s not enough information about that out there and it is an important aspect of recovery/ adjusting to parenthood. Thank you for you videos.

[@malishvartsman5013]

You are amazing! thank you for sharing !!!!

[@AmandaKline-ul9gw]

I’m due with my third lil one nov 16 and I love watching videos like this

[@kkristiinaa]

Congratulations! 🎉 you are both doing amazing. I will have a similar age difference soon with my babies. I do recommend switching out the carrier tho, it does not let the baby have a correct C+M position as it is too tough on their backs and in my country it’s common knowledge that the babybjörn carrier is a no go. Tula FTG or Ergobaby or Artipoppe are recommended 👏🏼

[@christinsala-pb8ww]

Congratulations he’s adorable! I love that you show what it looks like after you have a baby, usually your belly looks pregnant still! I have 4 and I love newborns ♥️

[@deblawrence8341]

You are such a pretty mommy! ❤

[@justinamolloy1943]

Congrats on your baby boy! I just had a baby boy in early October and the wet clothes and everything in unreal (I heard it’s a boy thing, he’s my first). I used a postpartum pad horizontally across the inside front of his diaper and it worked magic the past two nights! Thanks for your videos, I learned so much from you ☺️

[@kateclark7710]

Congratulations on having the baby boy he looks like you 😊

[@CynsEpic]

all of your sweaters are to die for 😍

[@Youareheretoo]

1st time here, Wow your energy is amazing. I don’t even how to describe it but you come across with such good energy✨

[@sherinarodrigo4786]

Hi How did you make your strawberry smoothie? What are the ingredients you used for it? And also how to reduce postpartum belly? What can you use on it?

[@keenahockey9682]

He looks like sage ❤ Hes adorable well done you ❤ K from UK xxx ❤

[@abigail9572]

That is the most beautiful video ever!!!! ❤

[@michellek2130]

Rating pumps - pros and cons to look out for 🙂

[@IM-vq2xs]

Good job Matt! ❤❤❤ it's very important with your significant other helps out makes it easier m ❤❤❤

[@HealthNutNutrition]

He’s honestly the best

[@xfyKidsclothGarmentFactory]

Very touching video! I thought of my nephew being born four years ago!

[@amandalinfield7676]

You are blessed to work so well together as a couple. It's much harder when dad doesn't help automatically, doesn't consider himself part of the breastfeeding team. He also really supports giving you enough time for self care. Does he stay home with you guys? My husband works early in the morning 6 days a week. It's awful with a newborn.

[@sol5092]

9:03 Lol "time for daddy to carry the baby, I was doing it for 9 months" 😆 God bless your family mama!

[@martapineda6234]

Those creams love the brands you recommended i wish i knew before

[@haleymoon657]

We are having our baby boy next week. We have an 11 year old and 6 year old daughters and I’m so excited to switch it up with a boy but also terrified 😅 the newborn stage is so amazing and so exhausting at the same time it’s amazing as mothers how we can get through it

[@cherishc1326]

Thanks So much for all the pointers Pretty Mama! You Are Appreciated! (Husband too) 😊

[@birthing4blokes46]

Thank you what a lovely video. Enjoyed it a lot.

[@megblack5677]

Can't wait to see your birth experience video!! 😊

[@eashanpeiris6220]

You're so lucky because you have matt. He's good husband.beautyfull happy family. Love you

[@Yololove247]

Congratulations on another beautiful baby! Welcome to the world Oakley.

[@Nightmareplayzthingz]

Congratulations! Where did you get your cozy grey sweatshirt? Love it!

[@nikitaparanjape5424]

Very helpful for an expectant first time mom to be- like me.. Thank you!

[@marinagromov5075]

I pumped with the same one all milk what I had left after nursing just to feel better and have extra milk for later. And I was just fine, my body didn’t take it as I have twins 😌 it slowly regulated by itself, even though I was pumping after every session of nursing. Up to you of course! ☺️ I find that sometimes it is so much easier to listen to your body than to other people.

[@user-kt6ds9sy4q]

Congrats !! He looks like his sister

[@juliemiller4288]

The vegetable onesie. I can't even...too cute ❤❤❤❤

[@HealthNutNutrition]

It was one of the only things I bought clothing wise for Oakley since I didn’t know the gender I didn’t want to prebuy a lot. I saw it on sale and was like I need this haha

[@juliemiller4288]

@HealthNutNutrition it's just to precious!! I live in NB now. But grew up in Ottawa. I noticed a Farm Boy label. My first job at 16!! Lol ❤️

[@rikim1693]

Arnica tablets.Arinica for rib pain.

[@summer-dy5xw]

love your channel❤

[@tonyaukakogu6262]

Congrats to you and Matt. What made you think of the babies name? It’s cute and just was wondering. Stay blessed and take care

[@franciskatatar]

Oh my gosh that play kitchen!! 😮😮😮 Please can you link it??

[@rishikajoshi747]

Awwww so cute! Where is the black set from when leaving the hospital?

[@lizalove91]

I’m due with our first baby on the 27th! Love these types of vlogs

[@teeh7614]

Congratulations 🎈

[@dylansharp3961]

He is really cute!

[@etak332]

Couldnt relate to this more! Especially the clip at 1:30am when you change and swaddle him and then he poopa again 😂🤦🏼‍♀️ Currently watching this with my 4 week old next to me ❤ you're doing great mama! Thanks for taking us along so we don't feel so alone in this time!

[@sarahwhite3800]

What kind of smoothie did you make during postpartum?

[@RocknRollMadam]

Thank you so much for sharing! I'm at the end of first trimester in my 2nd pregnancy and am loving to see your newborn content again! Where's your breastfeeding pillow from? It looks very firm mine was so soft the head kept sinking in so it never was hands free and relaxing for me. Yours looks amazing! Greetings from Switzerland ❤

[@RocknRollMadam]

Oopsie you already answered that further along in the video 😂 Thanks!

[@magdalenanowak7387]

❤❤Conratulations❤

[@MakayleHumble]

I love watching your videos! I know it has to be so much work on you to make these. I’m currently 12 weeks pregnant with baby number two. I’m still struggling with morning sickness and the extreme exhaustion but seeing this video just made me so excited for the next few weeks. 🥹🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@IsabellaMendes]

Thank you SO much for these amazing videos!!!!!

[@elyse1685]

Such a beautiful baby and I love his name💙 Sidenote you look so much like Krista Horton.