You have probably heard the word ‘nesting’ during your conversation with your mom friends, especially the pregnant ones. Just like the nesting behavior of birds when they prepare a place with the best conditions to take care of their offspring, it is also the same with what pregnant women feel during the later part of their pregnancy.

What is nesting?

Nesting is the urge, often in the later part of the pregnancy or third trimester, to clean, organize, and prepare the home for the new baby’s arrival. While nesting is an instinctive urge to prepare for birth, apparently not all pregnant women experience it. This overwhelming feeling that moms experience, triggered by boredom and frustration at still being pregnant, and the excitement of a new baby living with them at home, makes a mom want to prepare everything before the baby comes home. Sometimes, nesting calms a mom, knowing she can slowly see the progress of her preparations for the baby’s arrival. Nesting comes in many forms, where one finds themselves wanting to deep-clean every part of the house, paint the walls, or organize the cabinets. It is indeed an overwhelming and exciting experience, but moms should be careful not to lift heavy objects or use cleaning products that may harm them. 

Click here to download the Nesthings checklist (Nesting Essentials)

What Nesthings Do You Need?

1. Mom's Essentials

• Maternity or postpartum pads 
  
• Comfortable pajamas
  
• Nursing bras & breast pads
• Postpartum underwear

2. Baby Wardrobe Essentials

• Onesies or Bodysuits
• Pajamas or sleepwear
• Swaddles 
  
• Socks & Mittens

These wardrobe essentials must be washed weeks before the expected delivery date in preparation for the baby’s arrival. Some moms prefer to buy these pieces in bulk, while others prefer to buy small quantities since babies grow fast and they may not fit them after a month or two. In preparing these clothes, it is important to use laundry products that are safe for babies, especially for their sensitive skin. Using Cycles products will make every mom’s mind at ease, knowing that Cycles is free from harsh chemicals and is suitable for your baby’s delicate skin.

3. Baby Feeding Essentials

• Bottles & Nipples
• Breast pump
• Bottle sterilizer
• Milk storage bags or containers

These feeding essentials must be cleaned thoroughly, especially since they store milk that the baby intakes. It is best to use safe, natural yet effective baby cleansers. Using Cradle products ensures that the product is non-toxic and edible, yet kills 99% of disease-causing germs.

4. Baby Furniture and Car Essentials

• Crib
• Stroller
• Car Seat
• Baby monitor

5. Baby Care & Hygiene Essentials

• Gentle baby wash & shampoo
• Diaper
• Diaper cream
• Mosquito repellent or patches

6. Home Prep Essentials

• Baby laundry supplies
• Nursery organizing bins or carts
• Disinfecting supplies
• Soft, warm lighting

Click here to download the Nesthings checklist (Nesting Essentials)