Irish Wedding News
08/07/2013
New mums have said they would prefer having someone around the house to help them, so they can spend more time with their newborn, rather than be given lots of presents.
The survey, which was carried out by P&G, found that 51% of new mothers would like someone to help with the chores.
The findings also revealed that women find the first six weeks with their new child to be harder than passing a driving test, buying or moving house, changing jobs, sitting A-levels or arranging a wedding.
Two thirds admitted that the amount of washing they had to do since the birth of their baby had doubled. New fathers were also found to feel the pressure, with 62% saying they hadn't realised how stressful a new born could be, but they have put that aside to step in and help mum.
This was confirmed when 43% of mothers said their partners were their main source of support after giving birth.
Kirstie Allsopp, ambassador for P&G’s the Everyday Effect campaign, said: "This really strikes a chord with me.
"Tidiness is my thing, and while others may want a food parcel delivered to them, for me it was great if anyone unloaded the dishwasher, got the Flash out, or put a load of washing on as it meant I could spend more time cuddled up on the sofa with my new baby.
"They may seem like small things but they really do make a big difference."
Linda Papadopoulos, psychologist and life coach, added: "Having a baby is one of the biggest life changes you can go through, it means an adjustment in the way you think and behave.
"During major life events when life can sometimes seem chaotic it is the little things that centre us, the everyday acts that ensure we feel on top of everything.
"Friends and family should ask what little thing would really help and it's really important for new parents to accept these offers of help. Those little acts will help bring calm amongst what can often feel like a storm."
(JP/CD)
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New Mums Prefer Housework Help Over Gifts
New mums have said they would prefer having someone around the house to help them, so they can spend more time with their newborn, rather than be given lots of presents.
The survey, which was carried out by P&G, found that 51% of new mothers would like someone to help with the chores.
The findings also revealed that women find the first six weeks with their new child to be harder than passing a driving test, buying or moving house, changing jobs, sitting A-levels or arranging a wedding.
Two thirds admitted that the amount of washing they had to do since the birth of their baby had doubled. New fathers were also found to feel the pressure, with 62% saying they hadn't realised how stressful a new born could be, but they have put that aside to step in and help mum.
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This was confirmed when 43% of mothers said their partners were their main source of support after giving birth.
Kirstie Allsopp, ambassador for P&G’s the Everyday Effect campaign, said: "This really strikes a chord with me.
"Tidiness is my thing, and while others may want a food parcel delivered to them, for me it was great if anyone unloaded the dishwasher, got the Flash out, or put a load of washing on as it meant I could spend more time cuddled up on the sofa with my new baby.
"They may seem like small things but they really do make a big difference."
Linda Papadopoulos, psychologist and life coach, added: "Having a baby is one of the biggest life changes you can go through, it means an adjustment in the way you think and behave.
"During major life events when life can sometimes seem chaotic it is the little things that centre us, the everyday acts that ensure we feel on top of everything.
"Friends and family should ask what little thing would really help and it's really important for new parents to accept these offers of help. Those little acts will help bring calm amongst what can often feel like a storm."
(JP/CD)
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