First visits from family can be overwhelming. It's OK to schedule people to come over when works for you. Boundaries are important.

Try not worry about all the little things to buy, as you will buy stuff after baby is born. You will know what you need after a couple of weeks. Don't sweat the small stuff. The main things are somewhere they can sleep, feeding stuff, clothes, transport, thats all you'll really need at the beginning.

Know that it's okay to do things differently, and you can ignore advice.

There is no rush to get back into exercise, do it at your own pace. I want every mum to know that you are a superwoman. You created a miracle and your body is remarkable. Let's all treat ourselves with more love, patience, and compassion.

If someone offers help so you can sleep, take it.

Precooked meals are so helpful, and don't stress if the household stuff is not done

Don’t try and rush your littles ones through any age or stage; they will get there at they own pace, you’ll look back and wish you hadn’t.

No matter what's going on—even through the tough days and the sleepless nights—just know that you are the best Mama in the world to your baby. When things get tough, you were made for this and you are doing incredible.

Find your community of Mama's- facebook groups or local meet ups. Its so important to be amongst others going through the same and similar!

Post natural depression groups- something that isn't spoken about enough. Please don't suffer in silence, you are not alone. There is a great group in Maidenhead that's been running for about 30 years. Their instagram is @maidenheadpostnatal