Things You Shouldn't Say to New Moms

1 You're Not Breastfeeding? You Should Try Again!

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She's read the same facts you have, and has probably even talked to her doctor about it. You may not know the whole story, so just listen and respect her decisions — even if they're different than your own.

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2 Oh, Just Give Him Some Formula — It's Fine!

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Really, we promise you, she can make these decisions for herself!

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3 (S)he's Still Not Sleeping Through the Night?

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Some babies sleep easy from week one; some take years to get it together. The new mom doesn't need to be reminded of her baby's night owl tendencies (but she may appreciate a latte!).

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4 It Must Be Nice to Be Home All Day

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While it's just an eight-pound(ish) difference that separates being home alone from being home with a newborn, she has to be at the baby's call 24/7. It's an amazing time, an exciting time, but can also be an exhausting time. Don't underscore what she's going through because, baby, it's intense!

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5 I'd Be So Nervous Leaving Her With a Stranger

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It's not a stranger — it's a babysitter or day care center that she's interviewed, has spent time with, and is totally confident in.

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6 What Percentile Is the Baby?

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Don't stress her out. If he looks smaller or larger than other babies in the same age bracket, chances are, everything is still A-OK. It takes all types!

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7 So When Are You Going to Start Thinking About Number Two?

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Maybe she already is; maybe it's years off. Either way, she'll let you know if she wants to. Don't stress her out!

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8 But the One Thing You SHOULD Say Is . . .

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"You're doing such a great job. You're a wonderful mom." And easy as that, you'll rank at the top of her new baby visitors list.

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