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1) natural birth of course. faster recovery
2) a lot of debate about this. I was kiasu so I did it. Doesn't cost too much anway.
3) No - at 6 months they're still not very social. IMO IFC is a last resort if nobody can help you take care.
4) No. We have a 9mo but no car. Invested in this stroller that converts into a car seat (https://simpleparenting.co/car-seat/). We grab/uber everywhere and it only takes a minute to install this in the car. Have also brought this with us on holidays. Beyond 1yo, you can get a travel system - refer to this article http://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/families-who-take-taxis-turn-to-portable-car-seats
5) baby sling/carrier. yes, the UV steriliser is worth it. should only cost $300+. if you are intending to breastfeed, consider a good breastpump ($200+ on qoo10) and nursing pillow
6) if your parents place are only 5 bus stops away - that's quite ok isn't it? better than the other alternatives. For me, I made the drastic decision of moving house to be near my parents, who volunteered to babysit. I rented out my HDB and now renting a unit near their house. Makes our daily routine a breeze.
1) natural birth of course. faster recovery
2) a lot of debate about this. I was kiasu so I did it. Doesn't cost too much anway.
3) No - at 6 months they're still not very social. IMO IFC is a last resort if nobody can help you take care.
4) No. We have a 9mo but no car. Invested in this stroller that converts into a car seat (https://simpleparenting.co/car-seat/). We grab/uber everywhere and it only takes a minute to install this in the car. Have also brought this with us on holidays. Beyond 1yo, you can get a travel system - refer to this article http://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/families-who-take-taxis-turn-to-portable-car-seats
5) baby sling/carrier. yes, the UV steriliser is worth it. should only cost $300+. if you are intending to breastfeed, consider a good breastpump ($200+ on qoo10) and nursing pillow
6) if your parents place are only 5 bus stops away - that's quite ok isn't it? better than the other alternatives. For me, I made the drastic decision of moving house to be near my parents, who volunteered to babysit. I rented out my HDB and now renting a unit near their house. Makes our daily routine a breeze.