In Canada

1. Register with FHA since you’ll be delivering in one of the Surrey/Langley hospitals. They will call to check in and also send you an info package based on your needs

https://bestbeginnings.fraserhealth.ca/default.aspx

https://www.smartmomcanada.ca/

Free sms service that will keep you updated about what you need to know at every stage of your pregnancy

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/pregnancy-confidential/id1084872411

Fun podcast to keep your mood light and positive looking forward to each new week in your pregnancy 🤗

Baby list 

Must haves:

- Vitamin D drops to start from birth 400IU per day

- Breast Pump : I have Madela Freestyle bought from Amazon for approx $400. We claimed $250 from insurance. You will need a prescription from the doc

- Diaper Newborn size : Huggies

- Wet wipes : Huggies

- Baby Detergent : Ivory

- Nappy rashes cream : Sudocream

- Nipple cream : Lansinoh

- Anti-colic milk bottles : Playtex Baby

- Burp clothes : 3-4

- Bibs : 4-5

- Soft Small towels : 7-8

- Hooded Bath towel : 2

- Shampoo cum body wash : Aveeno

- Body lotion/cream : Aveeno

- Massage Oil : Burt Bees

- Talc : Burt Bees

- Vicks

- Nose Frida

- Salinex

- Blanket/s

- Swaddled cloths

- Feeding pillow https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00PC3K4V0/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_api_glt_i_W22BCBD0FSA4K5H5YWQ5?psc=1

- Bottle and nipple sterilizing : Philips Avent Microwave Steam Sterilizer

- Bottle/toy wash/detergent and brush

- Thermometer, Comb/brush grooming kit : https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00VXMXN30/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_api_glt_i_JW76GBVQX37DMP4D7PDT

- Pillow to fill Mustard seeds : Hypo-allergenic Baby Head Shaping Pillowcase on Amazon

- Waterproof changing mats

- Nursing bras : buy a few one size bigger for initial few months

- Stroller cum Car seat 3-in-one : We bought Graco modes  parameter Huron. Keep an eye for discounts on these at babies r us, we got around 40% off on this.

- Diaper genie, with carbon filter and refills

- Bassinet (optional if you want a crib you won’t need a bassinet)

- Changing station : Ikea has an inflatable station with cover

- Crib

- Crib mattress : Dual sided infant to toddler

- Crib Mattress fitted sheets

- Bathing tub

- Countertop Drying Rack

- Clothes : Preemie : None if baby growth is normal till 34-35 weeks 

- NB : 7-8 full sleeve onesies, this can suffices from birth uptil 1.5 moths + 6-7 pajamas + 4-5 pair Mittens and socks + 2 warm jumpsuits

- 3M-6M : 10-15 Full and half sleeve mix onesies + 2 warm jumpsuits + 6-7 pair mittens + socks + 7-8 pajamas + 2-3 short pants

- Pacifier : 3-4

Optional

- Medela Safe & Dry Ultra Thin Disposable Nursing Pads

- Gripe water

- Humidifier

Form 4-6 months 

- Bottle warmer : Philips Avent Fast Bottle Warmer

- Baby food feeder pacifier 

- High chair

- Bowls

- Spoon

- Sipper

- Pouch bibs

For hospital thing to carry:

- Mom and Dad’s 2-3 set of clothes

- Extra underwear

- Sanitary Pad maxi size

- Baby 4-5 onesies, mittens, socks, toque

- Toiletries

- Snacks 

- Slippers

- Car seat

- Car seat cover incase of winters/snow


imumz prenatal exercise

Alaska

 December in Alaska is very beautiful.

Fly to Anchorage, explore the city.

Take the winter train from Anchorage to Fairbanks (book upfront, fills very fast) and don’t stop in denali in between.

In Fairbanks there are multiple northern light hunting tour companies which can also take you to Artic circle.

Try to stay at chena hot spring resort (it’s out of the world)

Near Fairbanks there is a small town north pole which is Santa Claus home.

Healthy foods during pregnancy for brain development

 1. Fatty fish - rich in omega fatty acids. DHA helps brain development.Low mercury options like salmon

2. Leafy greens - packed with folate. Essential for neural tube formation and cognitive growth

3. Eggs - excellent source of choline . Vital for brain cell communication and memory development.

4. Greek yoghurt - high in protein and calcium. Overall growth and neural connections

5.Berries - loaded with antioxidants and vitamins supporting brain cell protection and development.

6. Pumpkin seeds - rich is zinc which is necessary for building the structure of the brain