2. Challenges Facing New Parents Adapting to New Routines Handling Mixed Emotions Adapting to Interrupted Sleep Accepting offers of Assistance Allowing Time for other things Dealing with the happiness of a baby VS. Anxiety of responsibilities Coping with the fear of having a baby VS. Feeling of being overwhelmed Resolving resentment of new role VS. Guilt for having negative feelings.

3. Challenges Facing New Parents Gaining Confidence Strengthening the Parent- Child Bond Realizing that confidence is not inborn, but takes time and patience Obtaining guidance from experienced parents Growing through hands-on experiences. Realizing that Bonding develops Gradually Meeting daily needs of a child with love.

4. Challenges Facing New Parents Managing Multiple Roles Developing a Support System Setting Priorities Using Time Effectively Getting Organized Managing Stress Selecting Trustworthy People Showing Kindness and Diplomacy Expressing Appreciation