5 Things I’m Doing to Prepare for My New Baby

February 25, 2015

Nine months (10 months really!!) seems like an eternity at the beginning, but towards the end when you still have so much to do to prepare for baby’s arrival time just flies by.

Here are the top 5 things I’ve done to prepare…

1. EDUCATE
From breastfeeding to prepared childbirth and baby care classes, Clark and I have tried to arm ourselves with as much information as possible, let’s just see how much we remember on the big day!

2. CELEBRATE
This is the most important time of my life, so what better reason to celebrate? “EXTRA” and my dear friends showered me with love and gifts at a beautiful baby shower. I’m still unpacking as I type this…Lucky girl!

3. DECORATE
Babies need a lot of stuff and there are so many options out there it can be overwhelming! From cribs to changing tables to paint colours — and let’s not forget the snot suckers (that’s Daddy’s job!). There are so many decisions to make when planning the perfect nursery (I’m still looking for a cool glider so any suggestions please do let me know).

4. HIBERNATE
Right now there’s nothing I love more than me and my bump getting cozy on my bed in my PJs catching up on all my favourite TV shows and movies (and indulging in some yummy chocolate!). Being pregnant is the perfect excuse to do this — who knows when I will have time to lounge around again?

5. WAIT
Now it’s a waiting game. My bag is packed and my Mum is on her way. Of course I’m nervous, but Clark and I can’t wait!

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Terri Seymour is a TV personality and model. Currently, she’s a correspondent for the Emmy award-winning entertainment news show “EXTRA.” She got her start in TV when she landed a job on “Wheel of Fortune” in the United Kingdom. Since then she’s been a host on “The Xtra Factor” and “The Tyra Banks Show,” as well as a correspondent for “American Idol.” She’s also appeared in “Days of Our Lives, as well as the movies 24 Hour Party People, Material Girls, and The Leading Man with Jon Bon Jovi.The UK-born beauty began her career as a model at the age of 12. She traveled the world, walking the runways and appearing in print campaigns for Vivienne Westwood, Donna Karan, Armani, and more. She’s also appeared in Elle, Marie Claire, Vogue, and GQ.In addition to her work on TV, Terri is an advocate for healthy living. She was diagnosed with Systemic Lupus in her early twenties, which led to peritonitis and nearly claimed her life. Today, her Lupus is in remission and she is an ambassador for Lupus LA. She was also honored with the Silver Rose Award in 2013 as a supporter of the Jenesse Center, a shelter dedicated to helping the victims of domestic violence.Terri lives in Los Angeles with her boyfriend, Welsh model Clark Mallon, and is preparing for her new role as Mum! She is pregnant with her first child, a girl, who is due in February 2015.