6-9 MONTHS
BIG NIGHT IN
Having a baby changes the dynamic of your relationship, but it’s important that even after you’ve become a family of three (or four, or five...) you give your relationship the undivided attention it deserves. Can’t get a babysitter? We’ve put our thinking caps on to come up with date-night ideas so good, you won’t even need to leave the house...
THE OLD-SCHOOL MOVIE
Once baby has bedded down for the evening, it’s time to get marvellously simple: pop in a DVD, warm up some popcorn, snuggle under the duvet and pray that you don’t fall asleep during the opening credits. If committing to a two-hour film seems a bit optimistic, pick an episode from your favourite box set instead.
Exercise for two
Dig out those trainers, locate your yoga pants and prepare to sweat… but don’t forget to bring baby, too
THE PRIVATE DINNER
Bring the magic of a restaurant to your very own dining room, without the need to stray from the baby monitor. Make it extra-special and hire a private chef for the evening (most of whom also take care of the shopping and washing-up – bonus), or settle down in front of the TV with an indoor picnic.
THE DIY SPA DAY
Dim the lights and turn your bedroom or bathroom into a blissful sanctuary with lightly scented candles, soft background music, herbal teas and face packs aplenty. You might even get a massage out of him. If that fails, mobile spa companies, such as Urban, offer couples’ treatments in the comfort of your own home.
THE AFTERNOON DELIGHT
Premium PPSU bottle £20.90, minbie.co.uk
Dr Brown Anti-Colic Blue bottle (pack of two) £16, baby-centrals.co.uk PHOTOGRAPHY: ISTOCK/CECILIE_ARCURS
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CUPS & BOTTLES
As new parents, your sex life naturally takes a notable hit. It can be easy to direct all your love and attention towards your new baby, but taking some time to be close with your partner (physically and emotionally) is vital.
Elhee baby bottle From £29, kidly.co.uk
102 | The Ultimate Baby Book 2021
Easy Start Anti-Colic bottles (set of three) £19.99, mambaby.co.uk
Avent Natural bottle £8, philips.co.uk
