10.
Rest
A study in the Archives of Women's Health found a correlation between fragmented maternal sleep and depressive symptoms. Due to their nutritional needs, newborns don't sleep through the night, making it difficult for a new mom to get the shut-eye she needs. "Sleep when the baby sleeps" is pretty sound advice. Grab a nap whenever you can.
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