Welcoming a new baby into the world is an exciting time, but it can also be overwhelming and exhausting for new parents. Saying "no visitors" after birth is a personal choice, and there are many reasons why parents may choose to limit or decline visitors. In fact, it's actually good for moms and the babies! Moreover new parents are choosing to delay visitors. Instead, they are focusing on rest, bonding, breastfeeding and special family time during the first two weeks with baby. Here are some reasons why and how to say "no visitors" after birth:

 

Reasons why:

  • Bonding time: New parents may want to take time to bond with their new baby and establish a routine before welcoming visitors.
  • Rest and recovery: Birth can be physically and emotionally exhausting, and new parents may need time to rest and recover before entertaining visitors.
  • Health and safety: Newborn babies have weaker immune systems and are more vulnerable to illnesses, so limiting visitors can help prevent the spread of germs and protect the baby's health.
  • Breastfeeding: New mothers may need privacy and time to breastfeed, especially if they are still establishing a nursing routine.
  • Emotional well-being: Postpartum depression and anxiety are common among new mothers, and some may prefer to limit visitors in order to focus on their emotional well-being and adjust to their new role as a parent.

 

Here are some ways to politely say "no visitors" after having a baby:

 

  1. "We're so grateful for your love and support, but we would appreciate some time to bond as a family before visitors come over. We'll let you know when we're ready for visitors."
  2. "We're still getting adjusted to our new routine, so we won't be able to have visitors for a little while. We appreciate your understanding and can't wait to introduce you to the baby when we're ready."
  3. "Thank you so much for thinking of us, but we're not accepting visitors at the moment. We want to focus on our family and recover from the birth. We'll be in touch when we're ready for visitors."
  4. "We're enjoying some quiet time as a family right now, but we'll be sure to let you know when we're ready for visitors. Thanks for understanding."
  5. "We're feeling a bit overwhelmed right now, so we're not accepting visitors until further notice. We appreciate your love and support from a distance, and can't wait to introduce you to the baby when we're ready."
  6. "We appreciate your love and excitement, but we won't be able to have visitors for a little while. We're trying to establish a routine with the baby and want to make sure we get enough rest. We'll let you know when we're ready for visitors."
  7. "We're grateful for your interest in our new arrival, but we're not able to have visitors at the moment. We want to cherish this special time with our family and focus on our baby's needs. Thank you for understanding."
  8. "We're taking some time to recover and adjust to our new roles as parents, so we won't be having visitors for a while. We're so grateful for your support and can't wait to introduce you to the baby when the time is right."
  9. "We're not ready for visitors yet, but we'll be sure to let you know when we are. In the meantime, we appreciate your love and support from afar."
  10. "We're excited to share our new arrival with loved ones, but we won't be having visitors right away. We want to prioritize the health and safety of our baby and take the time we need to recover. Thank you for respecting our decision."

Remember, it's important to communicate your needs clearly and kindly. Don't feel guilty for saying no to visitors, as this is a special time for you and your family to bond and adjust. By setting boundaries, you can create a peaceful and supportive environment for your baby's first days and weeks of life.