Comment préparer l'arrivée de bébé étape par étape ?

How to prepare for baby's arrival, step by step?

Publié le April 15, 2026, mis à jour le April 15, 2026,

Par Audrey Hababou
Experte en développement produit & fondatrice chez Daylily Paris

Fondatrice de Daylily, Audrey Hababou développe des soins dédiés à la grossesse et au post-partum, en alliant efficacité, sensorialité et sécurité. Experte en développement produit, elle conçoit des formules adaptées aux besoins spécifiques des femmes. Elle défend une approche du soin à la fois efficace, sensorielle et clean.

Welcoming a child is an adventure as intense as it is moving. Between the months of pregnancy, administrative procedures, and daily organization, it's not always easy to know where to start to prepare for baby's arrival calmly.

Good news: by taking it step by step, you can transform this period into a gentle and structured time. Here's a complete guide to support you.

The first trimester: laying the foundations calmly
The second trimester: time for nursery setup and the baby registry
The third trimester: the home stretch before the meeting
Breastfeeding or bottle-feeding: anticipating your little one's feeding

The first trimester: laying the foundations calmly

Early pregnancy is often marked by a lot of emotions… and fatigue. It's the ideal time to take care of yourself and lay the first foundations.

Essential steps

From the first weeks:

Declare your pregnancy to Health Insurance
Find out about available aid through the Family Allowance Fund
Start thinking about childcare options (crèche, childminder, etc.)

👉 Anticipating childcare is essential: some facilities are fully booked very early.

At the same time, it's also the moment to inform yourself about your rights: maternity leave, paternity leave, professional organization… This will allow you to approach the future with more serenity.

Taking care of yourself

Your body changes rapidly. Fatigue, nausea, emotions… listen to yourself.

Rest as much as possible
Adopt a balanced diet
Stay adequately hydrated

Some expectant mothers also start noting their feelings or keeping a pregnancy diary. This helps create a first bond with your baby.

👉 It's also a good time to think about how you want to announce your pregnancy.

The second trimester: time for nursery setup and the baby registry

Aménagement de la chambre avec table à langer et lit à barreaux

The second trimester is often more comfortable. Energy returns, and you can start to prepare for the arrival concretely.

Essential equipment

Start equipping yourself gradually:

Crib with multiple mattress heights
Practical and secure changing table
Car seat compliant with standards
Baby carrier for easy transport
Play mat for the first months

Also remember to organize your space functionally: everything should be easily accessible to avoid sudden movements with the baby.

Preparing a baby registry

👉 Tip: prepare a list to:

spread out expenses
avoid duplicates
guide your loved ones

Take the time to compare products, read reviews, and choose equipment suited to your lifestyle.

You can also take advantage of this period to organize your baby shower and share this moment with your loved ones.

The third trimester: the home stretch before the meeting

Préparez une liste de naissance pour l'arrivée de bébé

The last trimester is for the final preparations… and impatience!

Childbirth preparation

Sessions with the midwife are invaluable:

understanding the labor process
learning to manage pain
projecting calmly

👉 This childbirth preparation helps you gain confidence.

The hospital bag and supplies

It's time to finalize:

your maternity hospital bag
the diaper bag
hygiene products

To plan for, in particular:

physiological saline
diapers
newborn clothes

You can also anticipate your stay at the maternity ward: duration, organization, visits… This helps reduce stress on the big day.

Also remember to prepare for your return home: crib assembled, clothes washed, space ready. You'll be glad not to have to deal with this when you get back.

And don't forget yourself! Childbirth can leave small marks from the very first hours. At Daylily, we created the Mama Saver kit to relieve you from the first hours of childbirth and throughout your postpartum period.