We hear most women who have been pregnant before say how wonderful their pregnancy was. They say that they miss being pregnant. Well, pregnancy is not all it is cracked up to be. This article describes all of the ailments, woes, conditions, and restrictions associated with pregnancy. Maybe if we introduce this article to the youth of our nation, we would have less unplanned births. So, if you are not squeamish, keep reading and discover how to prepare for the not so great parts of being pregnant.
Try everything you can to keep your stress low. A fetus can feel when you are under stress, and you want to keep your unborn child as comfortable as you can. Use meditation and deep breathing along with any other tricks that you have to keep calm under high pressure.
Be more conservative about your sunscreen use than you were when you were not pregnant. Also, you should never tan while pregnant. You are much more likely to burn while you are pregnant, and getting so hot is not the best thing for either you or the baby. Only use a natural sunscreen, of course.
For first time mothers, babysit for a family member or friend. It never hurts to learn more about how to care of a baby before yours is brought into the world. In addition of learning how to care for a baby, you will know how to properly hold and feed yours.
Pregnancy is both a positive and challenging thing to have happen in your life. The positive part about it is bringing something new into the world. The challenging parts are dealing with not only physical changes, but mental as well. You may experience different moods and things you’re not used to and a doctor will very much be willing to help and a valuable ally in your new adventure.
Inform any doctor before a medical procedure if you are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant. This includes your dentist as well. There are certain drugs that shouldn’t be given and procedures that shouldn’t be done for a women who is pregnant or on her way to pregnancy.
Avoid any chemicals that could harm your baby. Many cleaning products have a strong smell and can be found in your home, your work and anywhere else you go. When you breath in these fumes, they can harm your child. Use products that are only made out of natural ingredients.
Buy new shoes. As your pregnancy progresses, the extra weight will throw off your center of gravity, putting additional pressure on your feet. This can cause both fluid retention and flat feet. Purchase some comfortable shoes that give you good support; they will alleviate some of the previously mentioned concerns.
Watch out for toxins and fumes when you are decorating your new nursery. If you are planning on painting or doing wall paper, keep the windows wide open, and try to stay away from the heavy work. Provide a helping hand, but let others do the heavy labor.
Listen to soft music and take a hot shower before bed time. Sleep can become more difficult the further along that you get. Avoid sleep aids and other pills by putting your body and your mind into a restful state before you even get into bed. A hot shower and soothing music will do this for you.
In summary, women who say that they loved pregnancy and talk about how wonderful it was for them must be one of the lucky few who did not have to deal with the previously reviewed uncomfortable woes associated with pregnancy. Pregnancy is not such a fun time for most women. This article can show women what to expect while pregnant and can also, guide them through it. So, happy baby planning!