4 Secrets to Comfortably Thrive During Pregnancy
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Pregnancy can be a very uncomfortable experience for a lot of women. But, it doesn’t have to be entirely intolerable if you prepare your mind and body accordingly and know which products are essential must-haves that change your experience from miserable to pleasurable. I can tell you from my personal experience the products, guides and services that made my pregnancy journey a happy, healthy and comfortable one.
They say it takes a village to raise a child, but I believe it takes a village to raise a mother. I’m here to share, from mother to mother, what I’ve learned from my pregnancy journey so you can comfortably and confidently navigate the beginnings of motherhood.
So, in this blog post I am sharing all of my secrets to thrive during pregnancy. You are going to learn about:
Top 10 must-have pregnancy products from amazon
Understanding each trimester
The importance of physical activity for the pregnant mind and body
How pelvic floor therapy can dramatically support delivery and the postpartum body
Trust me, the last secret is absolutely GAME CHANGING.
How I Genuinely Enjoyed Pregnancy
I can remember the day I learned I was pregnant so vividly.
I saw that “+” sign appear on the pregnancy test and the most overwhelming mixture of emotions came over me. It was a combination of feeling the most excitement I’ve ever felt in my life, mixed with relief that pregnancy was possible for me, mixed with fear in that it was entirely new territory for me as a first time pregnancy.
Immediately, I knew I needed to begin preparing for the changes to come.
With this pregnancy being my first, I had a lot to learn. It’s truly an experience you can’t fully understand until you experience it yourself. I did a ton of research and leaned on the wisdom and advice of other moms and experts to feel confident, comfortable, and prepared for what lied ahead in my pregnancy (and eventually birth) journey.
Through countless hours of research I implemented a routine that made my pregnancy journey from start to finish genuinely pleasant and enjoyable for both my mind and body. Don’t get me wrong, there are some undesirable aspects of pregnancy that you can’t entirely avoid, but I can confidently tell you that it’s possible to enjoy pregnancy if you control what you can.
Pregnancy is a challenging experience that takes a toll on women physically and mentally. By educating myself and growing my own motherhood community, I was able to find solutions to feel energized, happy, comfortable and confident during my pregnancy.
Secret #1 Top 10 Must-Have Pregnancy Products From Amazon
Pregnancy is a joyous time, but it also presents a lot of challenges like difficulty sleeping, morning sickness and staying hydrated. Knowing how to neutralize or alleviate these challenges can make the world of a difference in turning a miserable experience into a comfortable one.
One way I was able to create a comfortable environment and routine was through finding the right products to support my pregnancy specific needs.
Here is a list of my top 10 must-have amazon pregnancy products:
This list of products supports your health, sleep, hydration and comfort which can all be difficult to maintain while pregnant.
If you want to create a comfortable environment to truly thrive during pregnancy then use the above links to purchase these pregnancy essentials!
I break down each item and provide a full product review in my blog post 10 Must Have Pregnancy Essentials From Amazon
Secret #2 Understanding Each Trimester
The first trimester of pregnancy is a rollercoaster of emotions. From first learning you’re pregnant to waiting on critical doctor appointments, you are experiencing simultaneous highs and lows. It’s a time where excitement and fear can co-exist and you feel like you’re in the middle of a game of tug of war between the two. So how can you find peace and comfort during this wild time?
In order to set yourself up for a comfortable pregnancy, it’s important to understand what to expect during each trimester so you can proactively be ready to tackle each phase confidently. I go into more depth on what to expect during each trimester in my blog post How to Thrive During Each Trimester.
Check out the blog post linked above to get your hands on my FREE Pregnancy By Trimester Checklist. Trust me, your pregnant brain will thank you!
Secret #3 The Importance of Physical Activity For The Pregnant Mind And Body
One of the secrets I learned to overcome pregnancy aches, pains and mental and physical fatigue is to maintain a regular exercise routine.
It’s so easy to fall into a rhythm of being a lazy couch potato everyday while pregnant. Growing a baby is physically demanding work! However, while rest and relaxation are absolutely necessary during pregnancy, it’s important to also maintain a healthy level of activity throughout the day.
I go into more of the science behind the benefits of physical activity during pregnancy in my upcoming blog post How Exercise Improves The Pregnant Mind and Body
#4 How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Dramatically Support Birth And Postpartum Recovery
My final, and most essential secret to experiencing a comfortable pregnancy is pelvic floor physical therapy.
When I was 12 weeks pregnant, I happened to stumble upon some articles that outlined the benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy and instantly was intrigued. That very same week I discovered one of my female colleagues was going to pelvic floor physical therapy for back pain and she raved about the experience. As if the universe hadn’t already given me enough signs that I should seek out pelvic floor therapy, the next week I came across an instagram post of a local friend advertising she was a pelvic floor physical therapist.
At my next OB/GYN visit I secured a referral and began my pelvic floor strengthening journey.
I go into more on this topic in my blog post How Pelvic Floor Therapy Made My Birth Experience Easy
I can say without a shred of doubt that pelvic floor physical therapy made my pregnancy pain-free and birthing easy. Have you ever heard someone call birth “easy”?? Thanks to pelvic floor strengthening, I also maintained full control over my bladder my entire pregnancy and never had to get up to use the bathroom in the middle of the night (which meant my sleep was never disrupted by needing to pee!!!)
Pelvic floor therapy is an absolute game changer!
Momma, I am so glad you are here!
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