Pregnancy is hard enough without the nausea, headaches, leg cramps, achy back, and restless nights to battle! Since we can’t wish them away our goal is to survive!
Yes, survive our pregnancy as “comfortable” as possible.
Plus, the more comfortable we are the easier it is to find joy in the amazing miracle of actually growing a human!
After personally having 5 successful pregnancies I want to share some of my favorite tips and tricks for surviving pregnancy as comfortable as possible.
I hope they bring you some comfort too!
I am not a doctor. The information given is purely meant to inform not treat. Please consult your doctor for your personal medical care.
5 must haves for a more COMFORTABLE pregnancy!
1. Ginger drops
Ginger drops are some of my absolute favorite tools for battling pregnancy nausea. Since nausea can strike anywhere, at any time, and the severity level is unknown. Prevention is the best!
That being said ginger drops are a small hard candy you suck on, easy to carry, and have many different flavors you can choose from. My current favorite flavor is Ginger Raspberry!
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2. Tums
My next favorite tool for battling pregnancy nausea is Tums! Tums can easily soothe the stomach by neutralizing the stomach acid. I call it my “quick fix” while I’m waiting for some food, quickly making something to eat, or my stomach is just upset.
Tums are small, easy to carry, and chewable. They come in packages with multiple flavors. I don’t mind the chalky texture too much, but having a good drink of water helps wash it down.
3. Electrolyte Drinks
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate is key to surviving your pregnancy with comfort!
Basically hydration with electrolytes play an essential role with surviving your pregnancy in comfort. Check out all these benefits!
- Contribute to muscle and nerve function
- Heart rhythm
- Cell functionality
- Blood pressure
- Balancing the bodies pH
- Amniotic fluid composition
- Skin health
- And so much more!
With attention to these benefit how can you not hydrate with electrolytes!
Personal Story: One night I woke to a SEVERE lower leg muscle spasm that lasted for 10 minutes and left a notable bruise on my calf! I started hydrating with electrolytes faithfully after that!!!
The best is to start by ordering the sample pack so you can know what flavors agree with your pregnancy. Then try one a day until you find a favorite or two that work best. My favorite two are Piña Colada and Mixed Berry!
Mixing Tip: Pour the powder mixture into fourth a cup of water. Stir together until well combined. Then add remaining water and a big handful of ice.
4. Belly-Band
As your body begins to grow during the pregnancy, your center of gravity shifts. Your back, muscles, ligaments and joints begin to fill the pull of the extra weight.
A belly band helps to distribute the weight to your hips. I loved using the belly band while grocery shopping, working around the house, going on walks, doing yard work, and/or anytime when I was just standing.
5. Nature’s Willow
Without a doubt pregnancy muscle pains are no joke!
Your body is literally stretching and pulling every minute of the day. Not to mention the extra weight pushing pressure on your legs and joints.
“White willow bark is an ancient pain reliever that absorbs quickly to reduce aches and pain while menthol cools the skin.”
Nature’s Willow Bottle
To battle these pregnancy muscle aches and pains I was gifted Nature’s Willow Pain Relief Cream and so grateful for it! (Thanks mom!) Seriously this was one of my favorites for my achy lower back!
Nature’s Willow Pain Relief Cream Tip: Start by using the pain relief cream in SMALL amounts. The menthol cooling affect could seem overwhelming if you use too much at once.
Final Thoughts
On the positive side surviving your nine month pregnancy can feel like an eternity or a blink of an eye, depending on how comfortable you are!
In conclusion together these 5 must haves will empower you to take control of your pregnancy symptoms. The more control you have the easier it will be to focus on the amazing miracle of growing a human.
Related topic: Did you experience a miscarriage before this pregnancy? Check out Ways to Cope and What emotions to expect.
Remember you are amazing momma. I pray that you experience a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby!
One.Day.At.A.Time.
Hello Friend! I’m Chantell…
Wife, Mother of 5 earthly & 6 heavenly babies, and love God. I blog about Motherhood. Read More
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