Pregnancy is a time unlike any other in your life.
Luckily there are a few hacks to smooth the process.
I went to the experts to find out the best life hacks for pregnant women.
Cinnamon is a side-effect-free way of reducing symptoms that are so commonly seen in pregnancy."
Take Unisom to help with nausea
First trimester nausea can take a huge toll on your life.
Plus it’s completely safe for pregnant women, unlike some of the other medications out there.
Dr. Eyvazzadeh told me, “You’ve heard of Kim Kardashian marketing diclegis for nausea.
It’s pregnancy category A, which means it’s safe in pregnancy.
Unisom tabs are super small an easier to swallow so they may work better.”
That’s not a problem unless you find yourself trapped in the car.
This light touch helps to stimulate your nerve endings and release endorphins.
Peppermint oil is so effective because its vapors help to dilate the urethra.
A nurse made the suggestion and it opened up my world to blissful pain-relief."
If that happens, take it as an opportunity to bond with your partner.
Doing these relaxation techniques has multiple benefits.
Meditate before eating
When you’re pregnant, your cravings can get out of control.
But it’s essential that you control your weight gain, for both your health and your baby’s.
Meditating before meals can help you make better food choices and stay healthy throughout your pregnancy.
Gaddis told me, “Meditate for three minutes before preparing any meal, or going into a restaurant.
She told me, “Swap the talk test for the sing test during aerobic exercise.
When we speak, it’s far too easy and common to take small, barely noticeable inhalations.
Here’s what she suggests instead.
Then, commit to only listening to the book when you’re out for a walk.
Dying to know what happens next will encourage you to tie up those tennis shoes and get moving.”
There are so many new things to process and consider, and it can be overwhelming.
If that sounds familiar, you’ll love this hack from Gaddis.
Repeat the cycle as often as needed.”
you could set yourself up for a smoother third trimester, however, by doing prenatal core exercises.
The TvA is our body’s internal corset and when contracted, compresses the abdomen.
If you want to see the prenatal core exercises in action, check outthis videoon Byrne’s YouTube channel.
This procedure is only needed if your baby can’t fit through your vagina without it.
Practicing Kegels on the ball is great too."
