Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful phases of a woman’s life. But it often becomes exhausting and stressful- back pain, swollen feet, fatigue, mood swings and whatnot. This calls for an urgent need for self-care to stay healthy and stress-free, and to reduce the risk of complications during pregnancy. Some best self-care ideas are listed below to keep your stress levels down and to keep yourself happy.
- Sound sleep- Rest is a prerequisite for a healthy pregnancy so take plenty of sleep irrespective of how uncomfortable it is for you especially in the third trimester. Spending more time in bed or even taking short naps in the daytime will surely help.
- Engage yourself in regular physical activity: Regular exercise helps reduce complications in pregnancy. Even Yoga helps miraculously in reducing stress, depression and hypertensive diseases during pregnancy.
- Reading: Reading reduces maternal stress and anxiety.
- Drink enough water: Water not only takes care of your skin but also reduces fatigue and protects your muscles.
- Prenatal vitamins: Don’t miss out on your prenatal vitamins. They will cover the gaps in your diet and give you the necessary minerals including folic acid, calcium and iron.
- Pamper yourself: Spend some time with yourself. Give yourself a good pamper session. Get a massage. It is not only good for your body but it also releases your stress.
- Eat healthy food: A balanced and healthy diet does wonders in pregnancy. Eating plenty of fruits, vegetables and high protein foods boosts energy. Craving junk food is normal in pregnancy but you should keep in mind that junk foods are not going to serve any good to your health.
Laugh a lot: Laughter is indeed the best medicine. Good laughter increases healthy cells in your body. So, try to laugh a lot.
