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Pregnancy Essentials You Haven’t Thought Of

As soon as you find out that you’re expecting, a million thoughts start rushing through your mind of everything you’ll need when your little bundle of joy finally arrives. You start making lists for the nursery, shopping for baby clothes, and maybe even putting together your hospital bag to be on the safe side. Sometimes we get so preoccupied with preparing for our new baby that we forget to take care of ourselves in the process! It can feel like a very long nine months until the baby finally makes its appearance, and during that time, it’s essential to take extra good care of our bodies and minds. Sure, you probably already know that you’ll need to take prenatal vitamins and pick out some cute maternity outfits. Still, there are quite a few things you likely haven’t thought of yet that can make your pregnancy an even more incredible experience.


Coconut Oil

The beauty of coconut oil during pregnancy is that you can use it in so many different ways! The first and most common way to use coconut oil is to prevent stretch marks on your belly. Instead of splurging on expensive body butter and stretch mark creams, a small handful of coconut oil can help keep your skin hydrated, soft, and smooth as your baby bump grows. Finally, you can also get many health benefits for you and your baby by incorporating coconut oil into your diet. Simply substitute your regular cooking oils for the coconut alternative to get an extra boost of immune system support and help with your digestion woes. 


Body Pillow

One of the biggest struggles you’ll face during pregnancy is finding comfortable positions for getting your much-needed beauty rest. As your belly expands and the baby starts to find creative ways to situate themselves in your womb (hello, foot in the ribcage!), it can be harder and harder to get a good night’s sleep in. Investing in a good quality body pillow can be a lifesaver on the nights where it feels like no position is comfortable for you or the baby.


Comfy Shoes with Support

You already know that stretchy maternity clothes are a must-have for your pregnancy, but we tend to forget the toll that a growing belly can take on our poor feet. The stress of carrying around that extra weight combined with swelling from the increase of fluids in your body can lead to severe foot cramps and pain. Opt for a good pair of comfortable shoes with a substantial amount of arch support to help your feet accommodate all of these physical changes. Also, getting a good foot massage from your partner never hurts either. 


Belly Bands

Belly bands are a maternity product that grew increasingly popular in recent years, for a good reason! These waistbands are designed for the later stages of pregnancy when you start to feel like there is too much to carry around from your belly’s weight. Not only can a good belly band alleviate back and hip pain by giving your body extra support, but it can also improve your posture during pregnancy and help prevent further joint pain postpartum. If you’re the kind of Mom-to-be who enjoys being on the go, a belly band can make keeping up with your daily physical activities more manageable and less uncomfortable. 


Tennis Balls

You may think this might seem like an odd choice, but a set of regular tennis balls can become your best friend during pregnancy and while you’re in labor. Tennis balls can be easily used as a massage tool to alleviate back and neck pain. They work anywhere else that feels achy! You can even give yourself a great massage on your own if your partner isn’t around to indulge you! Simply lay down on your back and place the tennis balls underneath you, wherever your main pain area is. Try moving your back up and down and rolling the tennis balls along your spine. Your throbbing back will thank you. 


Summary

It’s easy to become overwhelmed during pregnancy, and we may even start to neglect our own physical needs. Remember to take some time to enjoy where you’re at in your pregnancy and invest in some tools to make this journey a more pleasurable experience. Your body will go through extraordinary changes, some more pleasant than others, and being prepared for those can make your pregnancy something you’ll always look back on with love.