Growing a baby is hard work. It becomes overwhelming and very tiring, from the morning sickness and mood swings to back aches and other discomforts. However, you can’t help but nurture and care for the growing baby through all the discomfort. You deserve a weekend full of self-care and pampering. Take the time to give love and care to yourself. Here are four ways you can safely pamper yourself while pregnant.
Give Yourself a Break
As stated before, growing a baby can be tiresome, so cut yourself some slack. If you want to take a nap or sleep in the way later than usual, do it. Instead of fighting against it, enjoy these moments and indulge in comforting foods or watch a movie while snuggling next to the ones you love. It’s not slacking; think of it as giving yourself grace.
Get a Pregnancy Massage
Massages may not be a part of your weekend pampering routine, but withstanding all the body aches and stresses of pregnancy—you deserve a pregnancy massage or two. The best part is that your insurance might cover prenatal massages! Contact your provider and ask if you have coverage for massages.
When you book your appointment, you tell the massage therapist that you’re pregnant so that you can enjoy the most appropriate and relaxing massage.
Enjoy a Weekend Full of Self-Care
It’s easy to lose yourself when focusing on the baby, and you might forget to dedicate time to yourself. If you typically get your nails and hair done, don’t hesitate to do that for yourself now! If you’re nervous about getting your lashes done, don’t worry. There are rules to having lash lifts while pregnant, but it’s often safe as long as your first trimester is complete!
Take the time during the weekend to perform the self-care acts that you love. If self-care is eating comfort food and binge-watching shows on Netflix, do as you wish.
Buy New Maternity Clothes
Wearing new maternity clothes is another way to pamper yourself while pregnant. Maternity clothes are not what they used to be. Now, you can find many cute designs and silhouettes that flatter your growing belly. Hit up your favorite stores in-person or online and treat yourself to clothing that will make you feel and look beautiful.
