How to Achieve an Active, Wholesome and Enjoyable Pregnancy

You always thought you would be one of those pregnant women who went to yoga, drank decaffeinated green tea and drank a smoothie every morning. These are the types of expectations we are all made to envisage from the moment we are expecting a little one. Although your health is very important to you, it is unmanageable for you to live a completely perfect life as you grow your baby. What you can do is educate yourself on the different possibilities that are available to you. Then you will be able to make your own informed decisions about what is right for you and your unborn baby.

 Eat Fresh and Nourish Your Baby

You might have taken certain precautions when you were trying to conceive, such as cutting out alcohol, reducing your caffeine intake and increasing your folic acid supplements. The idea of the “First 1000 Days” is very interesting when you consider the bigger picture.

Basically, your nutrition from the preconception stage can have an impact on the health of your baby. This is why you should always try to nourish your body with balanced meals when you are pregnant.

Undertake Gentle Exercise

When you can enjoy gentle exercise during your pregnancy, you are giving your body the best possible chance for a calm and relaxed labour. Staying strong through exercise can help you to get through the birthing process with ease. Similarly, physical exercise can also boost your mood and help balance out your hormones during your pregnancy.

Practice Positive Affirmations

If you have never explored the idea of hypnobirthing, now might be the perfect chance for you to grow accustomed with the process.
There are so many methods that can help you enjoy a calm and relaxed pregnancy; these techniques will also help you to glide seamlessly through the birthing process.

Practicing positive affirmations is part of the hypnobirthing method and it can really help you to feel empowered. Listen to a calming track before bed or write down the things you love about your pregnancy so far; this will help you to feel completely positive.

Whilst you enjoy your pregnancy, you want to continue to have an open and honest relationship with your partner. If you have any worries, you shouldn’t keep them bottled up to yourself. This can lead to additional stress and unnecessary anxiety. Stay calm and express your emotions as often as you can.

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