Tips from a practical Physical Therapist Mom

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Pregnancy is a wonderful 40ish weeks according to beautiful celebrities and British royalty. And don’t get me wrong, I am beyond thankful for my little snuggle buddies and they were worth every unpleasant side effect. But for me, pregnancy is just a time for survival. I may have been glowing up until the mid-20ish weeks, but the discomfort of the later weeks blurred the more enjoyable parts in my memory. I understand that some women love pregnancy, and I will be eternally jealous of them. But whether you enjoy the changes or not, there are certain aspects of growing a human that are uncomfortable. So here is my list of essentials that help to not only make you more comfortable, but also can help prevent lasting side effects of the physical changes babies bring.

Fortunately, there are a lot of options on the market to help reduce any discomforts pregnancy brings. But this can be a disadvantage because there are so many things to decide on. Do you really need everything? The answer is a resounding NO! Everything I have listed below is based on more practical needs. Things that will help you sleep are non-negotiable, in my opinion. And it is so important to keep up on water intake, so spending a little money to help yourself there is not a bad idea. Pregnant moms, you are at the peak of the phrase ‘healthy mom, healthy baby’ so be sure to take care of yourselves. And don’t forget, pregnancy is really a very temporary change. With that in mind, do what you can to protect your body as it changes because while pregnancy isn’t forever, varicose veins are.

If you are ready to start thinking about how you are going to start moving after pregnancy, see this article about gentle postpartum exercises.

And if you would like some tips on surviving the postpartum period, including DIY pain management for your perineal area, see this post.

Scroll through to see what I used to stay comfortable during my 40 weeks!

Don’t forget to pin this post for reference later! I hope this helps to guide you toward useful products. Feel free to leave a comment with what you felt were the most beneficial products during pregnancy!