by Pregnant Pauses | Apr 28, 2023 | Pregnancy
You can pretty much google any question you have about being pregnant, however, I was surprised at some of the things you just don’t know about being pregnant until you are. Things you would think your mom would have told you but did not. Things that somehow get missed in the great quantity of new information you suddenly want to know everything about. Let’s face it—has there ever been a time in your life you were more motivated to learn? Here are four things your mom wanted to tell you, but she knew that you wouldn’t understand until you were there.
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by Pregnant Pauses | Apr 14, 2023 | Babies, Blog, Moms, Pregnancy
As a mom (or mom-to-be), you deserve the best! After all, you are constantly busy taking care of everyone and everything in your homestead. Now, it’s time to take care of you! Here are some awesome Mother’s Day ideas (or hints to drop) that include some major pampering and lots of luxury for the expecting mother in your life.
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by Pregnant Pauses | Feb 16, 2023 | Blog, Pregnancy
How do you choose an obstetrician? Being pregnant is a difficult time.There are so many unknowns.There are so many opinions. OMG the opinions.Do this, don’t do that.Studies say this and studies say that.It is difficult to know what to believe.You definitely can not trust everything you hear on social media.
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by Pregnant Pauses | Dec 27, 2022 | Blog, Pregnancy
What do weddings, parties, holidays, and New Year’s Eve have in common? They all stink when you’re pregnant! But, don’t let the lack of adult beverages and soft-cheese snacks ruin your time or your spirits. You can be all smiles when you ring in the New Year this upcoming holiday. Here are several tips that will ensure you have nothing but fun on New Year’s Eve!
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by Pregnant Pauses | Dec 21, 2022 | Blog, Pregnancy
The holiday season can be such a magical time of year, full of lights, laughter, and merriment as we get together and celebrate with family and friends. This season, the promise of a new baby arriving in the next few months brings an extra layer of joy to the festivities for you and your family. But the holidays can also be demanding and stressful, and dealing with a pregnancy on top of it all can add even more stress to your plate. What can you do to make the holidays stress-free for you and your baby?
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by Pregnant Pauses | Dec 4, 2022 | Blog, Pregnancy
Feeling unwell during the holidays can be taxing on anyone. However, when you are pregnant, it is especially exhausting. Your little one has been stamping on your uterus for nearly nine months, your feet are swollen and your mood is about as reliable as the weatherman.
First, it’s okay to admit it. We have all had those times. So do not be hard on yourself for not being up to every holiday function offered. Take some time off from the holidays. It will make the ones you do attend more enjoyable if you are not exhausted. Remember, your body is on overdrive right now and needs what it needs at any given moment. Emotionally, you have more than likely been up and down the last 9 months and we all have the feeling at one time or another that it will never end. Know in your heart that it is okay to take some time for yourself this holiday season.
Next, eat right and drink plenty of water. Drinking enough water is a challenge for people who aren’t pregnant. We tend to deprioritize things like food and water when we get busy. If you truly do not feel well, it is your body telling you to slow down. It is okay not to be the go-to person this year. People will get over it and if they don’t it is their loss. Pre-plan meals when you are feeling better and keep them in the refrigerator for when you aren’t feeling especially well, so you can just grab them and go. Keep water on hand at all times.
Next, some amount of not feeling good is normal. However, if you are feeling run down more times than not, then seek your Primary Care Provider’s opinion. It’s always good to check in with your primary care provider and make sure that things are on track.
