Congrats, Mama! If this is your first pregnancy you may have questions, fears and concerns. There are some basic tips that need to be followed for a healthy pregnancy. What's safe to eat during pregnancy? Can I still have sex? How about changing the litter box? Let's dive in...
First Trimester Do's and Don'ts:
Do: |
Don’t: ✘ Smoke or drink alcohol ✘ Eat foods that could harm you or your baby ✘ Change the Litter Box |
Second Trimester Do's and Don'ts:
Do:
✓ Keep up with doctor’s appointments ✓ Moisturize your growing belly & bod ✓ Consider pregnancy & parenting classes |
Don’t: ✘ Be afraid to have sex ✘ Take medication without your doctor’s go-ahead |
Third Trimester Do's and Don'ts:
Do: ✓ Engage in light exercise
✓ Stock up on baby supplies ✓ Familiarize yourself with signs of labor ✓ Start drinking a labor prep tea |
Don’t: ✘ Sacrifice sleep ✘ Try to lose weight ✘ Sleep on your back |
Fourth Trimester Do's and Don'ts:
Do:
✓ Use nap time to care for yourself ✓ Nourish your body with healthy foods ✓ Consider a parent & baby group ✓ After delivery use a Postpartum Belly Firming Cream or serum |
Don’t: ✘ Stress about routines ✘ Suffer in silence if you are struggling ✘ Compare yourself to other moms |