Every day I’m thankful for a few key pieces of pregnancy aids and I thought I’d share. Each one was either a gift or was recommended by someone. So if you’re looking to get the pregnant lady in your life something special, this might be a good list to consider.
A big tub of Cocoa Butter and a good lip balm. When your belly starts to itch, and even before it starts, it is so nice to grease up with some good cocoa butter. It smells so good too. Thank you Verónica!
My lips have been dry, I don’t know if it’s because it’s winter but in any case, I can’t go anywhere without some good lip balm. I put it on before I go to sleep. Thanks Hildreth!
Yoga block and strap. For practicing squats and for stretching out your legs. It’s hard to reach your toes by the end and I’d really like to be able to shave my legs when I’m 35+weeks.
Espresso maker. They tell you to drink all this extra milk or eat extra diary but you aren’t supposed to eat the good, stinky cheese and I’ve never ever been a milk drinker. My solution? Decaf latte. I have one nearly every day. Hold the sugar though, you don’t need any. Go splurge on some really good coffee beans. Thanks James!
Really really soft socks for wearing around the house. Shoes are so restricting but a nice snuggly pair of socks to wear when you’re relaxing on the couch is so wonderful.
Some sort of water filter. Do not underestimate how much water you are going to need. If you are having headaches, it’s probably because you aren’t drinking enough water. I’m amazed at how much I go through every day. I’m constantly refilling this thing. I especially hate the taste of tap water now that I’m pregnant but the filtered water tastes delicious to me.
Despite drinking gallons of water, my nose always feels really dry. Nose and sinus issues are common with pregnancy and many women report snoring for the first time when they are pregnant. humidifiers really help. I run ours every night.
Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth. Very empowering and beautiful book. Half are birthing stories and the other half is a guide to childbirth. This book is about home birth and birthing centers. If you are opposed to home birth, this book will probably change your mind. Thank you Kara Jo.
The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin. Written as a guide for Doulas and partners, this book talks about absolutely everything you could imagine when it comes to pregnancy, labor and postpartum care. Whether you are planning a home or hospital birth, I cannot recommend this book enough. Read it and you will feel very prepared for whatever comes your way. This book is also great at describing potential emotions of the pregnant women and the birth partner during every stage of labor, so it not only prepares you with tools for aiding pregnant women through labor, it educates you on what you or the mother may be experiencing emotionally. Thank you Gus and Cassie.
A men’s extra large flannel. I use mine for a swim robe at the gym so I don’t have to feel so self conscious after a shower. The gym towels don’t fit around me anymore. I also wear it at home when I’m chillaxin’.
Other important tools for pregnancy:
- A good ottoman
- A comfy lap blanket
- A cuddly husband
- A cuddly dog or cat
- Lots of pillows
- A good pair of maternity leggings
- Overalls
- A case of energy bars to keep in your purse. I like Luna or Clif Bars.