Getting pregnant is one of the most wondrous times of any women's life. It can also be one of the most frustrating as well. Your body can go through some uncomfortable changes that you would rather not have to deal with. The good news is that many of these problems, such as headaches and back pain, are only temporary. To get some immediate relief you may want to try some of these rescue tips to help soothe you as well as bring back that warm mother-to-be glow. You may also want to consult with other mothers to get some tips about what they did and see if it will help you through the coming months.
One of the biggest complaints is that dreaded morning sickness feeling. It will more than likely pass after the sixteenth week of your pregnancy, but there are ways that may lessen the symptoms. Try to avoid spicy foods, or even some of your favorite meals that may have you feeling ill. Also eating more frequent meals on a regular basis throughout the day can help a lot. If you wake up feeling ill and are vomiting, you may experience dehydration during the day. Be sure to carry water with you throughout the day and sip on it at regular intervals.
Another common complaint amongst pregnant women is headaches. Some women may find relief by applying a cool cloth to the forehead. You may also want to rest and lie down in a dark room. Acetaminophen may bring relief, but be sure to take only the recommended dose.
Later into your pregnancy, you may experience heartburn. This is the result of your growing baby pushing more on your stomach and resulting in acid reflux. Try and set your upper body above your stomach when you are lying down. The foods you eat also give you heartburn, so try and control your portion sizes. A full bloated stomach and a baby are not likely to go well together. You can also ease some of your discomfort with medication. Maalox is one of the better choices and if you are not sure then contact your doctor.
Expectant mothers-to-be can also experience feeling hotter than normal. It is important to dress comfortably and in layers. This will allow you to put on or take of clothes as you see fit. Summertime can prove to be challenging for many pregnant women with the increase in temperatures. Try and stay in air conditioning or near a pool while you get through these hot months.
A soothing massage by your spouse or partner can help to alleviate some of your discomforts. Get them to give you a nice overall massage to help relax those tensed muscles or aching back.
Finally, ask your pharmacist about if there are any over-the-counter prescriptions that you can safely take to help in some of your discomforts, such as yeast infections. If you still don't find relief after trying these tips, or after consulting various websites and forums, then you should talk to your doctor to give you advice on what other things you can try.
One of the biggest complaints is that dreaded morning sickness feeling. It will more than likely pass after the sixteenth week of your pregnancy, but there are ways that may lessen the symptoms. Try to avoid spicy foods, or even some of your favorite meals that may have you feeling ill. Also eating more frequent meals on a regular basis throughout the day can help a lot. If you wake up feeling ill and are vomiting, you may experience dehydration during the day. Be sure to carry water with you throughout the day and sip on it at regular intervals.
Another common complaint amongst pregnant women is headaches. Some women may find relief by applying a cool cloth to the forehead. You may also want to rest and lie down in a dark room. Acetaminophen may bring relief, but be sure to take only the recommended dose.
Later into your pregnancy, you may experience heartburn. This is the result of your growing baby pushing more on your stomach and resulting in acid reflux. Try and set your upper body above your stomach when you are lying down. The foods you eat also give you heartburn, so try and control your portion sizes. A full bloated stomach and a baby are not likely to go well together. You can also ease some of your discomfort with medication. Maalox is one of the better choices and if you are not sure then contact your doctor.
Expectant mothers-to-be can also experience feeling hotter than normal. It is important to dress comfortably and in layers. This will allow you to put on or take of clothes as you see fit. Summertime can prove to be challenging for many pregnant women with the increase in temperatures. Try and stay in air conditioning or near a pool while you get through these hot months.
A soothing massage by your spouse or partner can help to alleviate some of your discomforts. Get them to give you a nice overall massage to help relax those tensed muscles or aching back.
Finally, ask your pharmacist about if there are any over-the-counter prescriptions that you can safely take to help in some of your discomforts, such as yeast infections. If you still don't find relief after trying these tips, or after consulting various websites and forums, then you should talk to your doctor to give you advice on what other things you can try.
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