Pregnancy tips & advice Part 2

Hello guys--thank you all for being patient! 

Let's dig right into it.

Relationships:

With family: This has to do with the individual connections, maturity level and the dynamics of your family and your own with your husband. I know this particular point isn't a one size fits all situation. Some people live with their in-laws, or other family members.  

Regardless of location or who you share your nest with, one thing I can tell you is you should not let anyone disturb with your inner peace, which can affect your baby and your emotions. If you feel threatened, mistreated, or unsafe, please speak up and try to reach out for help. Surround yourself with uplifting family members and avoid the toxic ones as much as you can. 

With partner: Similar to my last point, during this time, you need all the support, kindness, and security from your partner, and nothing less. Remember you should not be tied up to anything and anyone that does harm to you. You should be cherished, loved, appreciated, and taken care of in all areas. 

On that note, be supportive of your partner too. Know that he or she is also going through a rollercoaster of emotions as he or she prepares to be a parent with you. The marriage or relationship dynamics have changed drastically, if they haven't, in due time they will. They aren't necessarily bad things, but it's adjustment and constant understanding of each other and the situations surrounding you guys. You're now becoming parents, and the responsibility level has turned up a notch. 

With self: Here's the thing, at some point you have to realize your body has become your baby's too, and it won't look as spectacular as it once did, at least for a bit. Your body won't ever be the same in some aspects, and there is a mindset of realization that happens at a given moment in pregnancy of not caring so much about the sudden changes, but embracing it all as you focus on your baby and its health. Remember your baby won't be in there forever,  so hang tight!

Mental and Physical Health Before and During Pregnancy:

I am a true believer that your physical health mirrors your mental health. 

During this pregnancy I wish I had worked out more, call them excuses if you will, but here's why I didn't:

The crazy summer heat made my feet swell, feeling extremely tired, round pain ligament, difficulty breathing, and overall fear of hurting myself or the baby. 

I could have tried more, but I also did not eat super unhealthy and did lots of good things: Ate my fruit, drank my water, and always had a positive attitude. 

On that note, get rid of people who don't bring good vibes! You'd be surprised how impactful this is, and it's not until you decide to let go of these people or situations when you realize how heavy that energy was. 

Read a book, unplug often, listen to music, try relaxation techniques, be proud of your new body and life in general! Change things you don't like that are in your control, and learn how to live peacefully with those things you can't control. 

Dance, love, sing to your baby, pick up a good habit or skill and stay busy! Keep your mind occupied, I know it's hard especially with the virus going on, but having the right perspective will help you how you look at life during these uncertain times 

Thank you all for reading, and I'll see you next time when I've already delivered my baby and I can hold her in my arms!

-K.