Pregnancy

Congratulations! You have about 9 months to prepare for baby, but also use this time to take care of yourself. Here are some general tips we recommend for a healthy pregnancy and to make the transition to parenthood easier:

Keep up with regular doctor appointments
Eat healthy foods
Celebrate with your partner, family, and friends
Talk with your partner about your roles and how you both will support the baby
Talk with a trusted individual about any concerns you may have
Listen to your body

Maintain contact with your physician or OB-GYN throughout your pregnancy as they will provide you further information and specific supports.

Building a strong, positive, nurturing relationship is essential for your baby’s health, development, and well-being. Even before your baby is born, you can begin building a positive connection with them. Below we have some activities to help strengthen your connection:

Keeping a pregnancy journal allows to look back over your pregnancy journey at many times! Later in pregnancy, when your baby is born and even years from now. Don't forget to include those crazy cravings!

You can do this activity many different ways! Some include:

Find a quiet room or put on some soothing music. Think of what your child may look like, imagine their face smiling, think about the first time you will hold them.
You can also write a letter to your baby, that they can read years from now! You can write about your life in that moment, your hopes and dreams for them, or a fun tradition you can't wait to share with them.

Chase Your Baby: A fun game that you can play with you baby! During an active time, your baby likes to wiggle and squirm. When your baby kicks or punches, lightly touch your stomach where they hit, and say out loud "Oh there you are!" When they move again, chase their movements and lightly touch again, say "I got you!" Continue as you feel comfortable.

Baby Storytime: Read aloud children’s books to your baby or come up with stories and tell them to your baby.

Music and Your Baby: Listening to music together with your baby can be a fun way to connect- and you don’t need baby bump headphones to do so! Playing music out loud, singing, and even doing a little dance can build your relationship.

You are growing another person, and in some cases more than that! When you’re pregnant, it is important to spend time taking care of you! If approved by your doctor, engage in light exercise such as prenatal yoga, stretching, and walking. Additionally, finding time to reduce stress is key. Often, moms-to-be find that guided meditation is relaxing and provides positive thoughts. The internet provides many free options for guided mediation during pregnancy.

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