During this special period, the body will inevitably encounter minor problems of one kind or another. But smart mothers always find ways to make themselves comfortable.
1. Fight nausea.
Doctor\’s Tip: Try to avoid greasy and spicy foods. Eat small, frequent meals to avoid fasting, otherwise nausea will become more severe.
Mom’s recipe: I felt nauseous every day throughout my pregnancy. Later, I found that smelling ginger made me feel better, so I put a small piece in the bag and smelled it every day.
2. Say goodbye to the metallic taste.
Doctor’s tip: Metallic taste in the mouth usually occurs in the first trimester, which is related to hormonal changes in the body during pregnancy.
Mom\’s recipe: I always had a bad taste in my mouth and my doctor recommended iceberg lettuce. Eat a little raw every night, the strange smell is gone and I feel very refreshed.
3. No drooling.
Doctor\’s Tip: Excessive drooling during pregnancy is normal. As sad as it is, there is currently no cure.
Mom\’s favorite recipe: My mouth is always full of saliva, but I find sucking on mint leaves helps.
4. No more cramps.
Doctor\’s Tip: Later in pregnancy, you may experience cramps, especially at night, due to fatigue and excess fluid in your legs.
My mother’s home remedy: When you have leg cramps at night, lie on a mat, lift your legs and spin them in the air. The cramps will disappear quickly.
5. Overcome mycotoxin stomatitis.
Doctor\’s Tip: Pregnancy can change the acidity of saliva, making it smell and look different than usual, and can increase the risk of stomatitis. The most obvious symptom of fungal stomatitis is the appearance of small, white, itchy bags in the mouth. Don\’t worry, your obstetrician and gynecologist will prescribe symptomatic medicine for you.
Mom\’s Remedy: I had fungal stomatitis for four weeks, which got worse after taking antibiotics. Then I put two drops of tea tree oil and two drops of concentrated lemon oil in the bathtub and it was good for two nights.
6. Peace of mind.
Doctor’s Tip: Insomnia is normal during pregnancy. Mainly because I often want to go to the toilet or feel uncomfortable.
Mom’s secret recipe: taking a bath with lavender-flavored body soap before going to bed helps me have a dreamless night.
7. Quickly relieve itching.
Doctor\’s Tip: As your belly gets bigger, your skin can feel dry and itchy.
Mom’s Secret: Add a few drops of almond oil to your bath for incredible results.
8. Store at room temperature.
Doctors remind: Pregnant women’s body temperature will rise when they are pregnant with their fetus. Therefore, avoid saunas or hot showers, and avoid overheating while exercising.
Mom\’s recipe: I was sweating profusely at night, so I changed into thin cotton underwear and only used cotton sheets. I felt much better.
9. Rejuvenate.
Doctor\’s Tip: Rising hormone levels in your body can make you feel more tired than ever during pregnancy.
Mom\’s recipe: I\’m getting tired and the doctor says I\’m anemic. So I bought some animal liver, jujube and other iron-supplementing foods, and now I feel much better.
10. Reduce back pain.
Doctor\’s Tip: A protruding tailbone due to pregnancy, or an overweight baby, can compress nerves and cause severe back pain in many pregnant women.
Mom’s recipe: I used to have severe back pain, but then I discovered that swimming can reduce the weight on my belly. In the swimming pool, my back no longer hurts.
11. Stop snoring.
Doctors remind: After pregnancy, the nasal mucosa becomes soft and swollen, causing nasal congestion. This means that the cold wind is not easily dissipated, the voice is low when speaking, and snoring occurs when sleeping.
My mother’s secret recipe: Snoring seriously affects my husband and I’s rest. Later, I bought some medicine to clear my nose at the drugstore. Just smell it, there are no side effects and you can have a good sleep.
12. Eliminate constipation.
Doctor\’s Tip: Pregnancy hormones and the growing baby both affect your gastrointestinal tract, so constipation is common in pregnant women. Eat high-fiber foods, such as more fruit or cereal every day.
Mom\’s Recipe: I hate the taste of oatmeal, so I mix it with my favorite cocoa milk and it tastes so much better.
13. Say no to heartburn.
Doctor’s Tip: Digestion is very slow during pregnancy and indigestion is prone to occur. Especially in the later stages, you may experience heartburn (heartburn) due to the baby pressing against your stomach. Be careful not to eat too much or spicy food at this time.
Mom\’s recipe: Don\’t drink water while eating. Drink some light tea after meals. Heartburn will be less severe.
14. Prevent varicose veins.
Doctor’s Tip: Pregnant women are prone to varicose veins because the fetus is getting bigger and the pressure on the blood vessels is increasing. You need to supply more and more blood, plus hormones that relax the blood vessel muscles. So don\’t stand or sit for too long, and walk or swim for 20 minutes a day.
Mom\’s recipe: Add a spoonful of flax seeds to your oatmeal every morning to boost circulation.