Pregnancy Tips for Summer!

Enjoy being pregnant during the summer months by considering these pregnancy tips:

1. Relax at the pool, lake, or beach in a lounge chair, as keeping your feet up helps to reduce
    swelling in your legs. While relaxing, scroll through Pinterest on your smart phone to get
    ideas for nursery decorating, maternity fashion, & baby showers!

2. Drink plenty of fluids! Add a slice of fresh fruit with plenty of ice to your water for a
    delicious twist.

3. Buy a maternity swimsuit, in a fun print, to express your joy of being pregnant!

4. Enjoy the sun, as it helps your body produce vitamin D, which promotes a healthy pregnancy.
    But, protect your skin from sunburn by wearing a wide brimmed hat and sunscreen. Stay in a
    shaded area to avoid becoming overheated & if possible avoid direct exposure to sunlight
    from 10am to 4pm.

5. Exercise by swimming to keep cool, relieve your body from the added pressure of pregnancy
    weight gain, and maintain a healthy pregnancy weight gain. Choose a stroke that is
    comfortable for your pregnant body. Most doctors recommend swimming since it is a low
    injury exercise, but check with your doctor first.

6. Avoid common poolside foods that are salty, like french fries or nachos, as too much salt can
    contribute to swelling of hands and feet.

7. Spritz water on your body with a water spray bottle, some include a small fan as an added
    feature!


Written by : Shelley Scheibel, RN, BSN