Morning sickness, heartburn, swollen feet — pregnancy isn’t always a walk in the park. Growing a little one inside your body is hard work, so make sure to pamper yourself along the way. Here are some guilt-free ways to give yourself some much-deserved relief.
- Soak your feet in warm water in either a tub or foot bath. Placing a layer of smooth
stones at the bottom feels amazing on sore soles. Lather your feet in lotion, and prop them up on a pillow. - Go ahead: Eat your favorite treat. As long as you’re maintaining a healthy diet, it’s perfectly fine to enjoy your guilty pleasures from time to time. Only, you don’t need to feel guilty! A slice of chocolate cake, a pile of French fries, a slice of cheesy pizza. Dive in!
- Hit up the spa. Your body likely feels uncomfortable some or much of the time. Do things that make yourself feel good such as getting a mani-pedi or a massage. Or better yet — do both!
- Get dressed up when the mood strikes. If you’ve been living in an over-sized sweatshirt, do yourself a favor and buy a pretty maternity dress or leggings. Don’t break the bank — there are many affordable options. Just because you’re pregnant doesn’t mean you have to set aside feeling attractive.
For more tips, check out this slideshow from whattoexpect.com. Tell us: What are your favorite ways to pamper yourself?