Top Tips for Optimal Health & Comfort During Pregnancy

Some tips to help make your pregnancy that little bit more comfortable.

Do more:
· Stretches of your pelvic muscles.

· Learn how to do pelvic floor deactivation.

· Take a quality prenatal supplement

· Drink plenty of water to stay well hydrated

· Enjoy quality organic wholefood meals with plenty of colourful fresh vegetables. Eat the rainbow

· Pilates, yoga, swimming (no breast stroke kick) and moderate intensity exercise to maintain a level of fitness and flexibility. ‍♀️

· Prenatal specific acupuncture and massage.‍♀️

· Sit on your “seat bones” with your pelvis tilited forward and your knees lower than your hips.

· Avoid reclining back.

· Create habits to help decrease stress levels as this can have a big impact on your child’s health.

· Pelvic rocking and figure 8’s on a fitness ball.

· Get yourself checked by a pregnancy chiropractor.

· Get a good team of professionals around you that you are comfortable with – remember you are the MVP and we should all be here to support you.

Do less:
· Try to avoid sustained sitting – get up and move around as much as you can.

· Ditch the high heels! Choose comfortable and supportive shoes at all times.

· Avoid carrying toddlers and children on your hip as it can create pelvic misalignment causing pelvic floor imbalance.

· Reduce your exposure to toxic beauty products, cosmetics and household cleaners.

· Avoid wearing bra’s and tops that restrict your rib cage – your rib cage is meant to expand to create space for baby.

· Avoid crossing legs, sitting on a soft couch or recliners which can strain your sacrum and pelvis.

Good luck with your pregnancy and feel free to contact us if you have any questions regarding pregnancy specific care