The time during the last 3 months of your pregnancy is something that can be very stressful and uncomfortable. Imagine living in a studio apartment with about 10 people too many and that is the way that you can start to feel as your stomach is reaching the end of your 40 weeks.
Some women are so uncomfortable that they can start to wonder whether they will ever be able to sleep again. With restless nights and crazy sensations throughout your gut as the little human inside of you is starting to cramp up in the tiny space they have. There are a few ways in order to curb this discomfort, however. All it takes is a little bit of knowing some tips in order to ease the symptoms. Here are some of the best ways to make sure you are just a little bit more comfortable.
Use a Body Pillow At Night
Using a body pillow is a great way to make sure that you are taking the weight off of your hips and easing some of the pressure that can happen when you are carrying a nearly full-term baby. A body pillow allows your body to get comfortable in ways that you couldn’t in a normal sleeping position.
You can find a variety of different types and shapes by looking online. If you are an otaku or a weeb you could definitely opt for an anime dakimakura pillow (which roughly translates to body pillow) for a good night’s sleep with dreams of your favorite anime character! That said, a body pillow should be bought as per your needs and body type. You may find that a longer one works best for your body type which follows the contours of your body from head to calf, while other people may find that something which rests only between the knees is the most comfortable.
Try To Sit Down Throughout the Day
Your body is going to become more and more tired the further along that you get into your third trimester. Try to take breaks throughout the day to catch your breath and focus your mind and body in order to not exhaust yourself.
If you get to the point of exhausting yourself completely, you will find that you aren’t going to be able to function very well throughout the day. Not to mention you could cause complications into your pregnancy which are inflicted by exhaustion.
Don’t Drink Caffeine
Some doctors say that drinking one cup of coffee a day throughout your pregnancy is ok. However, when you are reaching the end of your pregnancy your stress levels can be high and avoiding caffeine altogether may be the best way to avoid getting stressed or feeling tense.
Practice Stretching
Try to incorporate some kind of stretching routine into your daily life. This can be something as simple as lifting your arms over your head, or perhaps you’d like to engage in some kind of a yoga class.
