Morning sickness, back trouble, sleepless nights – and that’s just the first trimester! Aches, pains and other niggles are all part of the pregnancy journey, but there are ways to cope. If you’re not exactly blooming, here’s how to make yourself more comfortable.
By Lynne Roberts
Pillows
Sleep can be a challenge at any time during pregnancy, but by the third trimester you’ll be reduced to a measly two positions as your growing bump takes over
Stay cool
Looking forward to flaunting your bump next summer? Unless you live in the pages of a Boden catalogue, a summer pregnancy is more likely to mean unsightly s
Travel
There’s no reason why you can’t travel when pregnant, but if you’re planning a trip bear in mind that sitting for long periods is not only uncomfor
Sex
Love life not what it used to be? Unless advised otherwise, sex during pregnancy is perfectly safe, but positions you once found exciting can become painful or un
Work
A good part of your pregnancy will be spent at work, so it’s worth making yourself comfortable. Keep healthy snacks on hand to help ward off nausea and tak
Heartburn
Up to two thirds of women suffer from heartburn or acid indigestion in late pregnancy, as the pressure of the growing baby causes stomach acid to be brought up in
Yoga
If you’re feeling stiff or stressed, both yoga and pilates teach deep breathing techniques to relieve muscular tension and help you relax.
What to wear
There comes a time in every pregnancy when full-scale maternity wear is the only way to go. However, even in the early days you may feel bloated and unco
Swelling
Cankles anyone? Oedema affects up to 80% of pregnant women, resulting in swollen feet, ankles, and fingers. It’s caused by a combination of incre
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