CONTENTS :
- Eat wet
- Drink your fill
- 7 tips to relieve swollen legs
- Beware of the summer sun, even at the end of the day
- In the heat, opt for cool, lightweight clothing
- During pregnancy, nap while you can
Hot weather is not comfortable for anyone. Adults and children alike suffer from perspiration and high temperatures, or even sunburn. Pregnancy, too, increases your body temperature. Add to this the usual discomforts of this period, such as heavy legs and disturbed sleep, and it can really get complicated. So it's time to share a few tips on how to cope with the heat of pregnancy!
Eat wet
Watermelon, grapes, melon, juicy pears, cucumber or tomato, summer is the best time to enjoy fruits and vegetables bursting with water and vitamins. Good for your health, good for your baby and fresh, they provide some of the hydration you need in summer, require little preparation and are easy to digest.
Now's the time to come up with your best wellness recipes, beautiful raw vegetable salads, fresh spreads (fresh bread, fresh cheese, fresh cucumber) and colorful veggie bowls.
Remember to wash your vegetables thoroughly before preparing them, especially if you are not immune to toxoplasmosis.
Drink your fill
As your doctor will have told you time and time again, the ideal amount of water to drink during pregnancy is 1.5 liters a day. In hot weather, don't hesitate to drink even more.
The secret to avoiding feeling "stuffed"? Keep a bottle of water handy and drink small quantities all the time. A sip here, a sip there, and you'll never see the bottles go by.
Naturally flavored waters can also help you drink more often. Mint leaves, slices of lemon, orange, kiwi or pineapple - it's all possible. You can even combine the pleasures. Think, for example, of making yourself a bottle of "Detox Water" every morning, with raspberries and lime, peaches and blackberries or oranges and basil.
But pregnant women also need to urinate more often. This is due to the pressure exerted by the uterus on your bladder and the increased blood flow. To avoid spending your nights peeing, drink more during the day and a little less in the evening, but don't drink less. Water not only keeps you and your baby hydrated, it also prevents the risk of constipation and urinary tract infections.
While you're waiting for your baby to be born, anticipate his needs with the Élhée baby bottle set and the Bubble anti-leak training cup. So he too can stay well hydrated all summer long.
7 tips to relieve swollen legs
One of the classic complaints of pregnancy, swollen legs and feet can be painful. While prolonged standing or sitting may be the cause, heat only aggravates the phenomenon of "heavy legs".
To feel better, walk - barefoot is even better - move around, swim and run your legs under cool water whenever possible. The traditional footbath in a basin of cool water also does the trick. Once you're lying down, remember to elevate your legs (a small pillow tucked under the mattress will do the trick).
To accompany your efforts, there are creams and gels to place in the fridge before applying to painful areas. Just remember to check that they are not contraindicated during pregnancy.
Accompany all these tips with a few cups of red vine tea, renowned for its effective circulatory action.
However, the most effective remedy, although not very glamorous, remains compression stockings. Ask your doctor or midwife to prescribe them for you. They won't make you the prettiest person to go dancing, but they will make you the lightest person to move around in.
Beware of the summer sun, even at the end of the day
Pregnant women in the sun often wear pregnancy masks on their faces. Although temporary, this hyperpigmentation of the skin can last for several months after childbirth.
To prevent it from appearing, factor 50 sun cream is your best ally. You can also wear a very large, elegant hat, or stay in the shade during the day (especially between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.).
In the heat, opt for cool, lightweight clothing
To make the most of the heat of pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, adapt your wardrobe, relying solely on the comfort of natural materials such as cotton or linen, which allow the skin to breathe and reduce perspiration.
In terms of cut, the empire dress is very feminine, the little maternity dress is a must, while the shorts for pregnant women, accompanied by a tank top, are really practical.
During pregnancy, nap while you can
In hot weather, fatigue is much more prevalent, even with little activity. When you're pregnant, you need to listen to the signals your body sends you. If your eyes close, if you yawn or simply if you feel like lying down, don't hesitate.
In a quiet, cool place, sheltered by the walls of the house, with all shutters closed or under the draught of the fan, find the right sleeping position and surrender to the arms of Morpheus. During this siesta, put aside or delegate all tasks not directly linked to your well-being.
On a daily basis, allow yourself ice creams and fresh fruit juices, lukewarm baths and showers in the middle of the day, and don't hesitate to ask for a back or foot massage. You're pregnant, you're carrying life. You deserve all the attention you can get, and above all, to be able to take care of yourself (both of you) as much as you like.
