Similar to the old adage, "the days are long but the years are short", pregnancy can pass in the blink of an eye. Here are 15 things to consider doing before baby makes an appearance earth-side. ❤️ Stay In Bed - Repeatedly Take advantage of being baby-free by sleeping in and then staying in! Have a Netflix marathon, breakfast in bed, partner massages, pregnancy sex, take-out and just breathe. ❤️Friend Time Take the time to visit with friends. Have lunch. Do a paint night at a local eatery or pub. Take in a chick flick (or horror!) with popcorn galore. Be present and invest time into that friendship bank. ❤️Rock On Take baby to their first rock (rap, country, etc) concert in utero! Enjoy yourself while swaying to the beat - baby will enjoy it too! Take precautions for your own ears; the amniotic fluid will protect baby's. ❤️Read (to baby) It's hard to find time to invest in reading, so take advantage! There are many amazing pregnancy related books out there, but any fiction would be a welcome mental escape and a great way to relax. If you're not a voracious reader, then use the time to find your favourite baby books and begin reading to baby. I suggest 'Oh, the PlacesYou'll Go' by Dr. Seuss or 'Where the Wild Things Are' by Maurice Sendak. ❤️Date Night with Mom What an amazing time to make a date with your mom. Enjoy being her child and having quality time before she becomes a grandparent. Because, let's face it, as much as your mother loves you, it's all about baby once they arrive! ❤️Spoil Yourself This is a time that screams for relaxation, pampering and rest. So make sure you go all out! Mani-pedis, prenatal massage, a spa day and an amazing meal are just a small sampling of the ways you can ensure that you're spoiled! ❤️Pregnancy Letter or Journal Write a letter or keep a pregnancy journal, whether for self-reflection and memory or for baby themselves. It's a wonderful way to commemorate the experience, to vent any negativity and to forever remember even the smallest details; the first movement felt, a dream or even your partner's hopes and fears. Every word will become a link to the past. ❤️Maternity/Labour Photos Whether done by yourself, your doula or another professional, remember to capture and document the pregnancy and the beautiful transformation of your body. Even if you're not generally a photo person, to see and remember how it felt to have life growing inside you is one life moment worth capturing! ❤️Plan a Getaway (aka Babymoon!) Take the time, with your partner, to escape life's day-to-day grind. Sure, travel with kids is possible, but it's certainly not the same as travelling without. Book massages. Do a gentle hike and have a picnic. Lay on a beach reading to your belly. However you choose to adventure, the important part is the adventure. ❤️Focus on the siblings If you have other children, now is the time to schedule some one-to-one quality plans before the arrival of the baby. Use the opportunity to talk about the expectations, hopes and fears your child may have. Fulfill their needs. Strengthen your bond. And possibly consider a prenatal class for the siblings (they exist!) to educate them on what to expect when you're expecting and how life will change when baby arrives. ❤️Romance On the Mind Before baby makes an entrance, focus your affections and time on your partner. Although you will certainly find time for date nights in the future, once baby comes, energy levels, baby's schedule, siblings and more could influence your ability to spend time together. Make your partnership a priority before you both happily make baby a priority. ❤️Tantilize Your Tastebuds While pregnant, make food important. If you weren't already, consult a nutritionist for personalized advice on the right foods to fit your schedule, preferences and to keep baby growing and healthy. Remember to make it fun! Consider colours, tastes and textures to fulfill those cravings! ❤️Take a Class Learning should be lifelong and can come in many forms. Use your pre-baby time to take in some new ideas/information and/or skills. Whether it's a prenatal education class, a cooking class or a prenatal yoga, invest your time back into yourself, your growth and your passions. ❤️Plan Your Postpartum Period Anything you can do now, to help make the transition to parenthood easier, should be on your radar! Make some freezer meals, plan the birth announcements, arrange for postpartum doula or family support, book a newborn photoshoot, finish the nursery, pre-wash baby clothing, blankets and other items. Every little bit done now will help make this change go smoothly. And lastly.... ❤️Hire a Birth Doula If you haven't already, invest in hiring a doula. We provide informational, physical and emotional support through pregnancy, labour and beyond. We help make partners look like the rockstars they are. We ensure your space is held; that you are supported and guided through this amazing new journey. Wishing you a well pregnancy and happy birthing!
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