1. Start A New Workout Routine
You might be feeling short of breath even from just walking short distances, heck, you might be feeling short of breath even while just sitting down.
2. Long Trips (And Travelling By Plane)
Travelling by plane is a different story, however. According to the Government of Canada, most airlines restrict air travel in late pregnancy due to increased risk of blood clot. If you do have to travel, you may need a written permission from your doctor.
3. Heavy Lifting
You might be purchasing new furniture for your nursery, so yes, the temptation to move heavy furniture is very real. However, because of your pregnant belly, your centre of gravity will change. This means it will be easier to fall or become injured while lifting heavy items.
4. Googling Everything
There are a lot of fear mongering on google, if you search hard enough. On the flip side, there’s a lot of articles condoning everything you want to do, while pregnant, even thought they may not necessarily be safe.
5. Hot Baths/Jacuzzis/Sauna
Now that we are getting into the cooler months of the year, you may be tempted to jump into a hot bath, jacuzzi, or a sauna. However, before you light up those candles and run yourself a hot bath, keep reading.
6. Eating For Two
I would strongly suggest that you refrain yourself from eating too much in one seating, especially in your third trimester.
7. Sleeping On Your Back
Experts suggest that you refrain from sleeping on your back because the weight of your belly will block the flow of blood in a major vein.
8. Being Sad About Those Stretch Marks
If you are already seeing stretch marks on your belly or around your body, don’t fret. It’s nothing to be upset about. I know, it’s easier said than done, because I myself have also felt sad when I saw the first set of stretchmarks on my belly.
Keep up with your doctor’s appointments
Get Your hospital bag ready
If you have questions, ask your OB
Look up positive birthing stories
Keep doing prenatal yoga
Keep walking