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Activities that promote well-being

Relaxing and caring for your body

  • Going for a walk in nature;
  • Doing pregnancy yoga or pilates;
  • Trying breathing or mindfulness exercises;
  • Taking a relaxing warm bath, you can use an essential oil (such as lavender, orange, or another one you like);
  • Having a pregnancy massage with a qualified professional;
  • Gentle stretching at the end of the day;

Exploring your creativity

  • Keeping a pregnancy journal;
  • Writing letters to your baby;
  • Taking photos of your growing bump;
  • Painting or drawing;
  • Learning a new craft (crochet, knitting, embroidery, pottery...);
  • Creating a pregnancy memory album or keepsake box;

Strengthening your bond with your baby

  • Talking to your baby;
  • Listening to music that makes you feel good;
  • Stroking your bump while feeling the movements;
  • Reading a story out loud;
  • Setting aside a few minutes each day to imagine your first meeting;

Sharing the pregnancy together

  • Going for a late afternoon walk;
  • Cooking a healthy meal together;
  • Preparing the baby's room or space;
  • Having a photoshoot;
  • Writing a letter to the baby together;
  • Choosing songs for the birth;

Enjoying little pleasures

  • Having a special breakfast;
  • Visiting a garden or a park;
  • Watching a film or a series;
  • Meeting friends for coffee;
  • Listening to music while you rest;
  • Buying a comfortable piece of clothing for pregnancy;

Creating memories

  • Going on a mini-break (if your pregnancy allows);
  • Visiting a place you love;
  • Celebrating each trimester of your pregnancy;
  • Taking photos of your growing bump;
  • Creating a pregnancy playlist;

Caring for your emotional health

  • Writing down three things you are grateful for;
  • Trying guided meditation;
  • Talking to other pregnant women;
  • Joining a support group;
  • Asking for help when you need it;