Support For Fibromyalgia During Pregnancy

Pamper Yourself

These precious few months of pregnancy are the last chance you will have to put yourself first for a while, so take advantage and give yourself some extra down time. No one will fault a pregnant lady for taking a nap – she totally deserves it.

* Take small breaks – plan to rest 20 to 30 minutes at least two or three times a day or as often as needed; don’t plan to be busy or out of the house for more than a few hours at a time

* Meditation – one of the best stress reducers, give yourself 5-10 minutes to quiet your mind a bit and breathe mindfully when you’re tired but can’t take a nap

* Massage – an excellent form of self-care, the healing touch of a massage lets your body relax and repair itself

* Connect – meet up with a good friend and talk at least once per week; creating support and care with others reduces stress, increases immunity and boosts mood

It makes good sense that caring for the mother translates to caring for the baby. Making self-care is a priority not only during pregnancy but after the baby is born as well.
The more you can reduce your stress levels by nurturing yourself, the less pain, fatigue and emotional distress you will have during your pregnancy. I always remind my clients how much power their thoughts have over their well-being, and a self-care routine will definitely contribute to a positive outlook that will support you long after your pregnancy.

Author

This article was written for Insights-on-Health.com in Oct 2013 by Vicki Wiepking. Vicki is a 2008 graduate of The McKay Method School of Energy Healing in Bozeman, MT, and a certified Flower Essence Practitioner. She is the owner of Rasa Deva Wellness in Bozeman, where she offers a unique combination of energy healing, flower essences and essential oils to her clients. Vicki currently teaches energy healing classes at both the McKay Method and HealthWorks Institute.

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