MY PREGNANCY ESSENTIALS.

Third time is the charm!

​During this pregnancy, I knew what was coming and so I was able to prepare more than I did with the others. I knew that I needed better and more supportive clothing, I needed better shoes to prevent back and feet aches, I needed something to help me sleep better, and I needed something really good to continue to prevent stretch marks. 
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So yes, you could say that this time was the best. It was the hardest pregnancy but at the same time it was the easiest because I was able to really prepare and get the items I needed to make my life easier. Below I have added just a few items that I really have loved that have made the difference.*
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Belly Bandit Clothing
Finding comfortable maternity clothing is SO hard. This time I really did my research and when I found Belly Bandit I fell in love right away. They have a ton of clothing options to help support you during pregnancy and after. Their clothing is very high quality and very comfortable! 
My favorite items of theirs are the Support Leggings, Perfect Nursing Dress and the B.F.F. Belly Wrap. 
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Belly/Body Rubs
Having a good moisturizer for your belly to prevent stretch marks is one thing, but then to have a moisturizer that also helps to improve elasticity, circulation, and more, is a whole different story! I didn't even know all this was possible until I found Basq NYC and their Body Boost line. I use the oils and creams for my body and belly and then I use their cooling gels at night for my legs and feet before climbing into bed every night.
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I also use their sugar scrubs in the shower to prevent that 'belly itch' during pregnancy. This seriously changed my comfort level this time around!

​Just a few of my favorite items are their Elasticity Resilient Body Oil, Intensive Treatment Stretch Mark Butter, and Revive & Refresh Cooling Body Bliss Gel. 

You can also find them on Instagram as @bodyboostnyc and @basqskincare.
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Sleeping Pillow
I got my pillow from a friend during my first pregnancy, so it isn't a new item, but I don't know what I would do without it! I sleep with it all throughout my pregnancy and I rarely have an uncomfortable night sleep. It helps my hips and back stay aligned and also helps support my belly so I don't get any aches and pains through out the night.
To view my pillow on Amazon, click here.
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Supportive Shoes
​During my pregnancies, my feet ache so badly. If I am on my feet for more than an hour the heels and balls of my feet really start to ache and then soon the pain starts to show itself in my lower back too. This time around, I found some comfy and supportive shoes that I could wear around the house. It seriously changed things for me! Especially now that I have two little ones to chase after and a ton more dirty laundry and dishes to do than I did with my first. ;)
Click here for the shoes I decided on.

Bump Boxes
Treating yourself during your pregnancy is so important. We start to feel self-conscious with all the body changes and we don't feel like ourselves anymore. Our body goes through so many changes and it is hard to keep up! So, I signed up for a Bump Box Subscription this time around. They personalize each month's box with your due date and they add in fun mom items as well as things to pamper you. It really has been so fun and I look forward to the box each month!

The last thing I would like to add that really changed my experience this time around was yoga... more and more yoga. I did a little bit of yoga during my first, more yoga during my second, but this time I really relied on it to relieve pain, anxiety, and more. I really know it made a huge difference and it has just enhanced my own personal practice even more. 

​​*These are honest opinions and not paid sponsorships. These are items that I have honestly been using and have been loving and am excited to share with you. Some links above are affiliate links.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS, PLEASE CONTACT ME. ​​