Wearing compression stockings when you fly can help minimize your risk of DVT (blood clots). Your risk is higher for these during pregnancy, peaks at birth, and stays high during the fourth trimester. You can also wear compression stockings during the day to help prevent varicose veins. We love STORQ’s too as a less intense option.
Read MoreThese are sometimes hit or miss, but later in pregnancy, if you feel a lot of pressure in your pelvic area, belly bands can help release some of that - our pelvic floor PT recommended this one.
Read MorePregnancy specific pillows can be a life saver for some, but personally we just made our own with the pillows on our bed. A great bodypillow could also do the trick. Every body is different, so you might have to do a little trial-and-error.
A more extensive review here, if you really want to dig in…
Read MoreThis can be super helpful to sit/do hip circles on when you’re experiencing lower back or pelvic floor pain. We loved having one for work, and one for home. You can even use this during labor, and afterwards, for bouncing baby to soothe her.
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