Although each woman lives her pregnancy differently, the different times of the year help us to spend it differently and each one has something positive to contribute. Some time ago we shared seven advantages of living your pregnancy in summer, especially during the last trimester.
Now, on the eve of the Christmas season, we want to highlight the positive or beneficial things that a pregnancy has in this time. We share you nine things it is cool to be pregnant at Christmas.
There is a lot of delicious food to enjoy
Although there are foods that we should avoid because they are prohibited in pregnancy such as smoked and unpasteurized cheeses, there are a wide variety of options that we can enjoy during the Christmas season, such as the traditional Christmas turkey or a delicious baked chicken.
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Winter clothes are all comfort
The garments that we usually wear in the winter season are very different from those of summer, because in addition to now we need to cover ourselves more to protect ourselves from the cold, these They are usually made of soft and cozy fabrics, which makes them very comfortable, and during pregnancy, comfort is always a priority.
While being pregnant at Christmas may involve making a little expense since we cannot take advantage of the versatility of certain clothes (such as large dresses such as summer), in winter there are also some classic clothes that we can continue to wear for a while in our pregnancy comfortably, like sweaters and sweaters, especially those that are baggy or oversize and that are now very fashionable, or leggings and jeggins, which are elastic and give us greater comfort (depending on the quarter in which we are, of course).
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And since we are talking about clothes in pregnancy, another advantage of being pregnant at Christmas, is that The versatility of dressing in layers during the winter, allows us to put on or take off clothes as we need. In this way we do not suffer the heats of summer, which can make pregnancy, especially the last trimester, almost impossible to enjoy.
In addition, spending part of our pregnancy in winter helps us sleep better, because as with clothing, with the use of blankets we can cover ourselves as we wish. Not suffering heat at night we sleep better, which will make us feel more rested and light.
Another point in favor and related to the weather, is that we can continue exercising without worrying about suffering from dehydration or heat stroke (although that does not mean that you should not drink enough water during pregnancy).
The cold is the ideal pretext to stay at home and rest more
Besides that Christmas is a time to give and enjoy time with the family, the cold weather makes you feel like staying home, cover ourselves with a blanket and enjoy some Christmas movie in the company of those we love most.
So during the Christmas season, rest, which is extremely necessary and important during pregnancy, is something we can enjoy. Definitely it's a great time to stay home and rest as much as possible.
Your pregnancy serves as a wild card to free you from some things
Moving on to a little more convenient topics but continuing with the theme of rest, there are other quite convenient advantages of being pregnant. For example, using pregnancy as a wild card or justification for not doing or attending certain things is something we can do no matter what time of the year, but living it at Christmas helps us enjoy the holidays more relaxed.
So, being pregnant, we can let others take care of this year: instead of inviting to our house, it's up to them to do it. That way we don't have all the pressure and stress of organizing Christmas dinner, and you can focus more on enjoying your pregnancy.
You can start a new family tradition
They probably already have some family traditions, but if it is their first pregnancy, now that they start a family, they can take advantage of Christmas to start a new and different tradition in your family.
For example, this year they can go to see a Christmas parade and next year go back to go with their baby and repeat the same tradition year after year. Or if you want something more homemade, you can start reading Christmas books as a Christmas countdown, reading to your baby now that he's in your belly, and next year, with him by his side.
Take the opportunity to take some beautiful photos
Pregnancy photography sessions are always full of hope and love, but now with Christmas, the illusion increases and in addition, we can add a magical touch. You can take the opportunity to take some nice pictures of your Christmas-themed belly.
It is a great time to break the news
Announcing a pregnancy is always something very exciting, but if your family does not know it either because you have decided to wait for the first trimester to pass or until your belly shows, the news of your pregnancy at this time comes from magic and illusion, will make it even more memorable.
You live Christmas with more enthusiasm
In general, being pregnant at Christmas is cool not only because there are many advantages and benefits that you can enjoy thanks to all the attention they give you and the atmosphere of love and joy that you live, but also, because it turns Christmas into something even more special. Today your baby accompanies you in your belly, but next year, you will have it in your arms.
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