From one minute to the next, nothing is the same as before. Sometimes it’s a pink line, then two, or a cross – every pregnancy test is different, yet they all show in a very short time whether you’re expecting or not. A visit to the gynecologist usually provides the final certainty.
And then? To make the 40 weeks until birth as comfortable as possible, we’ve put together a few pregnancy tips .
Today: The first few weeks.
The first third of pregnancy
“What will change in my life with a baby?”, “How will my family react?”, or “When can I talk about the pregnancy?” – these and similar questions trouble many pregnant women. They are often accompanied by a veritable rollercoaster of emotions .
In addition, your hormone balance is also upended. One moment you’re overjoyed, the next you might be crying. It usually helps to talk to your partner or a friend who knows how you feel. A pregnancy diary can also be helpful if you’re not sure what to do with your emotions.
Leaden fatigue & the right diet
Even if your belly is still flat in the first few weeks, your body is changing to prepare for the baby. However, there’s no reason to eat for two. The additional calorie requirement is only 200 kcal. A balanced, healthy, and vitamin-rich diet is perfectly sufficient: Fresh fruit and vegetables should be on your menu every day.
Raw milk products , raw meat, raw fish (e.g., sushi), or ham are not allowed – they can contain dangerous pathogens for the unborn child. Alcohol and cigarettes are also, of course, taboo!
Coffee and black tea are allowed in moderation. Leaden fatigue is nothing to worry about during the first trimester. Your body is working at full speed now so the baby can develop in peace. If possible, just lie down and rest! Or take a short walk in the fresh air, which is invigorating.
The right outfit
First-time mothers usually don’t have any problems finding the right clothes in the first few weeks. However, the belly and breasts are extremely sensitive. Even now, comfortable, stretchy clothing is advisable.
If the smells and impressions on your way to work become too much for you, carry a bottle of an essential oil you like with you and take a quick sniff every now and then.
A really bad thing?
The good news: Morning sickness usually subsides by the second trimester at the latest! And not all pregnant women suffer from it.
If you’re having trouble with this, treat yourself in the morning before you get up. Perhaps your partner can make you some chamomile or ginger tea. Light snacks like rusks or crispbread, almonds, or nuts often relieve the discomfort.
Ginger soothes the stomach lining, and almonds bind stomach acid. Caution! Ginger tea has a mild labor-inducing effect, so it should only be consumed early in pregnancy.
Vitamin B6 can also relieve nausea.
Always take it easy!
Heavy bags, crying siblings, and strenuous housework are now men’s work. You should definitely avoid lifting and carrying heavy loads during the first three months of pregnancy to minimize the risk of miscarriage. As a rule of thumb, leave anything heavier than 5 kg at home!
