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21 Target Products To Help Make Pregnancy Go A Little More Smoothly
We can’t take away the pain, but this belly butter may help.
1. A pair of Jockey high-waist maternity shorts because flowy sundresses may be a wardrobe staple these days, but you could do without the painful chafing. Throw these on underneath for extra comfort!
2. A Burt’s Bees belly butter to keep your skin hydrated as it grows. Stretch marks can be itchy and annoying, but this cream combines cocoa, shea, and jojoba butters to hopefully keep the irritation at bay.
3. A pair of maternity leggings for those days (or entire trimesters) when stretchy waistbands are non-negotiable. Added bonus: They have a pocket for your phone and a foldable waistband.
4. A support band that will stretch the life of your pants long after you can’t button, zip, or close them. Put this band on your belly, pull up your pants, then fold it over the opening, and no one will be the wiser.
5. A bag of nausea relief drops to help you survive the first trimester. These are a tasty way to settle your stomach (and just distract yourself), whether you’re sick from food aversions or random waves that hit with no warning.
6. An Owala water bottle because all those incessant reminders to *drink water* and *stay hydrated* are amplified while you’re pregnant. My best friend gave me one of these in my second trimester, and it was a game changer. It’s easy to clean, and you can completely close it to drop it in a bag while on the go.
7. A pregnancy pillow with benefits beyond just saving those of us who desperately miss stomach sleeping. This will help support your hips, back, neck, head, you name it. You can also reposition it for daytime use (far beyond pregnancy) for extra support while breastfeeding or just lounging in bed.
8. A pair of under-your-belly Jockey underwear for those days when you cannot imagine having to put even one shred of fabric on your bump… but you still need to wear underwear. These hipster briefs will give you coverage where you want it without any elastic where you don’t.
9. Or a pair of high-waist Jockey underwear to get a little more support. But don’t worry, it will still keep things comfortable down there (well, as much as possible) with a stretchy, breathable fabric and no-roll waistband.
10. A Palmer’s cocoa butter kit so you can replicate your multi-step skincare routine for your belly. Start with a thin layer of the oil, layer on some lotion, and then use the tummy butter at night and the stick for dry-spot treatment.
11. A set of anti-nausea bands because when you can’t go a day without feeling like you’re on a moving boat, you’re willing to try everything. Reviewers believe in the power of these bands, which are clear and can stay pretty inconspicuous on your wrists.
12. A bottle of fruity cereal-flavored antacid tablets for when heartburn hits… and hits… and hits. Whether your baby has a lot of hair or not, the discomfort is no joke, and these will help you take one ailment off your list.
13. A pregnancy journal for those who want to remember (at least some) of these days. Jot down thoughts for your little one — or postpartum you — to read one day. This also has a place for you to keep important items like ultrasound photos, birth plans, and more.
14. A copy of What to Expect When You’re Expecting because it’s considered *THE* pregnancy prep book for a reason. If you’re a planner, this will take you week-by-week through birth and your baby’s first days.
15. A pair of compression socks that were a must-have for me when I traveled while pregnant. These will give you some much-needed relief (and peace of mind) whether you’re hopping on a plane or gearing up for a long road trip.
16. A good nursing bra because it’s never too early to get comfortable. This bra will easily transition to postpartum but can also provide relief as your body grows.
17. An exercise ball that might quickly turn into the most comfortable place to sit in your house. Plus, you can practice different labor positions in preparation for the big day.
18. A pack of nursing pads if you’re already starting to experience leaking nipples before baby is even here (with enough left over to start your breastfeeding journey). Having a couple of these in your purse will make sure you’re prepared.
19. A pair of slip-on sneakers because you can barely see your feet, much less bend down and tie your shoes. These neutral black shoes can be paired with literally any outfit you own because you’re pregnant, and who is going to tell you otherwise?
20. A labor and delivery gown you don’t have to save for the hospital. This will be your favorite piece of loungewear in your third trimester when you can’t imagine putting anything on that isn’t soft, loose, and shapeless.
21. A book for dads so you can navigate this exciting time together. It will also help answer some of those “what if,” “when,” “why,” and “how” questions without them asking you every second.
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