Pregnant in summer

Being pregnant in the summer is great fun. You can perfectly showcase your pregnant belly in breezy, flowing summer dresses and draw an extra portion of power from the sun. And a bit of energy is something that every pregnant woman can’t get enough of! Nevertheless, there are also disadvantages to being pregnant in the middle of summer.

Too much sun can give you a “pregnancy mask”, and the hot weather can make your feet swell to the point where they don’t even fit into your slippers anymore. These tips will get you through hot, sultry summer days in a breeze.

Pregnancy mask

During your pregnancy, your skin contains higher levels of pigmentation. This is attributed to hormones. As a result, your nipples turn darker and some women develop a dark stripe on their abdomen (the gestational stripe or linea negra), which runs from the pubic bone to the navel. Due to that extra skin pigmentation, you will notice that you will tan more easily and get freckles from the sun. Some pregnant women develop pigmentation spots on their forehead, upper lip, chin or neck. This condition is also called a pregnancy mask or melasma.

After childbirth, the discoloration gradually disappears over time. To prevent a pregnancy mask, we recommend that you avoid direct sunlight as much as possible. Protect yourself against sunlight. Don’t bask in direct sunlight, but rather seek out a shady spot. Wear a cap or sun hat and apply sunscreen with a high protection factor.

Fluid retention

During pregnancy, your body is prone to retain about two to three liters of additional fluids. Especially when you’ve been standing on your feet a lot or sitting in the office all day, your feet and ankles may swell up to the point that your shoes will pinch or you will not be able to put them back on again once you’ve taken them off. Your hands and fingers may also swell. On hot days, swollen feet and ankles may cause discomfort. Sit down and put your feet up or take a cooling foot bath (possibly with a refreshing effervescent tablet). Avoid eating salty foods. Salt is also conducive to retaining moisture.

Tips for being pregnant in summer