After posting my 1st Trimester Pregnancy Essentials, I received lots of emails asking if I would also post my 2nd and 3rd trimester pregnancy must-haves! So without further ado...
Bump Nest Pregnancy Pillow: I started out with the Snoogle pregnancy pillow and then quickly realized that the Bump Nest was the better option for me and totally worth the splurge. You can read all about my comparison between the two pillows {here}.
Stretch Mark Prevention Creams: I've officially gone through 5 jars of different belly creams/oils/butters and have decided on a favorite! So far I've tried Burt's Bees Mama Bee Belly Butter, Motherlove Pregnant Belly Salve, Belli Elasticity Belly Oil, Revitol Stretch Mark Prevention and The Spoiled Mama Bump Gloss Stretch Mark Oil. I liked all of them for different reasons, but my absolute favorite has been the Motherlove Pregnant Belly Salve! My mother-in-law actually purchased this one for me after some research and I love the consistency of the shea butter and the smell is heavenly.
Heat Pad: By the end of my second trimester I was already starting to have horrible upper and lower back pains. Heat pads (that plug into the wall with automatic shut off timers) have saved me. I use mine while sitting on the couch or while laying in bed. I also have a second heat pad (a Preggie Meggie Pregnancy Heat Pack) that I use at the office that is much cuter and conveniently heats up in the microwave.
Heat Pad: By the end of my second trimester I was already starting to have horrible upper and lower back pains. Heat pads (that plug into the wall with automatic shut off timers) have saved me. I use mine while sitting on the couch or while laying in bed. I also have a second heat pad (a Preggie Meggie Pregnancy Heat Pack) that I use at the office that is much cuter and conveniently heats up in the microwave.
Tums: Once I got into the 30's weeks I started getting heart burn at night, especially if I ate a late dinner. Keeping Tums on my nightstand is a life saver.
Sleep Lavender Chamomile Luxury Bath Soap: My nightly bath is probably one of my favorite parts of my entire day. Not only does it relax me but it relieves so many of my pregnancy aches and pains.
Up & Up Prenatal Gummy Multivitamins: If I have to take vitamin every day, it should at least be in candy form! Plus I never forget to take these since they are such a treat!
Exercise/Pregnancy Ball: Throughout the work day I'll swap out my desk chair for my exercise ball to help strengthen my legs, back and core muscles. If you're going to purchase a ball, make sure you purchase the right size for your desk so you don't sit too low/high. Towards the end of pregnancy, you can also use the ball for certain exercises to encourage the baby to drop and start labor.
EOS Lip Balm: I have gone through so much lip balm in my first trimester it is ridiculous! I have to carry one of these everywhere {in the car, next to my bed, on my desk, in my purse, etc.}!
Pantiliners: Stock up. In fact, buy in bulk if you can. You'll use them.
Tumbler: Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! It's so important for so many reasons so I always have a tumbler with me at work, running errands, next to the bed, etc.
Pregnancy Support Belt: Once my belly got absolutely huge I needed some sort of relief while on my feet and especially during long walks.
Slippers: The best slippers ever. They cozy, fleece-lined provide good support and relief after a long day in heels/flats/boots.
