10 Self-Care Moments to Squeeze in Before Baby You got this, mama!
By Danielle Halibey | Photo by HATCH
This is your time to relax, mama. Whether it’s reconnecting to childhood sleepovers with a face mask and some cucumbers on your eyes, or trying different flavors of some smooth, delectable chocolate, you deserve this. Soon enough, you’ll be the busiest bee in the hive—but that moment hasn’t come, not yet. This is the moment to treat yourself. Take that shower, indulge in that manicure kit.
We’ve rounded up a ton of fun, cute, and pregnancy-friendly self-care items for you to try out as you get closer and closer to that arrival date. This is the stuff we love, and the stuff you need.
Come on mama, when’s the next time you’re going to have time to lie in bed with a face mask on, put on the TV, and relax? This is purifying blue clay mask from The Outset (available on shopsorette.com) is designed to unclog pores without drying out for your skin.
If there’s anything you need, it’s strength. This delicious bone broth will not only keep you hydrated and provide you with your daily dose of vitamins and nutrients, it’s the perfect way to relax and unwind before baby comes along. Wrapped up in a blanket and sipping on some hot broth? Count us in.
What could be more therapeutic than journaling—and look, here’s a journal made just for you. This book is part journal (with small prompts for anyone who is intimidated by a blank page) and adult coloring pages with easy to color imagery surrounding affirmations and sayings. The spiral side allows for easy page turning, too.
Okay, so a Joanna Vargas facial might not be on tap until you’re well into postpartum, but you can still treat your bump to a rejuvenating facial. This 4-pack of hydrating and biodegradable sheet masks is specifically designed to minimize the appearance of stretch marks and scars with active ingredients including aloe vera and propolis.
After cleaning the house or building and setting up new baby furniture for the hundredth time, there’s nothing better than lighting a candle and lying down while taking in the fresh scent. A blend of clean-burning beeswax, coconut oil and organic essential oils infuse your space with purifying negative ions and uplifting non-toxic aromas to detoxify your home and elevate your mood.
You can still indulge a little bit throughout those nine long months, especially if it’s in mini doses (think: hotel pillow chocolate, but 9,000 times better and cuter). Pick your fave or try a mixed box of the six flavors. We’re big fans of the Pink Sea Salt, Oat Milk, and 60% Cacao.
Your nails go through it when you’re pregnant—raging hormones = insane growth coupled with brittleness, peeling, and cracks. Yikes. But you can keep your digits in good shape with a manicure kit that’s clean and non-toxic. This one’s filled with four nail care essentials, for a quick and simple salon-quality manicure from home or on the go.
