July 06, 2022 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
In many places across the world this summer, the temperature is HOT. Sun, heat, and humidity make it more challenging for most people to spend any length of time outdoors, but even more so when you're pregnant. Whether you're headed to the beach, a barbecue, a wedding, or just doing some gardening, it's wise to take extra steps to stay cool and hydrated. Dehydration over a long period of time in pregnancy can increase the risk of preterm labor and other complications, so it's always a good idea to be mindful!
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July 26, 2021 | by: Cara Terreri
All fabrics are not equal when it comes to staying cool during hot summer months. If you live anywhere that feels like the face of the sun, you'll do almost anything to stay cool. Air conditioning at 50 degrees? Yep. Cold shower? Yep. Sleep nude? Obviously. Stand in front of an open freezer? Why not. With a little know-how, you can add "wearing the right fabrics" to your list.
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June 10, 2020 | by: Cara Terreri
In many parts of the world, temperatures are rising even though the official start of summer is still a week away. Summer pregnancy presents some fun opportunities (swimming!) along with frustrating challenges (soooo hot!). Of course, you could just stay indoors all summer long, but that's not very reasonable. Changing what you wear, however, can help you keep comfortable while allowing you to participate in all kind of activities, inside and out.
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June 19, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri
If you live in warmer climates, being pregnant and in your third trimester during the summer months can feel extra challenging . On the one hand, you're at the tail-end of pregnancy, which means you get to meet baby soon (yay!). On the other hand, the extra heat during a time that already feels like it will stretch on forever does not make for a pleasant time, unless your summer job involves floating in water most of your waking hours (in which case, lucky you!).
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July 02, 2018 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
Many cities in the United States are experiencing high temperatures and humidity right now, which is fairly typical for July 4th celebrations. If you're pregnant, however, these outdoor conditions are less-than-ideal for the upcoming Independence Day fest
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