Pregnancy Tips for the First Trimester

There’s a lot to think about after those two lines (or yes+) appear on your pregnancy test. Obviously, you need to make appointments with your healthcare team, but there’s also a lot of little things that can be pretty important in the first trimester. Whether or not you’re a first-time mama-to-be, you might be a little nervous (and likely a little nauseous). But don’t worry, mama—you’ve got this. You can pick out your maternity clothing, research baby essentials, and get through some morning sickness with these mama-friendly suggestions. 

Maternity Clothing

Start Looking for Maternity Clothing That Transitions with You

Now is the time to look into maternity clothing that’ll last, like high-quality pieces that transition with you through the trimesters—yes, that’s a thing. There are collections of maternity clothing designed to help you feel like your stylish self during all stages of your bump, so you never have a closet with pieces that don’t fit or flatter.

Use Some Mama-Friendly Morning Sickness Hacks

Many women experience nausea and morning sickness in the first trimester. Not everything works for every mama, but you could try eating smaller meals more often, avoiding greasy foods, enjoying some ginger (ginger ale, ginger candies, ginger tea, etc.), and keeping plain crackers nearby.

Invest in a Quality Pair of Maternity Pants

Getting a little more specific—don’t forget maternity pants. It’s not 1950, and you don’t need to wear dresses all the time when you’re pregnant. A pair of bike shorts is perfect for warm-weather walks, you can wear chic maternity pants in the workplace, and who could resist cute maternity corduroys? Invest in styles that you would truly enjoy wearing.

Research Baby Essentials

Maternity clothing is important, especially when you need something comfortable to wear throughout pregnancy and as you explore the world of baby products. With everything from infant car seats to bassinets to baby toys for development, you have your work cut out for you, mama. Fortunately, there are insightful, mama-friendly blogs that can help lead you in the right direction, like Babe by HATCH, for example. Seek out guides, lists, and advice on baby products. When you have your hands full, you could also check out video reviews of the more highly rated items. As you spend time researching must-haves for baby, that comfortable, functional mama apparel will be a big support system.

Look Into Belly Oil and Mama-Safe Skincare

There’s a lot of changes in your life, one of which is body changes. When your body is making a new human, you can help it feel nourished with mama-safe skincare. There’s belly oil, nipple balm, mama-safe deodorant, and cooling creams for tired limbs, plus fun stuff like belly masks. Treat yourself, mama.

Put Together an Idea Doc Before Making a Baby Registry

With all those items you’re looking into, an idea doc with links and notes may help you feel prepared when it’s time to assemble a baby registry. And with a little less pressure, you might have a little more fun looking into cute onesies and diaper bags.

Plan Ahead for the Fourth Trimester

Nursing clothes are another area where there’s no reason to feel like you don’t have what you need to feel comfortable and take care of your baby. Look into and consider picking up a few pieces of nursing clothes that you can wear during pregnancy, but also offer easy nursing access postpartum Bras are a great place to start. Many women notice their cup size increase in early pregnancy. Invest in new bras that will keep you comfortable and supported, but also offer easy nursing access so they’ll continue to work after baby. It can at least help you feel a little more prepared for what’s ahead.

The first trimester isn’t the easiest, especially if you and your partner are waiting to tell friends and family that you’re expecting. However, morning sickness aside, the first trimester is also pretty exciting and fun. You can make plans for your pregnancy, do some research on great solutions that make mamahood a little easier, and learn more about your incredible body.

About HATCH

All you mamas-to-be can sigh with relief because HATCH has got you covered. The mama-friendly brand for maternity solutions can help you feel on top of the whole pregnancy thing with stylish maternity clothing, mama-safe skincare, and a supportive community. Women are amazing, and they deserve to feel like their fun, sexy, and unique selves throughout pregnancy, even with all of the excitement (and exhaustion). That means you, mama. HATCH helps you celebrate your decisions as a mom and your choices in life, whether you’re looking for maternity bike shorts or a nursing dress. You can discover their thoughtful and nurturing maternity solutions from the First Trimester to the Fourth.

Make the first trimester a little more fun with HATCH at https://www.hatchcollection.com/