Pregnancy and New Year is a popular topic. But how else, if the expectation of the child lasts nine months. Is it likely that the New Year will coincide in pregnant women? At the beginning, middle or end - but almost certainly! Emotions about the New Year in pregnant women can be completely different, both positive and negative. Therefore, it is better to prepare in advance for the holiday in a new state. Despite the various limitations associated with your "interesting position", there will be more than enough opportunities to enjoy the holiday. You just need to think about his script in advance.
New Year's for pregnant women: "Will it be boring ?!"
“My husband and I love to be very active. And we always tried to celebrate the New Year with him in some interesting and unusual way: either we went down the hill on skis to the chimes, or we went hiking with friends! Now I am in a position, we are really looking forward to our baby, but the coming of the New Year this time does not make me happy at all: do I really have to spend it just at home, in front of the TV and salads? After all, I considered this boring option all my life unacceptable ... "
Maria, 24 years old
What is the problem? For women who are used to spending the New Year in a cycle of fun, it is not easy to find a new option during pregnancy. Quite a lot of prohibitions appear. Here the mood also spoils. But you simply cannot allow this on a holiday. Let's look for options?
What to do? If your pregnancy is proceeding normally, then the New Year may well remain quite active. Choose a format for yourself where there will be youth fun, but with the possibility of your participation. For example, if you are going to the dacha with friends, then, of course, you will not be able to ride down the hill, but you will take many interesting photos of the whole company. Most importantly, try to provide "escape routes" in case you want to sit down, lie down, take a break from the noise. If you present the program of the holiday in advance, it will not be difficult to do this. Yes, you will have to exclude alcohol: New Years in pregnant women are usually sober. And keep in mind one more important point: if your friends need to drink a lot for fun, then in your "special position" it is better to spend the holiday in another place.
New Year and Pregnancy: "Consider everything!"
“As a rule, my husband and I united with friends and went to someone's dacha. We like the warm friendly communication, not a very noisy company, sitting by the fireplace with a crackling of logs with a glass of mulled wine, a Christmas tree on the street, dressed up with everything that comes to hand, fireworks ... But I'm 22 weeks pregnant, and my tummy sticks out noticeably. A friend already asked if my husband and I could come to visit them on New Year's Eve. I really want to, but there are also doubts: what if medical help is urgently needed? Or if I just get tired and have no time for the holiday? "
Oksana, 28 years old
What is the problem? Expectant mothers who are used to celebrating the New Year outside the home, albeit not in the most active format, but with friends, may not feel very comfortable with the thought that a boring holiday may await them due to pregnancy.
What to do? If you want to go on a visit outside the city, there is a lot to think about. Of course, the owners should be aware that you are "in position." It's perfectly okay if you warn them that you don't like certain food smells right now. It is good if such holidays are held together, ie. each guest prepares one or two dishes for the table. In this case, you will have a guarantee that at least some treats will suit you, if suddenly your pregnant body starts to be capricious. When you arrive, ask the hosts where you can lie down if you suddenly get tired.
In the New Year, a pregnant woman must provide for everything. It is very important to know in advance where the nearest hospital is located if you need urgent medical attention. After all, an ambulance on New Year's Eve to a remote area can go for a very long time! This address may not be useful, but just in case it will be at hand!
New Year's Eve during pregnancy: "I don't want to tell my colleagues!"
“I'm 10 weeks pregnant and no one at work knows about it yet. I don't want to tell anyone yet. Moreover, I feel pretty good and I can cope with my duties. But soon our company will arrange a New Year's corporate party for employees. And I am afraid that I will be asked "uncomfortable" questions, because I cannot drink alcohol, and this will immediately lead to suspicion. And I don't want to explain anything at all. "
Polina, 25 years old
What is the problem? Sometimes a woman must take part in a mandatory event at work, and the question of how to hide the fact of pregnancy is acute. However, sometimes the same situation arises when a woman celebrates with friends or family.
What to do? Whoever really wants to keep a secret can do it. At parties like this, the thought "Is she pregnant?" occurs when a girl refuses alcohol. But there are many options for not paying attention to this fact. For example, to drink only "cocktails": it is almost impossible to distinguish between pure juice and the one in which alcohol was added! Or say directly: "Today I can only juice and water, I drink drugs that are incompatible with alcohol." If at the same time your appearance does not express any special "mystery", then the probability that your secret will remain is quite high!
New Year's for pregnant women: Hospitable hostess
“My husband and I always invite friends for the New Year to visit us. It's not at all difficult for me to set the table, organize fun contests, and then get out. I'm pregnant now. A holiday is approaching, and, of course, I would like to spend it as usual - at home, with relatives and friends. But everyone advises to abandon this venture: they say that now you need to rest more, and not fuss about the housework. "
Marina, 29 years old
What is the problem? Women who like to invite guests to their place would like to preserve the tradition and the time when the New Year falls on pregnancy. Moreover, their usual circle is almost counting on it. But receiving guests is an energy-consuming business. The question arises, is it harmful to the expectant mother?
What to do? Of course, you can host guests. You just need to add a few touches that will ease your household chores. If you have always cooked yourself, now invite each of the guests to come with 1-2 ready-made dishes, having discussed in advance what will be on the table. Have a friend or family member help you set the table. Do not hesitate, all guests will treat with understanding your request that you expect help from them at the end of the holiday.
How is the New Year for pregnant women: "I want to go to a restaurant!"
“In recent years, I really enjoyed celebrating New Year's Eve in a restaurant. Festive atmosphere, the opportunity to dress up and "show yourself", dancing, entertainment. And the chores are only pleasant: manicure, makeup, hair. But now I am 19 weeks pregnant. I don’t have a big belly yet, but I myself think that I look very fat. Yes, and my mother discourages, believes that it is noisy there and smoked. I am sad from this: I want a carefree holiday, but pregnancy does not make very pleasant adjustments. "
Svetlana, 26 years old
What is the problem? When thinking about celebrating in a restaurant, a woman may be afraid to look bad against the background of other visitors, afraid that her husband will look at them. In the second place, worries about the inappropriate menu, possible fatigue from noise, cigarette smoke.
What to do? If the expectant mother wants to celebrate the New Year in a restaurant, this is perfectly acceptable. You just need to choose a quiet place. Book a table in the non-smoking area in advance. Check out the menu, making sure you can order foods that your body won't reject. But you have every chance to look great! Now stores for expectant mothers offer wonderful collections of party dresses. You can emphasize the tummy, or you can hide it, if that way you feel more comfortable. A pregnant woman with a beautiful hairstyle and well-groomed face, with a charmingly accentuated tummy becomes the object of increased and sometimes envious attention of "non-pregnant slim women". In this situation, one should not be surprised at the male attention. Get ready to hear a lot of compliments!
New Year's Eve during pregnancy: Holiday with flight
“For several years in a row my husband and I have been going on a trip to Europe or somewhere in warm lands for the New Year and winter holidays. This has already become a tradition for us. Only now I am in a "position" and I will probably have to give up the trip, but I would like to go somewhere again! But I'm worried - what if I feel bad? "
Olga, 27 years old
What is the problem? Whether it is worth going on long trips during pregnancy is an open question at any time of the year. No one can guarantee that everything will go smoothly, and this scares expectant mothers.
What to do? Of course, the most important question is your health and the doctor's permission to travel. But if you go abroad, you will almost certainly buy the tour in advance, and there is no guarantee that the trip will not be canceled due to poor health. There is an option - a "hot tour" in a visa-free direction. But all visa-free countries are hot enough, and it is not very desirable for the expectant mother to change the climate. Therefore, it is better to choose something closer. Perhaps there are interesting cities or good pensions near where you live. This option is safer for your health.
New Year and Pregnancy: Let's Celebrate "Keeping Safe"
“The New Year is approaching, and I started bleeding, I was admitted to the hospital“ for preservation ”. We managed to maintain pregnancy, but the condition is not very stable yet. I understand that it is necessary to stay in the hospital for the sake of the baby, but the prospect of spending the New Year here seems just awful. But what about the tree, gifts and beloved husband? "
Kira, 22 years old
What is the problem? Celebrating the New Year at the hospital is the most difficult situation possible. It is especially sad to be away from home and family that day.
What to do? Try to come to terms with the situation, because the most important thing now is the condition of your baby. When you accept everything as it is, you can relax and get from the situation all the positive that it can give. Even though you are sad now, perhaps the New Year during pregnancy in the hospital can be the most "exotic" holiday in your life. Try to create a general holiday mood with your roommates. An artificial Christmas tree can be placed in the room, and each of you will hang several toys from your house. And your family will bring you something tasty, and you can set a common table. You are also quite capable of organizing some jokes and contests: agree that each one comes up with something interesting for others. You will then have something to remember and tell!
Each of us has our own wishes, how and with whom to celebrate the New Year. Pregnancy is not a reason for a boring holiday. Most often, you can easily choose the format that is familiar to you, only by adjusting it to ensure your comfort and safety. And in any case, think about it: you are now in a “special position”, and, therefore, the celebration is illuminated for you with a special light. After all, this is your baby's first holiday, even if he is in a cozy "house". Feel this unique atmosphere, and the New Year will be joyful and happy!
With the onset of pregnancy, everything around you changes. A woman in an interesting position becomes more emotional and changeable. But there is a desire that remains - you always want to look beautiful! You want to dress as beautifully and stylishly as you did before pregnancy.
But even the most style-savvy women are puzzled over how to do it. And pregnancy is just a special time when you can look and feel magical. Enjoy!
Pregnancy is a long process: you and your body change gradually. As there are no two identical women, there are no two identical courses of pregnancy. We are all different. However, each goes through certain stages. These stages are called trimesters and last three months.
On the first
The first trimester is accompanied by minor changes in your body and significant psychological changes. Your taste for food, flowers, and, of course, for clothes may change. Yes, you have a new status now! Don't be afraid to be new. Changes in clothes will echo your inner changes, and you will feel harmonious.
Somewhere towards the end of the first - at the beginning of the second trimester, you will already feel the physical need to update your wardrobe.
You will have a long search in virtual and real stores. I advise you to start with the latter, in this case you will be able to try on more unusual clothes and understand what is convenient and necessary for you. Finding the perfect outfit right away won't be easy.
I can offer a couple of tips that I, as a designer and mom, have experienced myself:
- choose quality clothing. You will wear and wash your "pregnant" wardrobe more often than other clothes;
- fabrics from which things are sewn must be natural. They will help prevent allergies, overheating and sweating;
- don't hide your bulging tummy. This is the most wonderful time of your life! Accept it and don't hide behind shapeless clothing;
- reveal your merits. Choose models that accentuate your neckline and shoulders;
- find a little thing for yourself, the so-called "investment". It will serve you for several seasons. For example, a self-sufficient autumn dress that can be worn with golf and leggings in winter;
- get the most out of your pregnant wardrobe. Go for modern, loose silhouettes in neutral tones, then just play with your shoes and accessories.
For the second
You are now ready to be beautiful in the following months of your pregnancy. The next second trimester for many is on the rise of strength and energy. I would like to have time for everything, to move mountains. And you will succeed!
Go to theaters, listen to music, chat with friends. You may want to be the center of attention. Then choose beautiful bright clothes. Your skin and hair are glowing, you can highlight it with a new hairstyle or accessories.
You can be seen with unusual details, interesting fabric patterns and bold colors. But everything must be in harmony. Saturated colors such as royal blue, emerald, bright pink will emphasize your joy.
The third
In the third trimester, women usually finish their personal affairs, take maternity leave and prepare directly for the appearance of the baby. During this period, the expectant mother wants to look and feel relaxed and stylish.
Then you can choose comfortable and fashionable clothes. Here, the minimalism style will come in handy more than ever: it does not catch the eye, protects you, the absence of controversial details will give confidence in your choice. For example, straight tunic dresses in dark soothing colors.
Cozy free-form clothing will help you gain a sense of security: bulky sweaters, fur vests, ponchos. It is important, especially in the cold season, to choose an upper wardrobe that will be light, comfortable, and can be useful even after the baby appears. Choose fashionable things, the winter season allows it.
And for dessert
Each trimester is good in its own way. And if you feel good, then you should not deny yourself the pleasure of attending the holidays and parties. It is possible and even necessary to go out, arrange wonderful romantic dinners in evening dresses, the festive atmosphere will only benefit the future baby - after all, mother's emotional background is transmitted to him!
At the same time, it is important to choose the right evening dress so that a woman feels like a king.
But no matter how you live your pregnancy, do not just try to wait it out. Seize every moment, give yourself joy from every little thing. Do not hide your bulge, dress beautifully and stylishly, this will add good mood and health! Chat and dress up! After all, you will remember this period all your life!
Have a nice mood!
Dear Readers! Do you agree with Tatiana's recommendations? Should a pregnant woman stay stylish and bright? Or should the tummy be hidden behind shapeless clothes from prying eyes? We are waiting for your answers in the comments! If you have any photographs of the "magic time", we are waiting for them in the folk photographic fact
Maria Sokolova
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We all begin to prepare for the favorite holiday of tangerines, gifts and wishes at the beginning of December - we slowly buy presents, think with whom, what and where to meet, make a list of products for the New Year's table.
Read also: Makeup, hairstyle, outfit for the expectant mother for the New Year
For expectant mothers, preparation for the holiday is also complicated by numerous restrictions. After all, you want and meet the new year like a human, and not harm the baby
... So, what do expectant mothers need to know about the New Year's celebration?
Rules for preparing for the holiday of expectant mothers
To begin with, you should realize that until the moment the baby is born, you share everything with him for two - food, emotions, loads, experiences
and so on. Therefore, preparation for the holiday should be done as carefully as possible. 
That is, it is unacceptable for a pregnant woman in the traditional New Year's "race" ...
- Any experiences of a negative coloration.
No negative emotions! Surround yourself with a positive, ignore anything that can ruin your mood, look for additional "vitamins of happiness." - Loud music, noisy public places.
Forget about the pre-Christmas crowds, markets and hypermarkets. It is best to go shopping during the hours of the least customer load - when there are no "traffic jams" in the shopping arcade, and a huge shopping cart can be rolled in any direction without risk of collision. Do not forget to take care of buying such a necessary item as earplugs, and create a "relaxation corner" for yourself in your apartment. - Heavy bags.
No weights! If heavy and bulky purchases are planned, take an assistant with you or order goods at home. - 2-3 days watch at the stove.
Condescendingly convey all the worries about preparing the New Year's table to your loved ones. If there is no one to transfer, and the spouse knows how to cook only broth from under the eggs, then cut the menu in half, and give your husband the opportunity to help you with cleaning vegetables, washing dishes and shredding sausages on Olivier. - General cleaning, furniture rearrangement.
Likewise: you coordinate, loved ones carry weights and wash the apartment.
Get ready not for the new year, but for the birth of a baby - this is your “number one” task. Let your loved ones take care of the rest. Diligently cleaning up an apartment for the holiday, running around the shops, jumping under the ceiling, hanging garlands, and standing at the stove for hours - their job. Yours is to have fun, iron your tummy and write notes with wishes to Santa Claus.
And don't forget that you have the right - at any time of the holiday go to your room, lie down on the sofa and, raising your legs higher, watch your favorite comedy on TV in splendid isolation, devouring New Year's goodies from a plate.
If the New Year is celebrated in a cafe, you should not jump with everyone on the dance floor to the deafening music and postpone the return home until the morning. 
Beauty rules for expectant mothers in the New Year
As for the New Year's image, expectant mothers here will also have their own restrictions and rules. Nobody canceled the beauty and originality (and a pregnant woman should be even more charming), but we approach the creation of an image wisely:
- Question - to have a haircut or not - depends solely on your desire (we will not talk about superstitions). Haircuts during pregnancy are not prohibited by doctors.
- Have you decided to update your boring hair color? Of course, it would be better to wait until the baby is born. But if you really, really want to and in general cannot do without it, then use only natural dyes, ammonia-free paints and, preferably, at home.
- Perm will have to be abandoned - doctors categorically do not recommend (its chemical composition will not benefit the child).
- Make-up, cosmetics. No "thick, thick" layers of makeup. The skin needs to breathe. Choose light and high quality products (better for sensitive skin), powder instead of foundation, light shades.
- Perfume. The scent should be light, not irritating. Avoid cheap perfumes right away to avoid allergies.
- Outfit. Of course, you have to be irresistible. But comfort is more important. Should not press anywhere, rub and pull too much.
Food and drinks for the New Year for pregnant women
A festive feast for expectant mothers has its own rules:
- Overeating is not good. We eat in moderation.
- With smoked pickles, spicy / fried and canned food - as carefully as possible.
- Choosing fruit desserts instead of flour.
- We postpone the tasting of overseas exotic and new "original" dishes to "after birth ...".
- Give your spouse your favorite carcinogenic crust on chicken, lean on vegetables and herbs.
- It is better to give up alcohol altogether. But if you really want to clink your glasses like an adult, you can pour a little red wine into the glass. In general, remember that there is no safe dose of alcohol for the expectant mother! Read also:
And the main New Year's rule of the expectant mother - remember that it is forbidden, but focus on what is allowed ... Creative, of course.
Wherever and in whatever you celebrate the New Year, you have a double holiday - New Year and the expectation of the birth of your baby.
Every woman wants to be beautiful, especially in a state of expectation of a baby. Indeed, at the moment, you cannot flaunt in a tight dress, corset, favorite outfits, but you always want to look gentle, feminine and unique. Let's get acquainted with models of festive clothes for New Year's Eve from well-known brands, chain stores of which are found throughout Russia.
ASOS Online Store
This seller of clothes for expectant mothers offers to celebrate the New Year in a shiny dress of muted color, a dress with a bright ornamental pattern, a restrained black dress with a translucent top and sleeves. These options are perfect for celebrating the New Year at home and at work.
There are also warmer options for clothes with long sleeves that can be worn after the holiday: to work, to antenatal clinics, to meetings with relatives and friends. Bright, shiny, unusual accessories such as brooches, hats, hair bands, jewelry, shoes and handbags with sequins, bugles, and large brightly colored beads will help make these options more New Year's.
MAM "S
The company - manufacturer of maternity clothes "MAM" S "offers to celebrate the holiday brightly and easily: the collection contains many dresses of the most cheerful colors from light fabrics with short sleeves.
You can also celebrate the New Year in strictly elegant trouser suits for expectant mothers. There are blouses, tunics, cardigans for almost every taste.
NEWFORM
NEWFORM products for the New Year presents a fairly wide selection of clothing. There are very cute and delicate dresses in cream, beige and white colors. These options are great for parties and after childbirth. Due to the special cut, when the body shape returns to its usual state, the dress will simply be slightly loose in the place of the former rounded tummy.
If you already have comfortable stylish trousers for expectant mothers, then you can freshen up the image with a blouse or tunic.
SWEET MAMA
New Year's looks from SWEET MAMA are presented in monochrome dresses, dresses with a glossy finish. Such a kind of "disco ball" is highly associated with New Year's garlands, Christmas tree decorations and creates an additional holiday atmosphere!
Brighter dresses with long sleeves are suitable for celebrating the holiday in almost any society.
Cheerful turtlenecks and tunic dresses captivate with their rich and vibrant color.
MAMITA
Clothing manufacturer MAMITA offers delicate pink and lavender lace dresses with a satin bow belt. The image of a beautiful lady in position will be very useful!
The expectant mother will also be able to celebrate the New Year in a feminine snow-white, beige or deep purple tunic. After all, you can be gentle and beautiful in a trouser suit!
GEMKO
Almost the entire palette of colors can be found in the collection of GEMKO dresses. Coral, blue and terracotta shades are more common. Such festive outfits will definitely charge you with energy for a full-fledged holiday with dances and dances, funny jokes, contests. The main thing is to give yourself and your future baby time to rest!
MAMA I Ja
MAMA I Ja uses floral print in dress fabrics. They wear such dresses with bright tights to match one of the shades of clothing. There are interesting options for trouser compositions and combined dresses. This brand will delight a young and cheerful mother!
Isabella oliver
The range of dresses for expectant mothers from Isabella Oliver presents the most unexpected options. These are elegant dresses with a curious print - a mixture of drops from paint with animal ornaments, all done in delicate - peach and lilac - tones.
There are perky sailor dresses. Or tunic dresses made of light flying fabrics.
Those who like to emphasize their forms and special position are invited to celebrate in tight-fitting dresses of deep blue, burgundy, black, bright fuchsia color.
For practical women, the option with a bright scarlet top with a smell and a slightly deflated sleeve is suitable. This option is suitable for celebrating the New Year at home with your family, for meeting with friends during the winter holidays, going to a cafe or cinema, for work - complete with a warmer cardigan. At the same time, such a bright top can be combined with rather laconic classic black trousers.
You can be the most beautiful on New Year's Eve 2013-2014 both in delicate lace dresses for expectant mothers, and in stylish trouser suits. The main thing is to add a good mood!
Among the many customs and rituals associated with preparing for the New Year, there is a good tradition - to decorate the house and give each other gifts. Therefore, the atmosphere of the holiday begins to be felt long before the celebration. Shops, streets, public transport are full of people - everyone is looking for Christmas trees, garlands and decorations, choosing gifts for friends and family. Decorating a house and buying gifts is a purely female entertainment, so most women are not depressed by the pre-New Year fuss, but, on the contrary, is a pleasant and integral part of the holiday. Of course, expectant mothers will also want to plunge into the atmosphere of preparing for the new year. Positive emotions received from successful purchases and the pre-holiday mood are certainly beneficial for pregnant women; but a long stay "on their feet", heavy bags, the hustle and bustle of the trading floors can do them a disservice. And the risk of "grabbing" the infection the day before new Years celebration much more: the shops are full of people. So that the pleasure of New Year's shopping is not overshadowed by a deterioration in well-being, going shopping for pregnant a few simple rules must be followed:
Make a shopping list in advance.
Do not postpone shopping for the last days before the holiday (remember what is happening in stores in the last days of December!). Such a crowd is not only not enjoyable, but also dangerous for a pregnant customer. The ideal time for New Year's shopping is the first half of one of the weekdays at the beginning of the twentieth of December.
Enlisting the support of a friend, mother or sister is more fun together, and physical support for the expectant mother will not hurt!
Choosing a large shopping center not far from your home for shopping will eliminate the need to go around several shops in a day or stretch out shopping for several days.
Take care of comfortable clothes and shoes for shopping.
While shopping every half hour or hour, take a break for relaxation - for example, sit in a cafe. And, of course, don't carry the heaviest shopping bags - there is a trolley and helpers for this!
And finally, the most modern, creative and absolutely safe New Year shopping option for the expectant mother - ordering gifts, New Year's decorations and outfits on the Internet. Virtual shopping has no drawbacks and is almost as enjoyable as a real shopping trip.
Where to celebrate the New Year for the expectant mother
In recent years, there has been a fashionable trend to celebrate new year celebrations in an unconventional setting - in a restaurant, a nightclub or even in an exotic resort. These fancy holiday scenarios are not very suitable for pregnant woman... The restaurant for the new year is likely to be very crowded and smoky; in a nightclub, these disadvantages will be supplemented by very loud music, which is not only tiring, but also simply harmful for a pregnant woman. In addition, the need for rest for the expectant mother in the process of a night feast cannot be ruled out, and in a restaurant, as well as in a nightclub, it will not work to lie down.
A trip to a southern resort in the midst of winter is a very risky undertaking for the health of any person; for the expectant mother, whose immunity is already reduced due to the onset of pregnancy, moving "from winter to summer" is categorically contraindicated. Flight, acclimatization, temperature difference at home and at the resort up to 50 degrees, colossal drops in humidity and atmospheric pressure - too much stress on the immune and circulatory system of a pregnant woman.
If you really want to celebrate the New Year in a special, romantic setting, you can go to a winter resort or rent a house outside the city. However, in this case, the trip should not be tiresome for the expectant mother, so that several days pass from the day of arrival and departure to the holiday.
The best place for new Years celebrations remains a home. Here, everything can be done to your liking: decorations, menus, holiday script, and rest. And most importantly, there will be native walls and close people nearby - it is not without reason that it is considered the most "family" holiday!
New Year's chores and pregnancy
The next stage of preparation for New year - cleaning the house, decorating the Christmas tree and preparing dishes for the festive table. These are pleasant chores, which also allow you to feel the atmosphere of the upcoming holiday. Therefore, if there is a desire and good health, the expectant mother can take part in the preparation of the house and the table - of course, adjusted for the "interesting situation".
The main stages of the traditional general cleaning of the apartment new Year's Eve- with the removal of dust and washing floors in hard-to-reach places - it is better to entrust it to your family, leaving yourself a pleasant role of an ideological leader. The same applies to removing Christmas tree decorations from the mezzanine, hoisting the spire and Christmas garlands with the help of a stepladder, as well as strengthening and draping the Christmas tree tripod in a position on all fours. This forced body position puts stress on the abs and lower back. Future mom can take on the chores that are not so burdensome and more creative - for example, come up with a new design for decorating rooms, a table and a Christmas tree, make beautiful packaging for gifts, set a festive table and develop an original menu for a New Year's dinner.
The same applies to personal exploits in the field of culinary arts. On the one hand, altered taste and creativity are conducive to culinary experimentation. On the other hand, spending a long time in the kitchen at high temperature and humidity is not at all beneficial for a hostess in an "interesting position." The traditional option of preparing a table in the form of a long-term marathon of cutting salads for a pregnant woman is simply unacceptable - this is tedious monotonous physical work. Therefore, the best option is to limit your stay in culinary paradise to two to three hours evenly distributed throughout the day. It is more convenient to cook in a sitting position, get up from time to time or change body position; it is advisable to stay as little as possible near the working burners and the oven.
New Year's menu for pregnant women
Dishes in New Year's menu for pregnant women should be not only delicious in a festive way, but also healthy. The traditional food set "Olivier-tangerines-champagne", which we inherited from the era of the Soviet deficit, is difficult to recognize as suitable for diet of a pregnant woman.
Olivier - a salad with boiled potatoes, sausage, meat or chicken, canned cucumbers and peas, and thickly seasoned with mayonnaise - is a very heavy and unhealthy food. Mandarins, like most citrus fruits, often cause food allergies during pregnancy. And champagne is clearly not included in the list of drinks allowed for expectant mothers.
During pregnancy, it is not recommended to abuse fatty, spicy, smoked and spicy foods: errors in the diet are harmful to the well-being of the mother and baby. You shouldn't take risks with exotic dishes that you haven't tried before: pregnancy is a bad time for culinary experiments! It is harmful for an expectant mother to overeat, but it is not recommended to take long breaks between meals. It is advisable that meals for pregnant women are prepared from natural products, without synthetic additives.
On new Year's table be sure to have fresh vegetables, fruits and berries. Instead of traditional sandwiches, it is better to make tartlets with soft cheese, slices of ham, olives - this is much less high in calories and, moreover, very beautiful! In order not to get hungry or overeat during the holiday, you need to put a small portion of one dish you like on the plate. New Year's feast occurs late in the evening, when overeating is especially hard on the digestive system.
During the holiday it is better to eat "fractionally" - often and little by little. For appetizers, salad from fresh vegetables and fruits, low-fat meat and fish salads, some pickles, olives, cheese and cold meat are suitable. Hot festive dishes suitable for a pregnant hostess include white poultry meat, lean meats (veal, rabbit), lean fish - tilapia, cod, pike perch. As a side dish, boiled potatoes with herbs or rice are best suited. For dessert, instead of cake and pastries, it is better to make fruit salad or berry mousse.
Make sure in advance that there are enough drinks on your table - after the festive bustle and hearty meal, the need for liquid increases significantly. Alcohol should not be consumed; you can pour a symbolic amount of champagne or dry wine into the glass, which you will clink glasses with, but it is still better to "wash down" New Year's toasts with non-alcoholic drinks. Mineral water is suitable - sparkling or still, as well as fruit cocktails, juices and fruit drinks.
New Year's outfits for pregnant women
- a great excuse to dress up and feel like a queen. Many women, long before the celebration, begin to come up with options for outfits and hairstyles, and some even specially acquire a new dress for this occasion. Mom-to-bein connection with the inevitable changes in appearance, it is especially important to feel attractive, so you should not deny yourself the pleasure associated with choosing an outfit for new year holiday.
You can choose a dress or suit for this occasion in advance, but you need to buy it no earlier than a month before the New Year; otherwise, you can not calculate the size - during pregnancy increases not only the tummy, but also the chest, waist, hips. The style of the dress should either hide or emphasize the tummy of the expectant mother; it is impossible to squeeze the stomach even with a very short period of pregnancy. Pressure on the abdomen leads to a deterioration in placental blood flow and fetal well-being; prolonged compression can provoke an increase in the tone of the uterus and premature outpouring of water. Therefore, evening dresses with corrective elements: corset, bodice, hard bodice bones are not suitable for the expectant mother. The ideal variant of a pregnant style is the Empire style (high waist in a long dress) or baby-dollar (doll or childish style of a short free dress). These styles, even for a long time, successfully hide the rounded shapes, do not put pressure on the tummy and look very feminine.
Shoes for pregnant women
Concerning shoes for pregnant women, then for the holiday it is better to choose the usual, already worn and comfortable shoes. If, nevertheless, there is a need to buy new shoes, you should also not buy them long before the holiday - during pregnancy, slight swelling of the feet and lower legs may appear, so the size of the legs increases slightly. It is advisable to choose shoes with a stable, 3-4? Cm high heels or without a heel at all, such as ballet flats - otherwise during the holiday you will have to think only about buzzing feet. Give preference to shoes with a comfortable last, securely fixing the foot, made of soft, but not too thin leather. If your shoes are new, wear them at home a few days before the New Year, so that they spread and “sit” exactly on your foot.
Lingerie for pregnant women
To feel good during the holiday, take care of the right choice underwear for pregnant women for a festive outfit - comfort for the expectant mother is no less important than beauty. You can choose underwear "for a special occasion", however, in addition to beauty, it should be comfortable and made taking into account the peculiarities of the "interesting position". Bra and panties should be made of natural materials with comfortable seams or seamless microfiber. In underwear, as in a dress, there should be no rigid corrective elements: tight elastic bands, shoulder straps, bodice, bones, push-up or pull-up effect. Such a figure correction during pregnancy is unacceptable: it can adversely affect the condition of the fetus. But it is really worth supporting an enlarged tummy: for a long time, choose a comfortable, neat bandage that will not be noticeable under a festive outfit. For such a case, panties with a “built-in” corsage tape along the lower abdomen (bandage panties) are best suited. Don't forget to choose beautiful maternity tights.
Festive hairstyle
To holiday hairstyledid not burden the expectant mother, do not decorate her with heavy or sharp jewelry, use hoops and pull her hair into a tight bun. These styling options interfere with the blood supply to the scalp and can cause severe headaches. It is better to choose a light makeup that does not interfere with the skin "breathing".
New Year's entertainment
Of course, coming up with fun and new Year's entertainment for New Year's Eve, you will need to take into account the peculiarities of the "interesting position". For example, from the program of the holiday it will be necessary to exclude the traditional skiing downhill on the ice, blowing up firecrackers, as well as walking until the morning - the expectant mother should not participate in such entertainments. Sledding and ice sledding is associated with the risk of injury, the noise from exploding fireworks and firecrackers adversely affects the baby, and a sleepless night is too tiring for a pregnant woman. A noisy home disco is not suitable for an expectant mother - for the same reason as a disco in a night club (loud, stuffy and too active). However, this is not a cause for disappointment - on the contrary, this is a great opportunity to spend a "pregnant" in a special way, inventing new, unusual entertainment that will be equally interesting to all family members.
Recently, various collective and table gamesbased on the lotto or charade principle. These games are included in TV entertainment programs, played on the beach, in the office and at a party; even "gaming" cafes appeared in large cities, where along with the menu, visitors are offered a large selection of board games. Perhaps a few of these games will make your New Year's feast this year even more interesting.
Among the most popular board games- "Mafia", "Cluedo", "Uno" and "Quartet"; in addition, you can make charades, play "Fanta", "Crocodile" or "I am taking with me to the North ...". The rules and simple ammunition for these games can be easily found on the Internet, and all family members, young and old, will be happy to play them.
In order to create a romantic atmosphere, you can abandon the electric light and decorate not only the festive table, but the whole room with candles. On the Christmas tree, a New Year's garland must be sparkling with magic lights; on the table and shelves, you can lay out decorations from gilded cones and colorful balls. Instead of a TV, it is better to turn on pleasant romantic music to taste (the expectant mother can also take care of creating a selection of sound tracks for the New Year). And so that the pregnant woman does not sit at the table, the future dad can invite her to a slow dance.
A walk on New Year's Eve is the perfect end to a festive evening, quite acceptable for a lady in an “interesting position”. It's just that this year it will be more calm, measured and short-lived - without catching up, falling into the snow and rolling downhill. Perhaps it will be a quiet, romantic walk under the moon and falling snow for two lovers awaiting the birth of a miracle. This will leave a feeling of magic and will be remembered for a lifetime!
