First Trimester

On top of all these emotions, you may struggle with morning sickness, fatigue, bloating/cramping, and tender breasts. Here is a list of things I highly recommend to help ease some of these symptoms for each trimester.

1. Body Pillow

This body pillow was 100% worth the money! Some people wait until the 2nd or 3rd trimester to get it, but it made a huge difference for me in the first trimester. There are many different kinds of body pillows, but I chose the one with the most reviews, and it didn’t disappoint!

2. Sea-Bands

I did find the Sea Bands to help with nausea on most days. Sometimes I still had it, but it made it bearable to get through the day.

3. Preggie Pop Drops

I ate so many of these Preggie Pop Drops! They are not sour at all! Anytime I felt nausea coming on, I would pop one of these in my mouth, and it soothed my stomach.

4. Smarty Pants Prenatals

Prenatals are necessary to take while pregnant, or even when you are trying to get pregnant. I struggled to eat many different things, and the idea of swallowing a pill made me start to gag. So instead, I found these prentals that are gummies and full of all the wonderful things needed for your baby’s growth! I took these during all my pregnancies, and after when I breastfed.

5. Weighted Blanket

My first and second trimesters were difficult to sleep. All the changes in my body made it challenging to get to sleep and stay asleep. This weighted blanket made a big difference for me during my first and second trimesters.

6. Harmony Necklace

I did a lot of research before I became pregnant and found this wonderful chime necklace. It has the most beautiful sound. It is supposed to help you connect with your baby even more and helps sooth your baby from the lovely sound it makes.

7. Saltine Crackers

I had these next to my bedside every night during the first trimester. I had to eat one as soon as I woke up before I moved, so I had something in my stomach. I was more likely to have morning sickness if my stomach was empty.

8. Pregnancy Underwear

Is your underwear feeling tight all of a sudden or just uncomfortable? Then these are what you want! I was hesitant to buy them since they look so low, and they are pretty low, but I promise you these are so comfortable!

9. New Bra

I know these say nursing bras, which they are great for, but they are also super comfortable! So if you have tender breasts already, I highly recommend you purchase these now.

10. Cocoa Butter Lotion

I didn’t end up with stretch marks with my first child, but with my second child, I did. They didn’t appear until the last two weeks, even though I did use cocoa butter daily. I heard if you scratch your belly, it makes it worse, so this could be why I got it. I’m not sure how accurate that is and haven’t done research on it yet. But it has been almost a year since having my second child, and my stretch marks have faded so much and are barely noticeable.

Second Trimester

This was my favorite trimester because you get a burst of energy compared to the 1st trimester, you are starting to show, and you can start to feel the baby move! This doesn’t mean everything is going to be sunshine and daisies. You still have a growing belly which can cause some discomfort. Hopefully, the following items can help you with the discomfort and stay comfortable!

1. Bath Salt

In my second trimester, I began using these bath salts to help with the new aches and pains. Then in my third trimester, I used this daily! It helped so much!!! If you are having body pains, then this is a must! Buy this right now!

2. Belly Band, Compression Socks, and Free Pump

Honestly, you can get belly bands from anywhere, but if you want a free belly band, then sign up with your insurance at this link. The belly band helps support your belly and take pressure off your back. This will be something you may end up wearing daily. You will also receive a set of compression socks, and you can sign up for a free pump! You can sign up for this as soon as you want, I just wanted until my second trimester to get all these things.

3. Slippers

Things are starting to grow, including your feet. Yes, your feet may grow or, in my case, drop the arch causing your feet to become larger. Your feet may also start swelling, making it harder to bend down and tie your shoes! So get some of these comfy slippers to make your feet feel better and can be slipped on.

4. Dresses

Time to get a new wardrobe! I love this dress and still wear it even though I’m not pregnant. It is soft, comfortable, and fits loosely. There are also many different designs to choose from! I prefer the sunflower design!

5. Robe

Are you starting to want to just lounge around all day, every day? This robe is the perfect length, super soft, and even comes with a matching swaddle for your little one. Check it out for different color choices! There are swaddle colors for girls or boys.

6. Figure Fitting Dress

If you want to show your bump off, this dress is for you! Different colors to choose from as well.

7. Maternity Shirts

These also have many styles and colors to choose from. These were my go-to shirts.

8. Long Sleeve Shirt

Another three packs of shirts but they are long sleeve! Perfect for the colder months.

9. Leggings

Leggings are so comfortable and definitely a must when pregnant! These have great reviews and

10. Skirt

I didn’t wear pants often; instead, I wore long maxi skirts. These come in many designs and colors and are the perfect length! Wear above or below the belly!

Third Trimester

1. Maternity Picture Dress

Are you deciding on taking maternity pictures? I did with my first child because I felt so pretty. My husband took them for me, and they turned out great! I bought this dress for the occasion.

2. Labor Prep Tea

I read a lot about red raspberry tea for pregnancy. Most of the research supports drinking it towards the end of the third trimester to help prepare the body for delivery. I pushed both my babies out in less than a half hour, and I believe this was why!

3. Bath Salt

I added this here again because it is that good! I promise you this is so helpful and relaxes your entire body! Just be careful getting in and out of the tub. I had to have my husband help me out toward the end of my pregnancy.

4. Slippers

By now, you probably have worn out those other slippers. Here is another pair with great reviews. Keep those feet healthy and comfortable! They are carrying around a lot more weight than they are used to!

5. Yoga Ball

Start working on getting your body ready for birth by bouncing on one of these yoga balls.

6. Pajamas

These are great for the third trimester and postpartum when your bump is really sticking out! I lived in these the last two weeks before giving birth and then the next month or two after giving birth. They are super comfortable and great for breastfeeding!

7. Casting Kit

This isn’t for everyone, but I thought it was so cool to see how fast my belly shrunk after giving birth. Some people paint these and hang them, but I threw mine away after a few months. It was a gift we got, and it was a fun experience for my husband and me to do. We even got to compare our bellies then. It made us laugh.

8. Lavender Oil

I used lavender oil a ton during my third trimester to help keep myself calm. Sometimes I would feel anxious, angry, stressed, etc., which really did the trick. I would put it on my chest or behind my ears.

9. Heating Pad

I would wrap this around my body when the pain was unbearable to help ease the growing pains. Typically I used it for my lower back or belly.

10. Heating and Cordless Massage Pad

While working, it became challenging to work when my back, sciatica, and round ligaments were in so much pain. This was so handy because it was cordless, and I could wear it under my clothes all day without anyone noticing.