Pampering tips for pregnant women

Posted June 04, 2009 19:56:00

Ria Francisco-Prieto

Philippine Daily Inquirer

ALTHOUGH I still have to be on bed rest, I am looking forward to hitting my second trimester. Hopefully the dizziness, grouchiness, and sluggishness I’m feeling will slowly disappear.

At the moment, I can’t even seem to want to brush my hair. The only thing that seems inviting is to soak in the tub to ward off the unbearable heat, which seems to be radiating from my body. Now I know why they say every pregnancy is different.

A few weeks back, I was with my son in Powerplant and bumped into Daphne Oseña-Paez. It was only after five minutes of chatting that I noticed she was pregnant. But she looked so good!

It also surprised me to find out she was on her third trimester. I asked her to share five pampering tips for pregnant women since I know we sometimes need help in taking care of ourselves at this delicate time. Here’s what Daphne shared:

Get a pedicure. An occasional pedicure won’t hurt. But stay away from foot spas, since they can trigger contractions. It’s best to bring your own pedicure gadgets so you are sure the items are clean. Since you will most likely wear flats and open-toed shoes for a few months, having pretty toes can really be a boost.

Have your hair shampooed and blow-dried at a salon. Pregnant women should stay away from chemical treatments and hair-dyes. In order to feel glamorous or, at least, neat, I have been treating myself to regular washes and blowouts at the salon, in the process discovering some inexpensive neighborhood places. Sometimes I bring my own shampoo, conditioner and brushes to ensure quality and hygiene. The service? Not bad for P150.

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