Pregnancy needn’t be a headache
As your body changes and your hormones levels rise to support the growing needs of your baby, headaches can be common, especially in your first trimester. But don’t worry. We’re here to help, with six simple but effective ways to ease a headache:
1) Sleep well
Growing a baby is tiring work. Keep headaches at bay by listening to your body and taking time to relax and sleep well.
2) Drink water
Drink waterYour body needs extra water during pregnancy. Drinking eight glasses of water a daywill help you stay hydrated and feel at your best.
3) Eat a balanced healthy diet
Give your body and mind a boost by eating plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables, wholegains, nuts and seeds. Try to avoid sugary and processed foods that can bringon a headache. 4) Ditch caffeine Keeping your caffeine levels low has lots of great benefits for you and your baby. Tryreplacing your morning coffee with water, or squash to keep headaches away.
5) Exercise
Getting out and about in the fresh air can help you to de-stress, increase blood flowto your baby and help ease a headache. Plus, exercise releases naturalendorphins, so it feels pretty good too!
6) Get advice
Some popular headache medications are not safe during pregnancy. Speak to your healthcareprovider or pharmacist to find out which medications are safe for you and yourbaby. Written by Team Health & Parenting
If your headache does not improve or you experience any problems with your vision,or have a temperature, contact your healthcare provider for advice.
