How do I manage being pregnant in a heatwave?
I thought it was a worth a practical post to focus on managing in a heatwave while being pregnant, so here’s a few ideas for you: light, loose clothing drink plenty of water shade and ventilation as much as possible use a fan at home & work and carry one with you as well use a high factor sun cream rest as much as possible, especially as your nights might be disturbed take a cool bath or shower use cold water spray to help you cool down try not to overdo it and avoid rushing around, as this could make you hot if you have swollen ankles – avoid standing for too long and wear comfy shoes listen to what you need and take it easy if you have a headache or feel dizzy if temperatures are due to be dangerously high, do you need to be out in it? are you able to be comfortable and safe at home? Signs of being dehydrated being thirsty being tired and sleepy wee is dark yellow and …