Hey mama’s, let’s talk second trimester. They say it’s the easiest and boy are they right. Right around week 15 my nausea was gone, energy was back, and really didn’t even feel pregnant. This was the sweet spot for me for sure.
I was able to get back on my healthy eating and hitting the gym four times a week. Remember everyone is different and that’s okay. A typical day eating for me looks something like this:
Breakfast: A simple smoothie they’re so easy to make and ensures that I’m getting protein and all the nutrients I need, I’ve also found a new recipe this fall that I’m obsessed with, where my pumpkin spice lovers at? Recipe below.
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
Half cup pumpkin purée
One frozen banana
One scoop of vanilla protein
1 cup almond milk
Dash of Pumpkin pie spice
Dash of Cinnamon
Blend and enjoy
Lunch: I’m a huge salad girl, salad all day every day I really could never get bored of salads. Great way to incorporate your veggies, keep your carbs low, and pack it with protein.
My Typical Salad
Mixed Romaine
Pick some Veggies (Cucumbers, Bell peppers, Carrots, Red onion, Tomatoes)
Pick some fruit (Blueberries, Apples, Strawberries)
Cheese (only if you want I sometimes do Goat, or Feta)
Protein (crab meat, salmon, leftover veggie burger, or plant-based chicken Strips)
Balsamic dressing is my favorite but you can use whatever you like. Try to stay away from cream base ones, If you really need a creamy dressing try the Greek yogurt ones much better for you.
Dinner: For dinner we mix up a lot, I love to cook so thankfully I have my energy back. Our favorite go to dinner is always taco night I linked my Lentil Taco Recipe and my Spicy Shrimp Taco Recipe. Check em out.
Working Out
I slowed down a lot at Orange Theory started power walking at an incline (low impact) No power moves a.k.a. jumping. I’ve added yoga into the mix 1-2 times a week, It’s so great to keep those muscles loose and it really keeps my anxiety down. Remember no twisting, or laying on your stomach. Just adapt it to however you need. And don’t forget to tell your coach that you’re pregnant.
Now for the fun part I’ve rounded up a few new must-have products for you mamas out there.
The Belly Bandit – I’m sure you’ve heard of it And it’s definitely a must especially when working out. Really helps support the belly as you get bigger and keeps the back pain at bay.
Lavender Breathe Rights – I know may sounds weird But if you’re anything like me and got the lovely nasal congestion symptom these babies help a lot. Sleep is very important and when I can breathe I can sleep.
Sleep Mask – This is a must even if your pregnant or not. The hubs and I are obsessed with our sleep masks, they are especially great for travel.
Belly Oils & Lotion – Gotta keep that belly moisturized, I’ve linked a few new products here. I discovered Palmer’s recently came out with a whole stretch mark care kit. Comes with everything you can imagine lotions, oils, and even a belly mask.
Epsom Salt – Those back muscles are going to start aching, taking a warm epsom bath always helps cure them and calm me before bed. Highly recommend.
Hope all your pregnancy journeys are going swimmingly! Would love to hear from you, any tips, tricks or must have products you know about drop them in the comments.
XO, Kristin
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