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Your baby in your womb has brought about a lot of changes in you. You’ve also changed your priorities for the sake of your little one, for whose arrival, you are waiting in baited anticipation.
You’ve spent several occasions with your baby bump safely. Now that you look at the calendar, you find that “Holi – The Spring Festival” is on the way. With “Holi” comes the rainbow colours, and the plates full of “mithai”. Thinking of the fun you smile with your heart’s content. However, when you think about your growing baby, you become a little worried.
So, here’s how you can play holi safely during pregnancy.
Taking Care of Your Skin
During pregnancy, your skin and immunity become a little more sensitive than you can expect. On one hand, you’re more prone to getting acne, developing skin pigmentation, and sometimes developing allergic reactions on your skin. On the other hand, due to your compromised immune system, your chance of catching an infection is not untrue.
Go For Natural or Herbal Colours
Most of the colours or “gulaal” have toxic substances in them, thus giving you a burning and painful sensation. Moreover, the presence of chemicals like copper sulphate and lead oxide in the colours of “Holi” might impact your nervous system and respiratory problems. Respiratory problems during pregnancy can give rise to pre-term labour and low birth weight in your baby. Herbal or natural colours, which are made out of fruits, veggies, and flowers are considered safe.
Apply A Thin Coat Of Oil On Your Skin Before You Start Playing
Essential oils are extremely helpful while play holi during your pregnancy. During Holi, you can apply a thin coat of these oils on your skin to protect your skin from absorbing the colours. Besides that, you can also use pregnancy-safe moisturizers and petroleum jelly to keep your skin safe from the harmful effects of chemicals.
Using Sunscreen Is A Must
Too much exposure to the Sun might damage your skin. Therefore, just applying essential oils and moisturisers is not enough. Use sunscreen with high SPF 30.
Wear Sunglasses
You can save your eyes from harmful colours and you’ll get a chance to do some extra style by wearing sunglasses.
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Pregnancy Wear During Holi
With your growing mummy-tummy what to wear will always be the most important question on your mind. Therefore, you’ve revamped your wardrobe with clothes that’ll fit you more with the progression of your pregnancy. Continue to wear comfy clothes, even during Holi. Loose-fitting clothes that will cover your body should be your preference. Also remember, not to let colour or water stay on your body for too long to catch a cold. Additionally, wear non-slippery shoes, as the floors might get slippery.
What To Eat While You Celebrate Holi During Pregnancy
All the fries and sweets will be really tempting, during this time of celebration, but if you have gestational diabetes, and a tendency of heartburn, try to avoid them and eat less. If you go to your friends’ and relatives’ place, tea or coffee or aerated drinks might be offered to you. Keep your caffeine under control as it is harmful to the developing baby. However, if you need to stay hydrated try to have smoothies, which will suit you and your baby’s health.
After all, it’s Holi – The festival of colours. You have the right to enjoy. So, relax, have fun and play it safe.
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Happy Holi Celebration during pregnancy!