Winter Is Coming: Are You (and Your Belly) Ready? As winter arrives, pregnant women may experience discomfort from swelling feet and coats that won’t fit. While there are concerns about the cold season’s effects on pregnancy, winter offers enjoyable activities like snowshoeing and walking. However, women should avoid risky activities such as downhill skiing and shoveling snow. To stay healthy, practicing good hygiene, and consulting with a doctor before starting new workouts are recommended. ■ utswmed.org
Managing Stress and Pregnancy This Holiday Season It can be stressful for mothers to juggle pregnancy challenges with festive demands. Dr. Andrew Satran of Advanced Pediatrics of Rockland highlights signs of stress like fatigue, mood swings, and sleep issues. To manage this, he advises delegating tasks, practicing relaxation techniques, limiting commitments, and seeking support. Balancing holiday joy with self-care is key for both mother and baby’s health. ■ doctorsatran.com
Snuggles and (Hopefully Not Too Many) Struggles Every Tuesday this Fall, The Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital New Orleans will host its Snuggles & Struggles: New Parent Group. This hybrid, weekly support group will provide learning opportunities and socialization with other new parents and their babies. Call (504) 896-9591, or email chparenting@LCMChealth.org for more information. ■ chnola.org/TheParentingCenter
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