Ways To Make Moving While Expecting Easier On Moms-To-Be

Easier moving can start with thorough preparation. Not only are expecting moms required to handle the chores of prepping the new place on top of packing the old, but they must always be thinking of what’s OK for the baby. One of the first things to do to help is to consult the doctor. Recommendations on avoiding heavy lifting may already be at the forefront of your mind, but medical experts could offer further advice. This also presents an opportunity to gather necessary medical information and documents to have for a new doctor once the move is complete.

A few additional tips would be to pack a distinguishable box — maybe see-through or brightly colored — with the pregnancy items you’ll need to have accessible. Knowing these items and other essentials are in arms-reach can help to ease worry when boxes are in transit. Lastly, be sure to keep nutritious snacks available on the big day. Hunger could make the experience seem more awful than it really is for you and those offering a hand. For further tips and a handy timeline on moving while pregnant, please see the accompanying resource.

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