Checklist for each trimester

Excitement, anxiety, curiosity, and worry are just a handful of good emotions you may feel if you’ve recently discovered you’re pregnant. It’s an exciting moment, but it can also be exhausting. You’ll need a pregnancy checklist to remain organised. We have got you covered.

We have explained trimester wise which will be helpful to all parents-to-be to be prepared

First Trimester (First 3 Months)

• Arrange doctor appointments as advised by the hospital
• Plan your diet. Make sure you take sufficient nutrients, fruits and vegetables
• Drink plenty of water
• If you or your partner have the habit of smoking it’s better to stop the habit for the good health of your baby
• Make sure your body is active. Exercise regularly as per the doctor’s advice
• Check your insurance details
• Remember to take your supplements
• Ensure all your doctor’s appointments scheduled in advance
• Plan for the future. Raising a child is not that easy. Take care of the financial part
• Remember to have your sweet moments between all the tension and excitement. Once your baby comes home you will hardly get time to spend your alone time.
• If you are a working mom -to-be talk to your HR and check the leave policies. Plan accordingly
• Time for shopping. Buy clothes that is comfortable for your growing body. Look for feeding friendly clothes.

Second Trimester (4,5,6 Months)

• Start research on baby names. Make a list
• Buy maternity bras since the size changes frequently
• Moisturize your baby bump as it grows to stop itching
• Moisturizing your body helps in reducing stretch marks after pregnancy
• Exercise regularly
• Prepare for the delivery. Learn more about new born care
• Research on things you’ll need to buy after delivery
• Learn about antenatal care
• Take proper food, water and medicines as advised by the doctor

Third Trimester (7,8,9 Months)

• Start shopping for the baby and mother
• Buy baby napkins, towels, dry cloth, diaper (baby and mom), maternity clothes for mom, clothes for baby
• Pre-book your room at the hospital to free from the hassle
• Buy things that are essential for you
• Prepare to take the big break from work
• Prepare your hospital bag, make   a list of things that you should have in the bag
• Take all necessary documents that is needed
• Prepare and wait for the big day
• Remember to check your list before leaving to the hospital