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Archive for November, 2009

Moving and relocating is a stressful event for anyone. Yes, the idea of a new beginning can be quite exciting but before you get there, there are the daunting tasks of sorting, packing, moving, unpacking and of course, coping up with the new environment; the stressful part. Relocating can be more stressful for pregnant women who, in addition to the tasks mentioned earlier, have to deal with hormones, the weight they are carrying and the emotional imbalances. Thus, to avoid tension, anger, frustrations and the unexpected trip to the hospital, it is important to bear in mind some things when moving to a different location with a pregnant wife.

The key to a smooth moving experience is being organized. Put things that are related to each other on the same box and label them accordingly. It is also advisable to indicate whether the contents of the box are fragile, heavy, or sharp. The ability of your pregnant wife in helping you in the moving process depends on her pregnancy stage. Simply put, the bigger your wife’s stomach is, the more difficult it is for her to move and help you with the packing and lifting. It is advisable to ask for help from relatives and friends in packing and putting the things into the moving van.

If you are going to move out of state and the trip could be stressful and tiring for a pregnant woman, it is advisable to bring with you a bag that contains some items that could help her feel more comfortable during the trip. Bottled water, lotion, a pillow, and some medications or vitamins she should take should be included in the bag.