🎄 Being Pregnant Over the Holidays: How to Enjoy the Season and Care for Yourself
The holidays are a magical time — full of family, food and festive gatherings. But when you’re pregnant, the season can also bring new challenges: endless social events, tempting treats, travel plans and the pressure to “do it all.”
At Bheue, we believe this time of year should be about slowing down, listening to your body and embracing gentle self-care — not overextending yourself. Here are our top tips for enjoying the holidays while pregnant, with balance and confidence.
🌿 1. Listen to your body
You might feel more tired than usual or need extra rest — and that’s perfectly okay. Give yourself permission to say no to events or take a quiet break when you need it. A short nap or mindful pause can make a huge difference to your energy (and mood).
🍽️ 2. Enjoy the food — but stay mindful
Holiday feasts are one of the season’s highlights, and you can absolutely enjoy them! Just remember a few safe pregnancy guidelines:
• Avoid soft cheeses, cold deli meats and undercooked meats or seafood.
• Stay hydrated — try sparkling water with fruit if you're bored of drinking water.
• Eat smaller portions more often to manage energy and reduce heartburn.
✈️ 3. Plan travel with care
If you’re travelling, check in with your healthcare provider first — especially for long flights.
Pack snacks, a water bottle, compression socks, and your prenatal vitamins. Take short walks during travel to improve circulation, and keep a soothing skincare mist or serum handy to combat dry air.
(Bheue’s Radiant YOU Revitalising 2-in-1 Face Serum is perfect for a quick hydration boost.)
💛 4. Make time for self-care
Between the gift-wrapping and gatherings, don’t forget you deserve care too. A relaxing bath, gentle body oil massage, or quiet skincare ritual can help you reconnect with yourself and your baby.
Try Nourish YOU Stretch Mark Oil for a moment of calm and skin comfort during busy days.
🌸 5. Ask for (and accept) help
Whether it’s letting someone else cook, carry bags or organise travel plans, remember you don’t have to do everything yourself. Loved ones will want to support you — let them.
✨ 6. Embrace imperfection
Your holiday season doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s. Whether you’re in your first trimester or counting down to your due date, the best gift you can give yourself is grace. Slow down, stay present, and savour these small moments — they’re part of a very special chapter in your life.
