What is The Fourth Trimester of pregnancy?
Congratulations! 9 months of the most challenging, wonderful, mind-boggling and thrilling journey of your life has resulted in the delivery of your beautiful baby (babies?).

From keeping hush hush in your first trimester, getting excited in the second to counting down the minutes of your third trimester, now the fourth trimester?!
What is The Fourth Trimester?
Trimester might sound like a weird word to describe your baby’s first three months outside of the womb, but consider how crucial their development will be in the next few months. There’s new noises, smells, lights, sensations and sounds to absorb. They’re learning to control their reflexes and react with their senses. Far-fetched from the warmth, quiet and darkness of your cozy, comfy womb.
How to survive The Fourth Trimester
1. Say no to guests
We understand that this is a really exciting time for your wider family and there’ll be plenty of visitors after a cuddle with the new arrival. But remember, you can say no. If you don’t feel up to it, your friends and family will understand.
2. Learn to accept help
Even if it’s just grandma coming round to pop on a load of washing or your brother-in-law taking the dogs out for a walk, there is no shame in accepting help. Or if you are struggling with breastfeeding, your mental health or with sleep deprivation, there are always ways to ask for help. Always speak to your doctor if something doesn’t feel right.
3. Don’t be hard on yourself
It’s totally fine if you get a bit teary for no reason or if it gets to 5 pm and the dishes haven’t been done and you’ve not showered yet. The physical trauma and hormones are going to make you feel a whole lot of things and it’s fine. Let your wonderful newborn be a reminder of how incredible your body is and enjoy these first few months.
4. Enjoy yourself
This might be easier said than done, but you created that little miracle in your arms, so make the most of it! Your newborn won’t stay little forever and time will fly, so make the most of cuddles and enjoy the process.
That being said, if you aren’t quite feeling the way you thought you would, be sure to seek advice from your doctor.
Skincare in your Fourth Trimester
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Owner of Mama Skincare
Executive Director, SA Spa Association and Managing Editor of Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Spa Magazine
Website: mamaskincare.co.za
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