91. How to Survive a Summer Pregnancy: Hydration, Staying Cool & Our Best Tips

Being pregnant in the summer is not for the faint of heart. Between the heat, the sweating, and trying to stay hydrated while already feeling uncomfortable in your changing body, sometimes the goal is simply to make it through the day without melting.In this Coffee Chat episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin are talking about how to survive a summer pregnancy with simple, realistic ways to stay cool, hydrated, nourished, and as comfortable as possible.As a pregnancy personal trainer and perinatal nutritionist, we're combining practical pregnancy fitness and nutrition tips with the things that helped us survive our own pregnancies during the warmer months.In this episode, we talk about:Why hydration during pregnancy becomes even more important in hot weatherWhen and how to incorporate electrolytes during pregnancyHydrating foods and fruits and vegetables with a high water contentAdjusting your expectations around movement and exercise when it's HOTTaking advantage of pools and other bodies of water to cool down and move comfortablyOur favorite ways to beat the heat with air conditioning, fans, misters, and moreGiving yourself permission to slow down when your pregnant body is asking for itWhether you're navigating your first trimester in August or spending your third trimester wondering how it's humanly possible to feel this hot, consider this your casual summer pregnancy survival guide.Pregnancy fitness and nutrition don't have to look perfect—especially when you're dealing with heat, fatigue, and an ever-growing belly. Sometimes supporting your body means staying hydrated, modifying your pregnancy workout plans, finding movement that feels good, and parking yourself directly in front of the air conditioner. 😉Grab a cold drink, find the nearest fan, and join us for this summer Coffee Chat!Tune in weekly for conversations about pregnancy nutrition, prenatal fitness, pregnancy workout plans, birth preparation, postpartum recovery, and free resources for new moms from a pregnancy personal trainer, birth doula, and perinatal nutritionist helping you feel Vibrantly You® throughout motherhood.Check out Ultima Electrolytes HERE. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional.Connect with us! Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcastMeg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellnessCaitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition