The First Trimester of Pregnancy

For many women, the first trimester of pregnancy is accompanied by a range of symptoms, including morning sickness, fatigue, and mood swings. You may find yourself feeling nauseous at any time of the day, and certain smells can suddenly become unbearable. Remember, these symptoms are all signs that your body is adapting to the presence of your baby.

During the first trimester of pregnancy, it’s important to eat a balanced diet and stay hydrated when you can. Your body is working hard to nourish your baby, The baby will take all the goodness from everything you eat and drink, so no matter how bad you might feel, they are usually thriving.

Here is a list of foods from the NHS Website to avoid during your pregnancy

foods made from unpasteurised milk, such as soft ripened goats’ cheese

pasteurised or unpasteurised mould-ripened soft cheeses with a white coating on the outside, such as brie, camembert and chèvre (unless cooked until steaming hot)

pasteurised or unpasteurised soft blue cheeses, such as Danish blue, gorgonzola and Roquefort (unless cooked until steaming hot)

unpasteurised cows’ milk, goats’ milk, sheep’s milk or cream

raw or undercooked meat

liver and liver products

all types of pâté, including vegetarian pâté

game meats such as goose, partridge or pheasant

raw or partially cooked hen eggs that are not British Lion or produced under the Laid in Britain scheme

raw or partially cooked duck, goose or quail eggs

swordfish

marlin

shark

raw shellfish

cold-smoked or cured fish (for example smoked salmon or gravlax, including in sushi), unless it has been cooked until steaming hot

Caffeine

Alcohol

Peanuts

Click here to read more from the NHS Website

As your body changes, you may also find yourself feeling more tired than usual. It’s important to listen to your body and rest when you need to. Don’t be afraid to ask for help from your partner, family, and friends. Getting enough rest is crucial for both you and your baby’s well-being.

Emotionally, the first trimester can be a rollercoaster. It’s okay to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or even a little scared. Remember that it’s normal to have mixed emotions, and it’s important to communicate with your partner and loved ones about how you’re feeling. The First Trimester of Pregnancy is the most difficult in my opinion, In the second trimester most women find their symptoms have gone and they feel more “normal”.

Enjoy this beautiful time in your life, not all women are lucky enough to start this journey and I for one feel very happy that I was able to experience this precious moment twice.