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Pregnancy is the most important period in a woman’s life. She is really excited that now she is no more a girl and she will be given the most respectable title ‘the mother’. The newborn brings new birth to a lady and new life of hope. The entire family celebrates the arrival of new member of the family with full joy and happiness.

Aforesaid scene can only be created if the pregnancy had been maintained well. In other words, if the pregnant woman has nourished herself well and has taken care of herself and her fetus very well. Any mistake may turn into hazardous condition. There are lots of precautions to be taken during the entire period of pregnancy.

Apart from the nourishment, hygiene and stable mental status, a pregnant lady has to adopt certain postures in sitting, standing, walking and sleeping. They all play an important role in managing the pregnancy. As far as the sleeping posture is concerned, the latest technology makes is so easy to a lady that some pregnancy equipment s and accessories bear all the responsibilities of caring the baby that is inside the abdominal cavity of a pregnant lady.

Pregnancy pillows are one of the most caring equipment or products that provides best comfortable zone. During the entire period of pregnancy, the abdomen is the part that requires most attention and care. Pregnancy pillows are designed in such a way that it supports the lower back and growing stomach when you are sleeping. The adjustable flap between two support pillows allows you to adjust pillow at your level. You can sleep more comfortably and can turn over without any worries to adjust the pillow.

The pregnancy pillows measure from 18-60 inches depending upon the manufacturers and the size of the pillow. There are different pillows for different period or trimesters of the pregnancy. Some of the multi-positional maternity comfort pillow targets the area that needs relief the most. These pillows are C-shape design that fits to pregnant woman’s body’s natural curves. They are suitable for tummy tucking and hip and back support using which, you really feel relaxed and free from the backache.

Pregnancy pillows slightly curved and tucks snugly between the pregnant lady’s knees and conforms the body shape. They are also designed in a way that they can help relieving symptoms associated with arthritis, neck, back, fibromyalgia and hip pain. Pregnancy pillows are extremely useful when a doctor advises side sleeping to avoid preeclampsia or fluid retention.

Some of the pregnancy pillows are extra wide that can support to your entire body and not just a particular part. They have some parts in cylindrical shape that can support to shoulders, buttocks and back. Their shorter, bell-shaped section is ideally designed for abdominal or back support in later stages of pregnancy as in second and third trimesters.

Pregnancy’s most common feature is having backache. They just go hand-in-hand. Some of the special pregnancy pillows are designed to tackle backache during the pregnancy. The firm fire retardant foam and adjustable padded center tab allows an adjustment of both wedges, from minimum to maximum support. These pillows can give good relief from backache during pregnancy.

There are many benefits of pregnancy pillows. They aid in lying on your side to sleep and this position is best position for pregnant woman. Pregnancy pillows come in convenient carry handles that you can take them with you to the hospital or wherever you go. These pillows are designed in a way that they can be used for breastfeeding support. Pregnancy pillows are made up of 100% hypo-allergenic polyfil so they do not produce any allergens to the pregnant woman. The pillows can be machine washed and are to be dried in shade. They are generally stretchable and do come in attractive colors and patterns of your choice.

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thakshan

Is this the Product available in India? what is the cost? where can i get this Products? Please advice

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Yes...

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What a great blog

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