5 Amazing Benefits of Being Pregnant

Pregnancy comes with a package of benefits – besides giving you the apple of your eye. And, some of these benefits could last a lifetime. Surprised? So, get over those pregnancy blues and think beyond the funny waddles, the morning sickness, the mood swings, increased appetite, a heightened sense of smell and what not. Here are more reasons to celebrate pregnancy:

You Have A Cleaner Lifestyle

Of course, with pregnancy, you also get conscious of what you consume and what you do. You will manage to quit smoking with ease, unlike the non-pregnant ones who might need a rehab to give up cigarettes. You will be able to minimize your drinking as well. You will revert to eating healthy for many more months to come, this time with the intention of taking good care of your young one right from the time it’s in your womb. You give up silly and unhelpful diets that do you no good in the long run.

You Are Fitter Than Ever

Believe it or not, you might be doing much better than the gym-going non-pregnant women. Most women do not have a regular exercise routine before pregnancy. However, once they become pregnant, they become health conscious. They’ll take up regular yoga or prenatal exercise classes, which they wouldn’t have bothered about earlier. And after they have a baby, most pregnant women continue with this healthy lifestyle choice, helping them remain fitter for the rest of their lives.

You Are Relaxed And Positive

Mood swings are a thing during pregnancy, but they are also momentary. Most times, you are relaxed because you no longer see yourself rushing into things. You have the privilege of people being considerate to you, some might offer help to do your tasks, you have good reasons to procrastinate, and you will unload most burdens during pregnancy. Bless the pregnancy hormones that make you feel good.

The Pregnancy Glow

Indulging in healthy food habits during pregnancy does well for your hair and skin. Your skin glows, you may have a great complexion this time around. And guess what? Your nails will also grow stronger.

Pregnancy Boosts Your Longevity

Did you know that pregnant women seize some of their baby’s new cells to make up for their aging ones? The interesting phenomenon has been confirmed through studies whereby male stem cells have been found in the bone marrow of mothers who have boys. It might possibly explain why women outlive their male counterparts.