Third Trimester Realities vs. Expectations: Managing Weight Gain, Sleep Struggles, Back Pain, and My Favorite Maternity Wear

Biohacking with Brittany - A podcast by Brittany Ford

In this episode, I dive into the nitty-gritty of navigating the third trimester of my pregnancy, all while maintaining focus on holistic health and well-being. I talk about the importance of comfortable maternity wear, and how I've managed to stay healthy without feeling run down.  I also touch on my sleep struggles, and the supplements and brands that have made pregnancy more bearable.  Listen in as I give an open and honest look at navigating pregnancy and preparing for the arrival of my baby.   I TALK ABOUT:  06:00 - The experience of moving houses during my third trimester 09:30 - Weight gain in my third trimester and how I felt about it 16:00 - What clothes I wear while I’m super pregnant: Bumpsuit (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) 25:00 - Maternity wear recommendations: Juunaday (code: BRITTANY), Legoe Heritage 30:00 - Getting my hair and nails done during the third trimester 35:00 - How I solve my problems with sleep: Magnesium (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) 37:00 - Struggling with baby brain and how I plan to get my brain back to normal postpartum 39:00 - Overcoming debilitating back pain 44:00 - Why I slowed down my exercise routine and what I’m doing now 47:00 - My baby shower experience and recommendations 55:00 - My third trimester experience overall   SPONSORS:  Enhance your healthspan and boost your everyday cellular function with Mimio daily cell care. Use BIOHACKINGBRITTANY at checkout to save.  Try Recomnd’s Man+ Formula and Lady+ Formula to increase your libido, energy and stamina, and Clear Focus for mental clarity. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY to get 20% OFF today.     RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today!   Relieve heartburn, acid reflux, bloating, and indigestion by by doing this easy, at-home baking soda stomach acid test. My Amazon storefront Past podcasts: my second trimester experience, second trimester biohacks, first trimester experience and biohacks     LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music   784701