How to Simplify your Makeup Routine During Pregnancy
With all the changes your body goes through during pregnancy, many women neglect to change their makeup routine during this all-important time.
Think about it - the increased level of hormones that affect your body during pregnancy can ALSO affect your skin as well!
The following guide offers helpful tips and tricks to simplify your makeup routine during pregnancy so you can look and feel your best during this special time.
Within your first trimester, you aren’t likely to want to spend 30 minutes doing your makeup in the morning. However, if you are used to wearing makeup before work, going without is likely to make you feel bare or naked. With that being said, think SIMPLE.
Take 5 minutes in the morning to do up your eyes and dab on a bit of lipstick. For an extra bit of color, apply a cream blush to your cheekbones and skip foundation. You’ll still look morning fresh without spending hours on your appearance.
If you find that your skin changes dramatically during pregnancy (i.e., it’s excessively oily or dry,) you probably need to switch your makeup tactics altogether. For dry skin, apply a good moisturizer before makeup. If you are suffering from pregnancy acne or oily skin, look for products specifically designed to combat oil and add those to your simplified makeup routine.
Also, stay away from any products that contain harsh chemicals or other ingredients that can irritate sensitive skin or complicate your pregnancy. You can even search for beauty products that are designed specifically for pregnant women to avoid worry altogether!
While taking hours to refine your appearance is unrealistic, a few minutes in the morning with a simplified makeup routine during pregnancy can work wonders for you. If you are used to wearing makeup, these tips will help you look and feel your best without spending precious time in front of the mirror!
Free Baby Stuff and Coupons
Who doesn’t love free things?
Let’s face it - babies are expensive. Between formula, diapers, clothing and everything else your baby needs, it can add up quickly!
That’s why I’ve compiled the following list to help you out. Browse for money saving coupons on everything you buy for your baby and even sign up for complimentary baby samples.
Mom’s View offers a huge list of discount coupons and free samples for babies. You can sign up for a complimentary sample of diapers, baby formula, baby food and more. You’ll also find discounts on what you buy most including products from Gerber, Earth’s Best and Similac.
The company that’s been trusted for many years, Johnson’s also offers several money saving coupons on their baby products. If you need to stock up on bath goods for your baby, visit their website first for discounts on all the products you know and love.
Babies Online offer free samples for baby formula and parenting magazines. The list constantly changes, so check back often for new offers!
Gerber constantly has new special offers, available via their promotions page. Right now, you can find coupons to save money on their baby clothing line, food and even a promotional offer for a Lullaby CD to help soothe your baby to sleep. Check it out!
These websites are subject to change their coupons and/or sample offers periodically. If a particular offer is no longer valid, bookmark these websites and check back often for new free baby stuff and coupons on everything you buy most for your baby.
