This is a list made to be shared, menfolk, friends, sisters, mothers and existing offspring all need to read this and immediately start a campaign of pampering and treats because if you’ve got an expectant Baby Mama in your life right now, she needs a few treats.
She is likely suffering from debilitating wind, heartburn, hormones and a multitude of aches and pains along with all the other shit human gestation can throw at you.
5 Brilliant Treats to Pamper Your Pregnant Baby Mama:
1. Manicure voucher
Okay, this one’s fairly obvious but a manicure or a pedicure while pregnant really is a lovely treat and when you can’t reach your own feet having someone else rubbing them and polishing them up nicely is a must.
2. Afternoon tea
Afternoon tea is hands down the ultimate pregnancy activity. It trumps going out to dinner as it takes place in the daytime when the very pregnant will surely (just about) manage to stay awake for the duration. The abundance of cake makes up for the alcohol drought. And it’s got mini sandwiches – is there an occasion in the world that can’t be improved by mini sandwiches? I think not.
3. Movie Marathon
Movie marathon sounds like a cop out, but its success is largely treat-dependent; warm popcorn, homemade brownies and a good supply of jellies is a must. Also watching cute movies about the joy of making babies is always fun when you’re in the process yourself. See our Top 10 Movies To Watch While Pregnant for inspiration.
4. Killashee Hotel, Kildare
A trip away (with or without you and any other offspring you may already have) is the ultimate in pregnancy pampering. Killashee Hotel, stunning 4-star destination in Kildare has a gorgeous spa that does a full range of massages and treatments for mamas-to-be. Or splash out on a full day package comprising full body maternity massage, Elemis taster facial, a light lunch (served in The Bistro), mini manicure and mini pedicure for €210. For maximum brownie points you can tick two out of five on this list in one full swoop by bringing your preggo mama for Afternoon Tea in Turners at Killashee Hotel. The gorgeous room overlooking the terrace and gardens is the perfect spot for a grown-up treat, while the cakes – including mini banoffi pies and white chocolate and coconut truffles – are to die for. Visit Killashee Hotel for more information.
5. Write her a love letter
The love letter in many ways the easiest thing on this list but it has to be by the most meaningful by far. Even if you’re terrible at words just write a list of the ten things you love best about her, stick it in an envelope and post it to her.
Do it; she’s carrying your spawn for god’s sake, DO IT NOW….
Hey Pregnant mama, got someone in your life who needs to read this list? Tag ’em in the comments and let the pampering begin…
