10 Things Every Pregnant Woman Actually Needs

If you’re currently pregnant, you’ve probably got a spreadsheet of itemized baby items that you will need in the coming year and your baby gift registry could rival a royal’s. Yet many expectant moms are so focused on the growing baby inside of them, they forget that they could use a little pampering themselves! Here are 10 ultra-useful tools every pregnant woman needs to have in their mom-to-be arsenal.

Canadian woman with beautiful pregnant belly

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Pillow buddy

An expanding belly can make sleeping comfortably nearly impossible. This pillow envelopes your curves so the only things disturbing your dreamtime are multiple trips to the loo.

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Track your belly

This info-packed mobile app from BabyCenter sends you a daily update of your baby's development, from which fruit is comparable by weight (blueberry to rutabaga) to what to expect from your own ever-changing body.

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Jeans saver

Delay the onset of maternity wear a little bit longer with this smart band that's worn around the waist by allowing you to discreetly leave your button open.

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Massage in a bottle

Treat your skin to a daily gulp of stretch mark-fighting goodness in this cocoa butter, Vitamin E, shea butter-packed luxuriously thick lotion that helps keep skin soft, supple and smelling fantastic.

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Prenatal vitamin

This all-in-one prenatal vitamin ensures you and your baby are getting all the right nutrients to aid the healthiest pregnancy possible.

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Picture perfect

That first snapshot of your baby is a precious keepsake. This sweet locket lets you preserve the moment while keeping it close to your heart.

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Maternity jeans

When you're pregnant and your belly starts growing to the point where you can't wear your regular pants, all you really want is a comfy pair of jeans! These Motherhood Maternity are the perfect pants to invest in.

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Candy crush

Well past the early morning sickness stage, weird inter-office smells or an overflowing curbside trash bin could send you into a serious spell of nausea. Keep these tummy-settling candies handy for quick relief on the go.

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Super soft slippers

Any expectant mother will tell you that the mere thought of bending over to put on socks and shoes is exhausting. These cloud-like slippers will keep feet toasty and comfortable without the hassle. Just be sure you remember to take them off when leaving the house.

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French teacher

From how to teach your newborn to self-soothe to raising a good eater, this book is filled with helpful, common sense-based tips cultivated from French parents that every mom-to-be can appreciate.

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