by Jamie Reed posted in Pregnancy

Entering the third trimester is like advancing to a graduate course in pregnancy. You've passed the initial "intro" courses in the first trimester and flew through the tests and preparations required in the second. Now, the end is in sight and it's both thrilling and terrifying!
Probably the last thing on your mind right now (and the one thing everyone keeps telling you to do) is finding ways to relax. If you can steal a few minutes or hours away here and there to take care of yourself along the way, you and your baby will benefit. Here are a few ways to relax in the third trimester.
1. Treat yourself
New pajamas, soft socks, even comfy maternity bras can be a real treat these days. You could also go the spa route and get a massage for your aching back or a pedicure for your swollen feet -- any way to thank your body for all the hard work it's been doing. Even something as simple as an at-home facial mask can make you feel a little more rejuvenated. I love to apply a simple honey hair mask about once a week while I soak in a warm bath. It couldn't be easier: I just apply a tablespoon or two of honey to my palms and rub over my hair from roots to tips. I twist my hair into a knot and let the honey work its magic for 15-20 minutes before shampooing as normal. Since I've been doing this, the balance of oil in my hair is great and my hair has never looked healthier. This is a perfect example of not having to spend a lot, if anything...