How to Keep Busy During Pregnancy Bed Rest

When you first found out you where pregnant the time seems to go slow. You probably couldn't wait to feel that little bump or the movement to start. Now you might be further along in your pregnancy and looking back that time seemed to go by rapidly. If the time came during your pregnancy that the doctor feels that bed rest might be crucial for your health and the health of the baby you have no choice but to listen. Although, bed rest feels like it will never end and the time goes so slow. The best thing you can do for your mind being is to keep yourself busy. Keeping yourself busy will pass the time swiftly. The following is a list of a dozen helpful tips to keep you busy during your pregnancy bed rest time.

- Rest is number one on this list. Sleep as much as possible, this is the time to get rest and sleep. When the baby comes along you will find less time for sleeping so now is the time.

- Read. Reading is a great way to learn about what to expect. Magazines and books.

- Fill in the baby books. Less time will be available once the baby's arrival so try to fill in the blank spots that can be filled in ahead of time.

- Scrap booking. Scrap booking is a great way to preserve memories of your baby. Get sheets set up and all you will have to do is insert pictures.

- Shop online for the arrival of your baby. This is made easy with wireless technology.

- Puzzle books. Not real creative but does pass time and keeps the mind sharp.

- Crocheting. Create a baby blanket. Explore the internet and you will find sites that will guide you step by step.

- Cross stitching. Some many baby items can be made in the way of cross stitching such as blankets, bibs, burping rags, etc.

- Picking out baby names and finding the meanings. Each name has a meaning and you will have the time to search what your little one's name will mean.

- Plastic canvas crafts. So many baby items can be made out of plastic canvas such as q-tip holders, tissue box covers, baby wipe box covers, etc.

- Call up friends you haven't talked to in a while. Phone calls will be far and few between once the baby comes along so now is the time to catch up.

- Find sites online that you can communicate with other women in your situation. Finding someone that knows how you are feeling will help you emotionally & physically.

I hope all of these can keep you busy during your pregnancy bed rest. Stay safe, listen to the doctor's advice and the time will go faster that you know it. Before you know it you'll be sending your child off to school and you will ask yourself where did all that time go?