Women face many problems during pregnancy. These problems can make the most important phase of a women life painful. Such problems should be taken care of at the right time to avoid any complications. Women have complaints regarding their health during entire pregnancy. Problems like backaches, acidity, breathlessness, complexion changes, fatigue, fluid retention, headaches, depression, morning sickness, indigestion, stretch marks, varicose veins and sleeping difficulties are most common.

Some women have only minor problems while some other remains troubled throughout their pregnancies. Doctor’s prescriptions are good for reducing any problem. But doctor also advise to minimize the use of drugs during pregnancy. The excessive use of drugs can have harmful effects on the developing baby. In this scenario, home based remedies works best. These remedies have generally no side-effects and can be used to treat simple problems of pregnancy.

Headache can be treated by taking warm water bath. Massaging the head with a good balm also helps in getting relief from it. Mild exercises which help in reducing stress can be done. But proper care should be taken before beginning any exercise. Lemon and honey can be used for curing cough and runny nose during pregnancy as they are safe. Backaches can be reduced by putting hot and cold packs on the back. Massage is also useful. Sleeplessness can be reduced by taking early walk daily. Keeping your self away from the stress is the best remedy for this problem.

Swelling feet is the commonest problem of pregnancy. It can be reduced by drinking lime mixed lukewarm water daily. Buttermilk is also an effective home remedy for swelling feet. Make a habit to drink buttermilk daily. Sesame seeds have warming properties and therefore can be used for treating swelling feet. To cure vomiting, mix fennel, lemon and rose oil. Massage upper chest and lower part of waist with it. Problem of fluid retention can be treated by massaging the body by mixture of eucalyptus, geranium and lavender oil.

It is also important to watch your diet. Eat a balanced and nutritious diet. Foods rich in proteins, vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates should be made part of the diet. Drink sufficient water. Water detoxifies body and cures the problems of constipation, indigestion and acidity in its own natural way. Footwear should be comfortable so that foot pain can be avoided. Take few precautions and home based remedies to cure the pregnancy problems in a healthy way.