How do you cope with pregnancy headaches while taking care of other children?

Question

Hey supermoms! I'm expecting my second child and dealing with pregnancy headaches while taking care of my firstborn can be overwhelming. Any tips on managing the pain and still being there for our little ones? Let's share our experiences and support each other!

Answer

I have dealt with migraines every pregnancy during the transition between the first and second trimester, and they can be so rough! Usually for me, drinking caffeine and a drink like Gatorade with electrolytes in it and taking Tylenol, and then sleeping it off help. Usually once I reach about 16-17 weeks or so the headaches stop. 
If you are dealing with bad headaches into the third trimester, you might want to talk to your doctor and have them check your blood pressure just in case since severe headaches can be a symptom of preeclampsia starting. If you notice any swelling in addition to the headache call your doc right away.

How do you cope with pregnancy headaches while taking care of other children?

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