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Just like in most animals pregnancy invokes primal instincts in humans as well. The nine months of pregnancy prepare you mentally and physically for the arrival of your offspring. During the last few stages of pregnancy your body will send you signals to make arrangements for the newest member of the house. This is common among various species like cats, rabbits etc. This urge to clean, organize and make arrangements especially for the baby is called nesting, and is referred to as desire to ready home for the new baby. Since some people argue that it is seasonal, it is sometimes referred to as “spring cleaning.”
Nesting usually occurs in the 38th -39th week of pregnancy. During the final stage of pregnancy there is an increased surge of adrenaline in the body. This surge affects the nervous system which results in increased heart rate, blood flow and strength. Hence, during nesting mothers get energetic and hyper.
When the nesting urge hits make the most of it by doing something productive and preparing for childbirth. Old folklore believes that when nesting suggests that you are nearing labor. You can put your energy to good use by preparing the house for the baby’s arrival. Here are some of the activities you can indulge in-
Even though your adrenaline rushes and motherly instincts urge you to get off the couch and get busy, do not get carried away. Here are a few precautions and tips to keep you from harm’s way during the nesting phase.
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