WELCOME TO WEEK 39

How to Gently Recharge Right Now

This week, Ema shares five natural ways to gently boost energy when you’re running low.

Why Energy Can Feel So Low Right Now

As your body prepares for labour, it’s doing a huge amount of behind-the-scenes work. You might be sleeping lightly, moving slowly, and feeling emotionally stretched. All of this can leave you feeling physically depleted.

This week isn’t about forcing productivity. It’s about finding small, repeatable rituals that bring your system back online, even for just a moment.

Exposure to fresh air, sunlight, and greenery can naturally lift your energy and reset your nervous system.

Try this:
Sit in the sun for a few minutes, walk barefoot in the grass, or take a slow walk while noticing the colours, smells, and textures around you.

Gentle movement like walking, yoga, or light stretching improves circulation and brings more oxygen to your brain and muscles.

What helps:

  • A short prenatal yoga video
  • A lap around the block

Five minutes of mobility at home

A 20 to 30 minute nap can be enough to restore clarity and reduce that heavy, dragging sensation without disrupting night sleep.

Tip:
Set a timer, keep the room dark and cool, and let yourself fully drop in, even if you don’t sleep.

Protein-rich snacks help stabilise blood sugar, which plays a major role in sustained energy.

Supportive options include:

  • Boiled eggs
  • Yoghurt with muesli and hemp seeds
  • A handful of nuts or seeds

Oxygen is fuel. Deep belly breathing can help improve focus, reduce tension, and bring a wave of calm energy back to your system.

Try this:
Lie down and take five slow breaths into your belly. Inhale deeply, hold for a moment, and exhale completely. Let your whole body soften.

*The content on this page is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns regarding your health or pregnancy.

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