Pregnancy has humbled me, in more ways than one. From the back aches and pelvic pain, to the uncontrollable emotions and cravings. But it’s the exhaustion that has really knocked me off my feet.
And, compared to what I’ve seen lots of my friends go through, I’ve had it relatively easy. My side-effects have been mild, and I have been lucky enough to stay active and not develop any major complications so far. But given that even the most straight-forward of pregnancies expends the same energy as running an ultramarathon , it’s no wonder so many pregnant people are in desperate need of a rest and a break.
Creating new life is no joke. Babymoons have become the norm among my pregnant pals, particularly the first-time mums like me who don’t have other children to think about. In the delusion of my early second trimester – when my energy levels were peaking and I could still put my shoes on without groaning like a blue whale – I had visions of swanning about in a bikini, bump glowing under a blistering sun, fresh from a dip in the ocean, mocktail in hand.
But as things progressed, the thought of international travel and lying in the heat began to lose its appeal. Long airport queues, a claustrophobic flight, trying to relax while on a different land mass to my midwife and hospital – no thanks. But, I didn’t have to look far for babymoon staycation inspo.
Turns out, they’re all the rage. In 2022, actress Catherine Tyldesley stayed at a luxury spa retreat in Somer.
