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Healthy Holiday Habits for Expecting Mothers

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Healthy Holiday Habits for Expecting Mothers

December 4, 2025

The holiday season is a time for celebration and connecting with family and friends. But, if you are expecting, you may also feel the pressure of balancing all the festive traditions with the physical and emotional needs of pregnancy.


Jillian Henry, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, has a few realistic healthy holiday habits to help you feel your best while still enjoying the season.


Keep a Balanced Plate

When possible, fill half of your plate with fruits and half with vegetables. Enjoy your holiday favorites, including desserts, in moderation. No need to skip them entirely!

Stay Hydrated

Holiday foods are often salty, and indoor heating can increase dehydration. Keep a bottle of water with you, and consider adding electrolyte or flavor packets if that helps you drink more. And of course, avoid alcohol throughout pregnancy.

Prioritize Rest

Holiday schedules can be draining. Be sure to incorporate quiet time to rest and nap. Give yourself permission to say no to certain events or stay for shorter periods of time.

Body Movement

Movement supports energy circulation and mood. Try taking short walks after meals. Always remember to listen to your body and avoid overdoing it.

Manage Holiday Emotions

The holidays can be emotional and overwhelming. Here are a few ways to help you cope: deep breathing for 2-3 minutes, remind yourself you can say no without guilt, and don’t forget to ask for help with cooking, shopping or hosting events. Most importantly, focus on joy – not perfection. It’s okay if traditions look a little different this year.




Jillian Henry, NP, OB/GYN

IMC Announces Visitation Changes

Changes to visitation at both Main and North will go into effect tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1st, at 8 am.

  • Outpatient Testing and OB Outpatients: Patient Only  (Exceptions: patient is a minor or is developmentally challenged)

  • Inpatients at Main and North: Patient will identify one asymptomatic visitor per day during established visiting hours. Visitor may not stay overnight.

  • Inpatient Rehab: Asymptomatic visitor allowed during established unit visiting hours

  • Inpatient Behavioral Health: Asymptomatic visitor allowed during established unit visiting hours

  • Inpatient Laboring Moms: Spouse/Partner allowed

  • Special needs patient: (i.e. developmentally challenged) Spouse/Partner OR family member 

  • Pediatric Patients: Two parents or guardians

  • End-of-Life Patients: Spouse/Partner or Adult Family Member. Adult defined as 18 or older.

  • Surgery: One designated adult for surgical patient ( pre- and post-surgery) Visitor may not stay overnight.

  • Emergency Department: One designated adult only, if patient is a minor or is developmentally challenged. 

  • COVID-19 positive patients or Covid-19 pending patients: No visitors

Reminders: 

  • No visitor under 18 will be allowed to enter either facility.

  • Anyone who enters either facility will be screened and must wear a mask at all times. 

  • Visitation is subject to change.

We appreciate the cooperation from the community in keeping everyone safe.



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