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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

Wilbur Allain Memorial Stellar Award Presented

Family, friends and team members gathered on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 to formally recognize and congratulate Krizel Aquino, Intensive Care Unit Charge Nurse, recipient of the Wilbur Allain Memorial Stellar Award.

 

Krizel is the night charge nurse in the Intensive Care Unit and is a unit leader. Her work ethic is Stellar and she is the go-to person on the unit for all of our CCU patients who are high acuity. Her knowledge of all the specialty devices used for the care of CCU patients makes her a valuable employee for the care and transport of our most critical patients. She is an employee who reports to duty when her skills are needed even on days off. She is often found sharing her expertise in critical care with other staff members.


Krizel is deserving of the STELLAR award as she is responsible, ethical, kind, compassionate, knowledgeable, reliable, loyal employee. A great example of what makes out team here at the hospital the best choice for the people in our community.


This award is dedicated to our clinical personnel who consistently demonstrate excellence in patient care, embodying the highest standards of professionalism, compassion, and expertise. Named after Wilbur Allain, a revered figure in our organization who epitomized dedication to clinical excellence, this award aims to recognize and celebrate the outstanding efforts of our clinical staff and direct caregivers.

 

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