Being pregnant is an unforgettable experience. One day, after your soon-to-arrive baby has grown older, you'll tell her about the thrills you enjoyed and challenges you endured while carrying her. Today, however, you're living through these events. They're affecting your daily life. The constant discomfort, lack of balance, and persistent fatigue dovetail with a growing "to do" list that pushes your stress levels skyward.

This article will provide five easy-to-implement tips that will help alleviate your stress. You might discover that making the following changes will ease your anxiety and help you enjoy the rest of your pregnancy.

#1 - Prioritize Yourself Over Others

Saying no to friends and family is difficult, especially if they have done favors for you in the past. That said, being pregnant is a special time that deserves special consideration.

If someone you know requests a favor, avoid saying yes before you have had a chance to consider it. Tell that person you would like to think about the request and respond the following day. If it is a low-priority item, decline and let the person know you'll be happy to help out after your baby is born. You'll be surprised by how much stress is relieved once you prioritize yourself over others.

#2 - Rekindle The Romance

As you move through your third trimester, you may not feel like going out on dates with your partner. That's understandable. By the end of the day, your energy levels have begun to wane. But consider this: when your baby arrives, you'll have precious few evenings alone with your partner. It will be difficult to spend time together outside the company of your little one.

Make time to go out on dates with each other before your baby is born. Most couples find the time they spend together helps them cope more easily with the challenges of raising a newborn. As a side benefit, you'll feel your stress evaporating as you and your partner enjoy each other's company.

#3 - Seek Professional Pampering

Having a professional give you a pedicure can seem like an oasis in a sea of stress when you're pregnant. You'll find it all but impossible to think about the chores awaiting you at home. Instead, the pampering gives you an opportunity to forget the worry and discomfort you're feeling.

When your little one finally arrives, you may not have the chance to enjoy pedicures - at least, not as often as you might like. Take advantage of them now. A relaxing foot massage can melt your stress away and dramatically improve your mood.

#4 - Say No To Current Events

Have you ever noticed that news - whether on television, in newspapers, or online - is rarely pleasant or positive? It's always negative. Oddly, most of us grow accustomed to staying informed about current events, even when doing so adds very little to our lives.

Say no to the news. Take a break from it for a few days. You'll find that when you come back to it, you won't have missed much. More importantly, your mood will improve after having been isolated from the constant negativity.

#5 - Connect With Friends And Family

When you're pregnant, take the time to connect with your friends and family. Schedule time to get together for coffee or lunch. Chat and enjoy each other's company, away from the stresses that dominate your day. After your baby is born, you'll have very little time to indulge yourself or spend time with those who are important in your life. Now is a perfect opportunity to reestablish these connections.

Even though pregnancy is a deeply-rewarding experience, there are also periods of stress. Invest time in yourself, your partner, and your loved ones. As you do, you'll feel the stress dissipate and find yourself enjoying your remaining time as a mom-to-be.