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Is Your Partner On Bedrest For Her Pregnancy? Give Her A Spa Treatment At Home

You want to do something special for your pregnant partner and you might have thought about giving her a day at the spa. Unfortunately, if she's on bedrest, the spa day will seem out of the question. Bedrest doesn't have to keep you from pampering your partner. In fact, if she's been on bedrest, she might enjoy a bit of relaxation. Here's the perfect way to create a spa experience for your partner.

Foot Soak

During pregnancy, feet can swell. You can create a relaxing foot soak that will make your partners feet feel so much better.

Supplies You'll Need

• 1 cup of warm water

• 3 drops of mild dish detergent

• 2 teaspoons of olive oil

• 2 teaspoons of lemon juice

• Small bowl

• Soft cloth

Directions

1. Place all of your ingredients in a small bowl.

2. Place your partner's hands in the solution and allow them to soak for about 15 minutes.

3. Pat them dry with a soft cloth.

Soothing Milk and Honey Facial

If your partner hasn't been able to care for her face while she's been on bedrest, she might appreciate a soothing facial.

Supplies You'll Need

• Small bowl

• 6 tablespoons of milk

• 3 tablespoons of honey

• 1 raw egg

• Soft wash cloth

Directions

1. Place the milk and honey in a small bowl.

2. Mix until you have a smooth consistency.

3. Add 1 raw egg and mix well.

4. Rub the mixture on your partners face.

5. Get the wash cloth wet with warm water and place it on the mask.

6. Allow it to sit for about 15 minutes.

7. Use the wash cloth to gently wash the mask off of your partners face.

Mud Treatment

It's not a spa day without a relaxing mud treatment. Your partner will be able to lay in bed and enjoy this homemade mud body mask.

Supplies You'll Need

• ¾ cup of cosmetic clay ( you can find this at any beauty supply store or at a local spa)

• 4 tablespoons of water

• Clean towels

• Bowl of clean water

• Wash cloth

Directions

1. Place the cosmetic clay and water in the bowl.

2. Mix the ingredients until it forms a thick paste.

3. Apply the mud mask to your partner's arms and legs.

4. Place warm towels over the mask and leave in place for about 10 minutes.

5. Remove the towels and use the wash clothes to rinse the mud off of your partner.

If your partner has been on bedrest during her pregnancy, it might be time to treat her to a day of pampering. Use these simple recipes to give your partner the pampering she deserves. When the baby comes and she is free to move around, you can send her for a real spa treatment at a place like Luxor Nails And Spa.