Most of us love the summer – the long days coupled by warm sunshine make for a glorious few weeks. However, like most things, there is always an unpleasant side to  including bites, sunburn and stings.
 
Being pregnant will mean there are certain things you can and cannot use to relieve itches or bites so instead opt for these natural remedies instead:
 
Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe Vera is perfect for easing your sunburn. You can use the gel directly from the plant – they are cheap and easy to maintain so are a great purchase - or use a store bought gel.  Simply dab a cotton bud in the gel and apply to your skin.
 
Yoghurt
Generously apply some yoghurt onto your skin to ease any pain from the burn. It is great for nourishing your skin and the cooling effect with offer some relief from the heat.
 
Lavender essential oil
Lavender essential oil is great for preventing infections that can occur with stings. Make sure you remove the stinger before you apply it though. Don’t pinch it instead scrape it out with your nail otherwise you might push it further into the skin and cause infection.
 
Basil
Basil is great for relieving pains from stings. Simply crush the leaves in a pestle and mortar until you can see some of the juices coming out. Apply the juice to the affected area for some relief.
 
Chamomile
Chamomile is great for reducing inflammation making them ideal for insect bites and stings. All you need to do is pop a chamomile tea bag in some hot water and leave to cool before putting onto your bite.
 
Vinegar and seawater
If you are unfortunate to get a jelly fish sting you need to first remove any tentacles and soak the area with a mixture of vinegar and seawater. Obviously, if you don’t have any vinegar handy - which you probably won’t when you are on the beach - you can just use seawater.
 
Heat rash
Mix a little apple cider vinegar with water and rub the solution onto the rash using a face cloth. 

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