Taking care of your body while pregnant is of utmost importance.
As a hairstylist and/or salon owner, you are on your feet for long hours, working in repetitive motions and changing your posture. While this can be physically taxing to a normal stylist, it can be even more draining while pregnant.
Karla Valenzuela, Sam Villa Ambassador and Redken Artist (@kolor.me.karlaa), is pregnant for the first time. She opened her own suite recently, so she’s learned a lot about how to be on her feet all day while growing a human and a business, not to mention making her guests look and feel beautiful.
“I’m taking some time off and planning to go back to work, possibly with shorter hours so I can spend more time with my baby. I opened my own suite 5 weeks before I knew I was pregnant, so that’s holding me accountable and gives me something to look forward to when I’m back from maternity leave,” says Valenzuela, who also plans to create social content while at home to keep her guests/followers engaged.
Below, Valenzuela shares her tips for working behind the chair while pregnant: 
Karla Valenzuela, Sam Villa Ambassador and Redken Artist (@kolor.me.karlaa), is pregnant for the first time. She opened her own suite recently, so she’s learned a lot about how to be on her feet all day while growing a human and a business, not to mention making her guests look and feel beautiful.Courtesy: Amanda Acapello/Acapello Photography; Hair and Model/Karla Valenzuela
- Use tools that will make your life easier. Tendonitis is a symptom some women develop during pregnancy which can be very painful. Using a swivel shear will alleviate the tension on your hands as the shears allow for more free movement.
- A light-weight blow dryer is also key.
- As your baby gets bigger, you might feel back pain from standing long hours with the extra weight. Using a cutting stool with a supportive back rest and adjustable footrest can help.
- Have snacks handy and drink lots of water!
- Look for a prenatal chiropractor to help you get through the pregnancy and make your body feel as comfortable as possible while working.
