Arizona in the summertime can be a bit taxing. With the extremely warm weather and the kids home from school, what do you do? Sometimes getting out of the heat can relax the mind, relax the body, and give everyone a much needed break from the 100-degree temps.
There are hundreds of things to do in Arizona during the summer, especially if you still want to enjoy the great outdoors. Breathing in that fresh air is not only great for you through your pregnancy, it’s great for the whole family. Of course, it can be difficult to breathe in that fresh summer air when you’re stuck in the valley heat, where the summer air can be nearly stifling. So, consider heading up north this month!
Stay in a Cabin
While ‘roughing it’ might not be your cup of tea, especially if you’re pregnant, there are many cabin rentals that offer wonderful deals during the summer months. From small and cute to enormous and classy, places like Pinetop, Greer, Flagstaff, Payson and Prescott have great cabin rentals for the entire family.
Sunrise and Snowbowl
During the winter, Sunrise and Snowbowl ski resorts are packed full of avid skiers and novices, and prices can be steep for a family. However, in the summer months these ski resorts turn into beautiful Arizona attractions, where the cool breezes and green vegetation can really set your mind at ease. Both ski resorts offer scenic lift rides, outdoor activities like hiking and biking, and lodging.
Summer Camps
From Flagstaff to Pinetop to Prescott, there are summer camps for kids of all ages in Arizona. If the summer heat is getting to the kids, consider a summer camp up north where cooler temperatures and fun rule.
Additionally, AZ OnTrack Summer Camps are FREE educational summer camps for Arizona students for summer of 2022. They are filling up fast so book ASAP. Learn more here.
While the Kids are Away
While the kids are away at camp, you can take advantage of an empty house with some much needed pregnancy pampering. Many local resorts right here in the valley offer amazing summertime pampering packages at a discounted rate. Consider a night and spa package at a Scottsdale resort. Maybe a weekend at the casino with amazing brunch, massage and some time by the pool.
Yes, it can get extremely hot and uncomfortable during the summer months here in Arizona, especially if you’re pregnant. So take a break from the heat and head up north, where the cool air will help to relax your body, perhaps help to release some of that swelling from the heat, and give you and your family a much needed vacation.
Summer Pregnancies
If you are worried about how the Arizona heat is affecting your pregnancy, read this and/or talk to your ObGyn provider. We have been through many summers here in the valley with many expectant moms, and can help you get through it safely and as comfortably as possible.
If you would like to meet with a knowledgeable doctor, consider contacting Women’s Health Arizona. As Arizona’s largest ObGyn group, we’re trained and solely dedicated to delivering the best ObGyn experience in convenient and comfortable settings around Phoenix.
