What to do with a pregnancy necklace after the birth

Short answer: After the birth you can keep wearing your harmony ball, store it as a keepsake, reuse it for a second baby or pass it on. Keep it out of the baby’s reach, because babies grab necklaces.

Keep wearing it

Many women do. The chime reminds them of the pregnancy, and a pendant you love doesn’t stop being yours when the bump goes. Shorten the chain if you want it closer to your chest.

Wearing it around a baby

A baby will grab a necklace. When you are holding your baby, tuck the pendant inside your top or save it for evenings. Read our safety notes.

Put it away as a keepsake

Other women put theirs away with the scan picture and the hospital band. Wipe it with a soft cloth, let it dry, and store it in its pouch. See how to clean a harmony ball.

A second baby

You can wear the same necklace again. Polish it, check the clasp, and consider adding a new stone or an engraved medal with the second baby’s name or date. Personalising a pregnancy necklace explains the options.

Passing it on

Some women give the necklace to a sister or a friend for her own pregnancy, or keep it for their daughter. A card with the story makes it more special.

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