Your world changes the moment you learn a little human is growing inside you. You become excited about your new title as a parent, ultrasounds, creating their nursery, and all the tiny things that make the journey wonderful. You notice the changes your body undergoes and begin to work proactively towards the well-being of your child. To ensure a healthy pregnancy, you need to practice a healthy lifestyle. This will reduce complications such as congenital disabilities, anemia, and low birth weight. It will also make labor easier and ensure you lose postpartum weight faster (if this is something you’re interested in). Here are three tips that will help make your pregnancy healthier!
- Stay active
While pregnant, it is important to stay physically and mentally active. This will help you feel active and make your labor faster and shorter. It will also alleviate the risk of postpartum depression and preeclampsia. Whether you were active or not before pregnancy, it is essential to listen to your body and figure out what works for you in every trimester. If a particular workout doesn’t feel right, discontinue and try something different. If you weren’t active before getting pregnant, start with a 5-minute routine and progress slowly. Exercises like dancing, swimming, and brisk walking can make your heart beat fast and benefit you. Avoid high-risk activities like horseback riding. After 12 weeks, avoid lying on your back to exercise as it can cause issues with blood flow. Consider propping yourself on a cushion instead. You can also get recommendations from your doctor on the kind of activities you should do.
- Eat healthy and take your supplements
Eating healthy is crucial for you and your unborn child. What you feed on determines how well they grow. When it comes to your diet, starchy foods will provide the energy you need. Opt for nutritious carbs like whole grains, brown rice, and potatoes. While these starchy carbs provide fiber, you can get constipated if you don’t hydrate well. Double down on the omega-3 to ensure your child’s brain develops well. Please consult your doctor on when you can start consuming it and the portions you need. Certain oily fish contain mercury, which can damage the fetus, so go for sardines, salmon, and mackerel. While at it, stay consistent with supplements like folic acid and chelated iron. They will ensure oxygen gets to you and your child and protect them against spine and brain defects.
- Get regular check-ups
Prenatal care ensures you carry to full-term and deliver a healthy baby. Don’t hesitate to inform your medical professional about any changes or complications you are experiencing. A check-up will help determine how much weight you can gain during pregnancy to avoid complications. It will also help detect infections and other adverse conditions such as preeclampsia early. During your appointment, you can discuss your plans or expectations for labor and delivery, as well as postpartum and recovery. You will also receive adequate support and education so you can feel confident and prepared for the demands of childbirth and parenthood.
I hope these tips help you experience a lovely pregnancy! Congratulations!!
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