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Health and Fitness in Pregnancy and Delivering a Healthy Baby
Health and Fitness in Pregnancy and Delivering a Healthy Baby
by David Arnold Livingston
Pregnancy is when women are most beautiful, when there's another life
being nurtured inside the mother's womb. This act of creating life,
though, is not without its complications, and expectant soon-to-be
mothers should do their best to keep their health in optimal condition,
for their sake as well as the unborn child's. Even the common cold can
affect the pregancy. So what are the steps to take during pregnancy?
Here are a few tips and suggestions.
The first step in pregnancy is to visit a doctor and have yourself
examined for any possible complication, get your pap smear, blood test,
the works; also make sure that you get as much information as possible
to help make sure your pregnancy is being handled properly. Of course,
it is best to take great care in choosing a physician, a midwife, a
hostpital, and all the necessary staff in the pregnancy. Make sure that
they are just as concerned for the baby as you are
Pregnancy makes it all the more important to maintain a healthy diet
especially since there's another life at stake. The intake of folic acid
(necessary for embryo development and cell growth) should begin as soon
as possible. Another important supplement that might be needed is iron,
for healthy blood, and for the development of the bones and teeth of
the baby. Do not overdose on the seafood intake as fish tend to have
high levels of mercury. The recommended weight gain during pregnancy is
around 25 to 30 pounds -- on healthy food, of course.
As metabolism increases during pregnancy there is larger loss of water,
which should be compensated by drinking more water than usual.
Exercise is an important part of a healthy pregnancy, though, of course,
pregnant women shouldn't exert extreme amounts of effort. It is best
for expectant mothers without complications to work out at moderate
intensity for 30 minutes a day. It is important, though, to first
consult with your physician before working out.
While it's important to keep physical health at an optimum, emotional
health should also be taken into consideration. Disorders such as
depression can lead to loss of appetite and weight, sluggishness,
irregular sleeping habits and disturbances in motor activity, as well as
an intensified presence of feelings of worthlessness, incapability, or
guilt. Pregnant women are more susceptible to this, and they will need
an extraordinary amount of support from peers and family. Counseling and
meditation have also proven to be successful in treating this disorder.
But as an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure, and
prevention may just save your pregnancy. Introspection may help;
examining your capabilities as a mother, past relationships, etc. Don't
forget to take your needs seriously. Work with your partner and don't be
shy to get professional health.
Pregnancy can be a nine month tribulation of passing gas, nausea, and
heartburn. It is a period of bonding with an unborn child, wondering
about your child's purpose in life, feeling every hearbeat and kick with
amazement. To avoid any later regrets, take care of your health. And
enjoy life.
"In her own interest, every pregnant woman should make a habit of never
entering a room without making a note of the quickest way of getting out
of it and into either fresh air or a bathroom." --Audrey Hull
Great advice Audrey!
About the Author
David Arnold Livingston is passionate about Health, has assisted his
spouse in supporting her during her pregnancy and suggests you visit, as
a resource: http://www.seepregnancy.com/
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