Nothing can compare to the joy women get when they receive news that they are pregnant. The difficult task is usually how to maintain a healthy pregnancy until delivery time. The care process can be overwhelming, and there are a lot of things that can go wrong. It is recommended that you visit a doctor often to get checked on your progress. Dr. Tamika K. Cross is a pregnancy specialist who understands what it takes to monitor and manage high-risk pregnancies. Book an appointment today.
Here are practical ways you can use to maintain a healthy pregnancy throughout the term:
1. Eat healthily
Remember, you are not just eating for yourself, but for the two of you now. However, you should try to avoid getting overweight. It is okay to give in to an occasional craving but only in proportional amounts. Instead, take more fruits, vegetables, healthy snacks, and whole grains to help the baby grow and maintain a healthy weight.
Talking about diet, it is not all about eating. Keep away from too much caffeine or processed foods. Additionally, you should not eat raw foods, rare meat, and raw sprouts. A healthy diet will reduce the risks of high blood sugar and diabetes.
2. Do not miss vaccines.
Vaccinations are essential to protect you and your child against harmful infections and diseases. It is recommended that pregnant women get vaccinations for flu and whooping cough if they are going to keep the pregnancy healthy. Other preventable diseases that can affect pregnancies include shingles and chickenpox. Start with simple measures like washing hands to keep away germs.
3. Avoid harmful substances
Tobacco and alcohol may have negative impacts and can result in the baby being born underweight. Nicotine can also cause other congenital disabilities. If you are already smoking, you should quit immediately after you get pregnant. According to studies, babies born of mothers who use such drugs can be born addicted and have a hard time going through a withdrawal period. It would help if you also were careful in daily activities to avoid exposure to lead and mercury. Things that raise your body temperature may affect pregnancy.
4. Stay hydrated
Drink a lot of water during pregnancy. Staying hydrated most of the time prevents related conditions such as sweating, constipation, hemorrhoids, and urinary tract infections. Water will also reduce the risks of premature labor. Doctors recommend eight glasses of water for an adult and ten for pregnant women.
5. Exercise
Exercising has two main benefits. The first one is that it will help you maintain a healthy body weight while the other one that it improves your overall health. Keeping fit will prevent conditions like obesity that may harm the pregnancy.
Specialists at Serenity Women’s Health & Med Spa consider your family and medical history on your first session. Based on the information collected together with your current health, they will determine the best plan to increase the chances of a healthy and successful delivery. They will also perform regular scans to monitor your pregnancy. Book an appointment today for personalized care.
