First published at 20:29 UTC on August 9th, 2020.
We follow 10 women through the ups and downs of being pregnant during these strange times.
(Respect: to all Women and Expectant Mothers in the World - bless you)
Follow these simple pregnancy tips on safety and nutrition to stay healthy throughout t…
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We follow 10 women through the ups and downs of being pregnant during these strange times.
(Respect: to all Women and Expectant Mothers in the World - bless you)
Follow these simple pregnancy tips on safety and nutrition to stay healthy throughout the nine months before your baby arrives.
1) Staying Healthy Pregnancy:
If you're pregnant or , you probably know some of the basic pregnancy advice about taking care of yourself and the baby: or be around secondhand smoke, don't drink, and get your rest. Here are more pregnancy tips, from taking vitamins to what to do with the kitty litter, that can help ensure safe and healthy prenatal development.
2) Take a Prenatal Vitamin:
Even when you're still trying to conceive, it's smart to start taking prenatal vitamins.
Your baby's neural cord, which becomes the brain and spinal cord, develops within the, so it's important you get essential nutrients – like folic acid, calcium, and iron – from the very start. are available over the counter at most drug stores, or you can get them by prescription from your doctor.
If taking them makes you feel queasy, try taking them at night or with a light snack.
Chewing gum or sucking on hard candy afterward can help, too.
3) Exercise:
Staying active is important for your general health and can help you reduce stress, control your weight, improve circulation, boost your mood, and sleep better.
Take a or walk at least 15-20 minutes every day at a moderate pace, in cool, shaded areas or indoors in order to prevent overheating.
Pilates,, swimming, and walking are also great activities for most pregnant women, but be sure to check with your doctor first before starting any.
Aim for 30 minutes of exercise most days of the week.
Listen to your body, though, and don't overdo it.
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