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precautions when you are pregnant

We're pregnant. And now that? Caring for a woman during pregnancy

During pregnancy it is very important that the woman take care of herself and, above all, pamper herself (and a lot). You will surely receive thousands of tips on the care during pregnancy, what you should do and what not.

However, there are some pregnancies that can lead to special problems, and some women may also have some problems. For this reason, you should always be in direct contact with your doctor or your midwife and have regular check-ups to check your condition and that of your baby.

Next, we will tell you everything you need to manage your pregnancy in the best possible way, the care you need and what to avoid, so that everything goes in the best possible way.

What do you need to have a good pregnancy?

The decision to become pregnant as a couple - or as a single parent - is one of the most important you will make. Therefore, it is key that both of you take special care with your physical well-being. It is essential that you are physically healthy, but you also have to be mentally calm, prepared and, above all, happy.

Optimal emotional health

Emotional and mental health is one of the keys during pregnancy. Avoid startles and situations that can cause you nerves. Use relaxation and meditation techniques to help you feel better.

Regular checkups

Visit the gynecologist regularly for proper prenatal follow-up. Within the pregnant woman care, you have to take into account the baby's state of health, always having the possibility of consulting a specialist about any questions you may have.

Food

During pregnancy, you will have to eat for two: for you and for your baby. This is not the time to skimp on food, but you do need to be in control of it and know the good and bad foods.

Healthy and balanced diet

Eat a diet rich in vitamins and minerals, such as folic acid, iron, calcium or iodine. 

The diet must be as varied as possible: cereals, legumes, dairy, fruits or vegetables, without forgetting meat and fish. In addition, you should try to eat avoiding ultra-processed foods and excess fat. The diet tips that helped you improve your fertility and get pregnant will also help you now. 

Complements and supplements

To complete this healthy and balanced diet, your thing would be that you add vitamin complexes such as folic acid together with other supplements rich in minerals that help the good development of the baby, avoiding deficiencies in weight or the dreaded spina bifida.

 

Remember that you can also take infusions made specifically to alleviate the discomfort of the first trimester.

Hydration

Good hydration will always be included in a healthy diet. Drinking plenty of water to facilitate good hydration is essential for both you and the baby. It is always important to maintain good hydration, but if your pregnancy is in the summer, you will notice the need to hydrate even more: the heat, and the “extra load” that pregnancy puts on your body, can take their toll. Remember that to hydrate yourself, the best option will always be water. Avoid sugary drinks. 

Exercise

Exercising will bring you many benefits: emotionally, it will help you to be calm; and physically, it will help the pregnancy weight to increase regularly and without large weight gains. You can do sports, always ensuring that it is suitable, or, at least, that the coach adapts it: yoga, swimming, walking or Pilates can be good options. 

 

Correct rest

Rest and, above all, sleep as much as the body asks of you is a fundamental requirement to be in good shape. At the beginning of pregnancy you may want to sleep at all hours, it is normal. The second trimester you will notice yourself with a lot of energy ... Take advantage of it, because in the final stretch, it is possible that you feel more tired than usual and feel - again - the need to sleep a lot. Listen to your body and offer it what it asks of you.

What to avoid in pregnancy?

During these special months, you will notice some changes in you, in your body and in your mentality that will modify your routine. Adapt, your body is preparing to ensure good health for you and your baby.

 

It is good that you also know what to avoid now that you are already pregnant.

Cleaning your cats' litter box

There is a disease, called toxoplasmosis, caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which can cause complications during pregnancy and can even lead to abortion. 

Cats are carriers of this parasite, which is lodged in their feces. Therefore, it is recommended that the cleaning task be done by someone else.

Alcohol, tobacco and other drugs

It is no secret that these substances can cause serious problems for the baby during pregnancy, causing malformations, addiction syndrome or premature death. If you used them before pregnancy, you should stop now.

Some harmful foods

There are a number of foods that are bad for pregnant women. In this case, you should avoid eating raw meat or fish, patés or spreads derived from meat and some delicatessen products, such as Serrano ham. If you find it difficult, you can freeze these sausages and consume them after having spent a few days in the freezer.

Certain medications

During pregnancy, take special care with medications that you take, especially with those who do not need a prescription to acquire them, since some may have contraindications for pregnant women. The best thing in these cases is that you consult with your doctor.

X-rays during pregnancy

X-rays are not recommended for pregnant women and unless they are in contact with radiation. There are studies that show that to affect the fetus, there must be a very strong radiation or do the X-ray directly on the uterus. In any case, such exposure is not recommended to avoid greater evils.

Excess caffeine

Within care during pregnancy, it is advisable to avoid excess coffee or drinks with a high caffeine index, such as mate. It is recommended that the amount of coffee that can be ingested per day is 300 milligrams, the equivalent of about 3 cups of coffee. If you are one of those people who love good coffee, you will have to reduce your consumption a bit.

Following these tips to the letter can save you unnecessary trouble during your pregnancy. You only have to take into account certain aspects in your day to day to avoid complications with your pregnancy and with the health of your baby.

Tell us: how are you managing your pregnancy?

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