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CARE OF MOTHER DURING PREGNANCY
Weight gain during pregnancy :-
Weight gain varies from woman to woman and from pregnancy to pregnancy. Average weight gain in pregnancy is about 10 to 12 kg and may be a little more in multiple pregnancies. Excessive weight gain is not desirable because it puts more strain on the back and leg muscles and makes it more difficult to knock off the excessive weight after delivery. Also it may lead to difficult delivery. The woman puts on 1-2 kg of weight in the first 3 months, 4-5 kg in the nest 3 months and 4-5 kg in the last 3 months.
Clothing and shoes :-
Loose clothes are recommended to reduce discomfort and well-supporting and comfortable bras are to be used. High-heeled shoes should be avoided as it changes the center of gravity of the body and the pregnant woman due to the protruding abdomen has a tendency to fall. Hence only flat shoes with soles that are non slippery are to be used.
Work and Travel :-
A woman should continue with her routine throughout pregnancy, but should not undergo severe stress or fatigue. There should be adequate rest periods in between work. Women with problems in previous pregnancy such as threatened abortion /preterm delivery should minimize physical activity.
In the first trimester, long distance travel is to be avoided to prevent miscarriage. Auto rickshaw and two wheeler rides should be kept to the minimum. Flying in a pressurized aircraft entails no risk. During long journeys, one should keep changing positions and stretching intermittently to maintain blood circulation. It is also advisable to avoid travel in the 9th month of pregnancy.
Sex during Pregnancy :-
Sex is permissible in pregnancy, but preferably avoided in the first trimester and during the last 6 weeks. Pressure on the abdomen during coitus is to be avoided. Sex is contraindicated if there is a previous history of pregnancy loss.
Exercise in Pregnancy :-
Exercise improves blood circulation, strengthens muscles, keeps the body supple and flexible and improves recovery post delivery. Exercises to the point of exhaustion are to be avoided. Sit-ups and double leg lifting that cause a severe strain on the abdominal muscles are to be avoided. Sudden jerky movements should not be made.
Practice of yoga during pregnancy is very useful. Asana are useful for physical mobility whereas the Praanaayams (relaxation techniques) are useful in labour and helps in easy delivery. Asanas like sukhasana, padmasana, parvatasana are useful. Stretching asanas like yastikasana and Talasana (without raising toes) are also useful. For relaxation, Shabasana, Dhradasana and Nispandabhava can be done.
Sleep :-
It is advisable to sleep on one side especially the left with the hips and knees slightly flexed to ensure maximum blood supply to the baby. Avoid sleeping on your stomach and in later months of pregnancy do not sleep on your back.
Last created on 07-05-2004
Last updated on 18-11-2006
Weight gain varies from woman to woman and from pregnancy to pregnancy. Average weight gain in pregnancy is about 10 to 12 kg and may be a little more in multiple pregnancies. Excessive weight gain is not desirable because it puts more strain on the back and leg muscles and makes it more difficult to knock off the excessive weight after delivery. Also it may lead to difficult delivery. The woman puts on 1-2 kg of weight in the first 3 months, 4-5 kg in the nest 3 months and 4-5 kg in the last 3 months.
Clothing and shoes :-
Loose clothes are recommended to reduce discomfort and well-supporting and comfortable bras are to be used. High-heeled shoes should be avoided as it changes the center of gravity of the body and the pregnant woman due to the protruding abdomen has a tendency to fall. Hence only flat shoes with soles that are non slippery are to be used.
Work and Travel :-
A woman should continue with her routine throughout pregnancy, but should not undergo severe stress or fatigue. There should be adequate rest periods in between work. Women with problems in previous pregnancy such as threatened abortion /preterm delivery should minimize physical activity.
In the first trimester, long distance travel is to be avoided to prevent miscarriage. Auto rickshaw and two wheeler rides should be kept to the minimum. Flying in a pressurized aircraft entails no risk. During long journeys, one should keep changing positions and stretching intermittently to maintain blood circulation. It is also advisable to avoid travel in the 9th month of pregnancy.
Sex during Pregnancy :-
Sex is permissible in pregnancy, but preferably avoided in the first trimester and during the last 6 weeks. Pressure on the abdomen during coitus is to be avoided. Sex is contraindicated if there is a previous history of pregnancy loss.
Exercise in Pregnancy :-
Exercise improves blood circulation, strengthens muscles, keeps the body supple and flexible and improves recovery post delivery. Exercises to the point of exhaustion are to be avoided. Sit-ups and double leg lifting that cause a severe strain on the abdominal muscles are to be avoided. Sudden jerky movements should not be made.
Practice of yoga during pregnancy is very useful. Asana are useful for physical mobility whereas the Praanaayams (relaxation techniques) are useful in labour and helps in easy delivery. Asanas like sukhasana, padmasana, parvatasana are useful. Stretching asanas like yastikasana and Talasana (without raising toes) are also useful. For relaxation, Shabasana, Dhradasana and Nispandabhava can be done.
Sleep :-
It is advisable to sleep on one side especially the left with the hips and knees slightly flexed to ensure maximum blood supply to the baby. Avoid sleeping on your stomach and in later months of pregnancy do not sleep on your back.
Last created on 07-05-2004
Last updated on 18-11-2006
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