Dos and don’ts in pregnancy

Dos and don’ts in pregnancy

Pregnancy is a time to be careful and happy. Here are some health tips for pregnant women for a healthy and safer pregnancy.

Dos in pregnancy

After the pregnancy is confirmed, visit a gynaecology doctor. Folic acid supplements should be started immediately to prevent spinal cord effects and chromosomal anomalies in the baby.

Nowadays, folic acid supplements are prescribed 3 months before pregnancy.

The woman might be feeling nauseous during the first three months of pregnancy. It is important to take medications that the doctor prescribes to avoid nausea.

NT (Nuchal Translucency) scan and a blood test would be recommended in the first 3 months of pregnancy to rule out chromosomal anomalies.

During the next three months, an anomaly scan would be recommended to check the organs in the baby.

Antenatal visits should be done regularly as recommended by the gynaecologist.

Getting the government registration number is mandatory.

Take iron and calcium tablets given by the doctor.

Eat a balanced diet (40% carbohydrates, 30% proteins and 20% micronutrients and multivitamins).

Instead of 3 full meals per day, go for 3 small meals and 3 snacks per day.

8 hours of sleep in the night and 1 hour in the afternoon is recommended for the pregnant mother.

Don’ts in pregnancy

Don’t take any medication without consulting the doctor

Avoid high spicy diet

Avoid high-fat diet

Avoid oily foods

Avoid doing heavy exercises without consulting the doctor

Avoid high-caffeine products

Avoid alcohol

Avoid sugary foods and drinks

Avoid wearing tight clothes and innerwear

Avoid wearing heels

Avoid traveling in the initial months of pregnancy

Dos and don'ts in pregnancy

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