Tips for a Safe Pregnancy: Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS.
Pregnancy is the most beautiful phase for a woman. It brings fantastic happiness, sense of satisfaction; but it also brings lot of changes in your way of life, that requires thoughtful expert care. Pregnancy in working ladies demands little more attention towards managing everyday modifications and dealing with the new You.
Working women need to adapt to the new physical and psychological modifications during Pregnancy; and concurrently draw out their best at the professional front. It's a lovely journey that you must delight in and cherish, instead of getting anxious or stressed out.
Some tips from Dr Deepika Tiwari, Gynecologist & Obstetrician, Gurgaon, India; on how to make your journey comfortable without compromising your expert front.
1.Can I continue with my professional life, or I should take a break?
Pregnancy and your professional life can work together. I recommend all my patients to continue with their work till 3rd trimester of Pregnancy, unless advised otherwise by your Doctor. Being taken part in work, and conference people professionally and socially will lower your stress levels.
2.Is it safe to travel during Pregnancy?
You can safely travel throughout your Pregnancy till 3rd trimester (30 weeks of Pregnancy); unless advised otherwise due to high threat Pregnancy.
Walking is generally suggested at all stages. Your Gynecologist might also encourage on specific Pelvic workouts to improve chances of Normal Delivery.
3.Tips that can assist me stay comfy during Office Work?
• Take short walk after every 2-3 hrly.
• Drink Plenty of Water.
• Take Small treats to avoid hypoglycemia- Fresh Fruits/ Dry Fruits.
• Avoid intake of Tea/ Coffee/ Aerated drinks- Replace it with Coconut water/ Fresh Juice.
• Frequently alter your sitting position.
• Antacids/ Anti-Emetic medications should be kept convenient (as prescribed by your Doctor).
• Wear Comfortable loose clothes- Opt for Maternity Pants.
• Stay away from Active & Passive Smoking; and Alcoholic drinks.
Tips for a Normal Pregnancy Outcome.
" It's a MYTH that you Gurgaon require to eat for TWO during Pregnancy.
Rather, you should think about consuming TWICE as Healthy. ".
CALORIE INTAKE: The common requirement during Pregnancy is 300- 400 Kcal daily over & & above your routine consumption. Daily calorie count need to be in the series of 2200- 2500 Kcal per day for singleton pregnancy.
In case of twins or triplet Pregnancy, an extra 300 Kcal each day for each foetus.
Pregnancy cravings are common- Avoid Fried food and oxygenated soft drinks; opt for fresh fruits & & fruit juices without preservatives.
BABY NUTRITION: The fetus derives its nutrition from the Amniotic fluid. To preserve maximum fluid and electrolyte balance, you need: 2-2.5 litres of water consumption daily; Coconut water and so on, as recommended by your Doctor.
MORNING SICKNESS:.
Do's-- Small & & regular meals; Keep your room well aerated for fresh air.
circulation; Eat Ginger & & Lemon.
Do not-- DON'T Skip Meals; Avoid Lying down just after meals.
WHAT TO AVOID DURING PREGNANCY:.
Maggi, Pineapple & & Raw Papaya; Raw Seafood; Undercooked Meat & & Poultry.
DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.
Based upon interview with Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS, Director- Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kimaya Healthcare, Gurgaon; & Sr. Consultant-- Cloudnine Hospital, Gurgaon.
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