PRE-PREGNANCY PLANNINGPre-pregnancy planning is an optimal time to take note of your overall health and sense of well-being. This includes an evaluation of the following:
EXERCISING DURING PREGNANCYExercise in pregnancy has many benefits, including:
Many women ask the question, what exercise is safe to do when both trying to become pregnant and/or after becoming pregnant? While there is a lot of information out there, one safe basic principle is that what constitutes safe for each woman applies largely to her baseline level of physical activity. GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR EXERCISING SAFELY DURING PREGNANCY
Lifting WeightsFor weight lifting enthusiasts, it is safe to continue lifting, however, it is advised not to increase the amount of weight or reps while pregnant. This is recommended so that highly oxygenated blood and essential nutrients are not diverted away from the fetus to the recovering maternal muscle tissue. YogaYoga can be comforting, however hot yoga can be dehydrating and can be dangerous with movements such as deep twisting or backbends in later trimesters when the fetus is growing, especially as the ligaments are relaxed significantly during pregnancy which could lead to injury. Remember to hydrate actively. Cardiovascular ActivitiesSolo cardiovascular activity, such as walking, jogging/running are generally considered safe. Caution is advised with biking to avoid major accidents or falls. Other types of aerobics are generally safe as well so long as the expectant mother is following the basic principles above. Always talk with your trainer to discuss how you can modify both the intensity and duration of a workout as you progress in pregnancy while still staying active. Having a healthy baby is just as important as having a healthy new mama! Be Strong. Be Healthy. Be in Charge! from: speakingofwomenshealth.com by: Heather Foreman Hirsh, MD
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Dr. Jaspal SachdevDr.Jaspal Singh Sachdev is the Resident Consultant and Head of Unit of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Park City Medical Centre a Ramsay Sime Darby Hospital. Archives
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