Tips for a Safe Pregnancy: Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS.
Pregnancy is the most beautiful phase for a woman. It brings fantastic delight, sense of fulfillment; but it also brings lot of modifications in your way of life, that needs compassionate professional care. Pregnancy in working females needs bit more attention towards dealing with day to day changes and managing the new You.
Working women require to adjust to the new physical and emotional changes during Pregnancy; and all at once highlight their best at the professional front. It's a beautiful journey that you should take pleasure in and value, instead of getting nervous or stressed.
Some tips from Dr Deepika Tiwari, Gynecologist & Obstetrician, Gurgaon, India; on how to make your journey comfy without jeopardizing your professional front.
1.Can I continue with my expert life, or I should take a break?
Pregnancy and your expert life can go hand in hand. I encourage all my patients to continue with their work till 3rd trimester of Pregnancy, unless recommended otherwise by your Doctor. Being engaged in work, and conference people professionally and socially will reduce your tension levels.
2.Is it safe to travel during Pregnancy?
You can safely travel throughout your Pregnancy till 3rd trimester (30 weeks of Pregnancy); unless recommended otherwise due to high risk Pregnancy.
Strolling is typically advised at all stages. Your Gynecologist might also advise on specific Pelvic exercises to enhance 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 helpful (as prescribed by your Doctor).
• Wear Comfortable loose clothing- Opt for Maternity Pants.
• Stay away from Active & Passive Smoking; and Alcoholic beverages.
Tips for a Normal Pregnancy Outcome.
" It's a MYTH that you need to consume for TWO during Pregnancy.
Rather, you ought to consider eating TWICE as Healthy. ".
CALORIE INTAKE: The normal requirement during Pregnancy is 300- 400 Kcal per day over & & above your regular intake. Daily calorie count ought to remain in the range of 2200- 2500 Kcal each day for singleton pregnancy.
In case of twins or triplet Pregnancy, an additional 300 Kcal each day for each fetus.
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 Doctor electrolyte balance, you need: 2-2.5 litres of water intake daily; Coconut water and so on, as recommended by your Doctor.
MORNING SICKNESS:.
Do's-- Small & & frequent meals; Keep your room well aerated for fresh air.
circulation; Eat Ginger & & Lemon.
Don't-- 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. Expert-- Cloudnine Hospital, Gurgaon.
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https://www.deepikatiwari.com OR WhatsApp @ +91-8447918981.