Tips for a Safe Pregnancy: Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS.
Pregnancy is the most lovely phase for a woman. It brings great joy, sense of fulfillment; but it likewise brings great deal of modifications in your lifestyle, that needs thoughtful expert care. Pregnancy in working ladies demands little more attention towards handling everyday modifications and handling the new You.
Working women need to adjust to the new physical and psychological changes during Pregnancy; and at the same time bring out their best at the expert front. It's a stunning journey that you must enjoy and cherish, instead of getting distressed or stressed.
Some tips from Dr Deepika Tiwari, Gynecologist & Obstetrician, Gurgaon, India; on how to make your journey comfortable without jeopardizing your professional front.
1.Can I continue with my professional life, or I should take a break?
Pregnancy and your expert life can go together. I advise all my patients to continue with their work till 3rd trimester of Pregnancy, unless encouraged otherwise by your Doctor. Being participated in work, and meeting people expertly and socially will decrease your stress levels.
2.Is it safe to travel during Pregnancy?
You can securely travel during your Pregnancy till 3rd trimester (30 weeks of Pregnancy); unless advised otherwise due to high threat Pregnancy.
Walking is usually suggested at all stages. Your Gynecologist might also encourage on certain Pelvic workouts to improve opportunities of Normal Delivery.
3.Tips that can help me remain comfortable during Office Work?
• Take short walk after every 2-3 hrly.
• Drink Plenty of Water.
• Take Small snacks to prevent hypoglycemia- Fresh Fruits/ Dry Fruits.
• Avoid usage 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 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 need to consume for TWO during Pregnancy.
Instead, you need to think of consuming TWICE as Healthy. ".
CALORIE INTAKE: The typical requirement during Pregnancy is 300- 400 Kcal each day over & & above your regular intake. Daily calorie count must be in the variety of 2200- Doctor 2500 Kcal daily for singleton pregnancy.
In case of twins or triplet Pregnancy, an additional 300 Kcal each day for each fetus.
Pregnancy cravings prevail- 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 & & 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. Consultant-- Cloudnine Hospital, Gurgaon.
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https://www.deepikatiwari.com OR WhatsApp @ +91-8447918981.