Tips for a Safe Pregnancy: Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS.
Pregnancy is the most stunning stage for a woman. It brings excellent pleasure, sense of satisfaction; however it also brings lot of changes in your lifestyle, that requires thoughtful professional care. Pregnancy in working women demands little bit more attention towards managing daily changes and dealing with 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 ought to enjoy 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 generally advised 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 comfortable throughout 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 beverages- Replace it with Coconut water/ Fresh Juice.
• Frequently change your sitting position.
• Antacids/ Anti-Emetic medications need to be kept useful (as recommended by your Gynecologist 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.
Instead, you must think of consuming TWICE as Healthy. ".
CALORIE INTAKE: The normal requirement during Pregnancy is 300- 400 Kcal each day over & & above your regular consumption. Daily calorie count should remain in the range of 2200- 2500 Kcal daily for singleton pregnancy.
In case of twins or triplet Pregnancy, an additional 300 Kcal each day for each foetus.
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 & & regular 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.