
Physical Activities for Infants – What you need to know
Did you know? Spending time playing with your baby at this age can lead to them being more active when they are a toddler.
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Pregnancy is exciting, exhilarating and totally different for every woman. Here is a list of some common pregnancy concerns plus some positive action steps you can take that might help make your pregnancy all it can be.
Pregnancy is exciting, exhilarating and totally different for every woman. Here is a list of some common pregnancy concerns plus some positive action steps you can take that might help make your pregnancy all it can be.
Pregnancy is exciting, exhilarating and totally different for every woman.
Below is a list of some common pregnancy concerns plus some positive action steps you can take that might help make your pregnancy all it can be.
Though no one really knows why they occur, countless moms have had them, for everything from watermelon and chocolate to chilli sauce on ice cream.
Action steps for when you have a craving:
Nausea and vomiting are the plight of many moms-to-be, especially in the first trimester. The cause is unknown and may be due to hormonal changes or lower blood sugar during early pregnancy. As the name suggests, it often occurs in the morning but can strike at any time of the day!
Tips to put into action to help manage morning sickness:
Pregnancy hormones relax your intestinal muscles and slow the movement of food through your intestine. Your baby is also putting pressure on your intestines, slowing down the process even more.
Act on these simple remedies that may help to get things moving again:
Leg cramps are very common during pregnancy however it is not known what exactly causes this. A feeling of heavy legs, ‘pins and needles’ edema (severely swollen ankles) results from extra fluid in the tissues of your body. If you have these symptoms there is no harm in talking to your healthcare professional about them and to adopt some good habits.
Tips:
If the swelling is concerning you, discuss with your healthcare professional.
Heartburn—a burning sensation in the middle of your chest—can occur because your baby’s weight is pushing on your stomach and intestines. Because stomach acids are squeezed into the esophagus and the muscle at the bottom of the esophagus relaxes, it creates the uncomfortable burning sensation we know as “heartburn.”
See if these dietary changes can help to ease your heartburn:
Check with your healthcare professional before taking any over-the-counter antacids or tablets.
Vegetarian and vegan diets are safe during pregnancy if they’re well planned with high-quality proteins and a good balance of whole grains, fruit, vegetables and healthy fats.
Follow-up with these additional action steps:
Your healthcare professional may speak to you about your blood pressure. Gestational hypertension (high blood pressure that occurs during pregnancy) requires the attention of your healthcare professional.
Before becoming pregnant:
Throughout your pregnancy:
Having twins or other multiples means needing more calories. Discuss with your healthcare professional what your energy and nutrient requirements will be.