Tips for a Safe Pregnancy: Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS
Pregnancy is the most beautiful phase for a woman. It brings terrific joy, sense of fulfillment; however it likewise brings lot of changes in your way of life, that requires compassionate professional care. Pregnancy in working ladies needs little bit more attention towards handling day to day changes and managing the new You.
Working women need to adapt to the new physical and emotional changes during Pregnancy; and all at once bring out their best at the professional front. It's a beautiful journey that you ought to delight in and treasure, instead of getting distressed or stressed out.
Some tips from Dr Deepika Tiwari, Gynecologist & Obstetrician; on how to make your journey comfortable without compromising your professional front.
1. Can I continue with my professional life, or I should take a break?
Pregnancy and your professional life can go together. I recommend all my patients to continue with their work till 3rd trimester of Pregnancy, unless encouraged otherwise by your Doctor. Being taken part in work, and meeting people professionally and socially will decrease your stress levels.
2. Is it safe to travel during Pregnancy?
You can safely travel throughout your Pregnancy till 3rd trimester (30 weeks of Pregnancy); unless encouraged otherwise due to high threat Pregnancy.
Strolling is usually recommended at all stages. Your Gynecologist may also recommend on specific Pelvic workouts to enhance possibilities of Normal Delivery.
3. Tips that can assist me remain comfy 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 intake of Tea/ Coffee/ Aerated beverages- Replace it with Coconut water/ Fresh Juice.
• Frequently alter your sitting position.
• Antacids/ Anti-Emetic medications need to be kept handy (as prescribed by your Doctor).
• Wear Comfortable loose clothing- 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 eat for TWO during Pregnancy.
Rather, you should think of consuming TWICE as Healthy. ".
CALORIE INTAKE: The normal requirement during Pregnancy is 300- 400 Kcal daily over & & above your regular consumption. Daily calorie count must remain in the range of 2200- 2500 Kcal per day for singleton pregnancy.
In case of twins or triplet Pregnancy, an additional 300 Kcal daily for each fetus.
Pregnancy yearnings prevail- Avoid Fried food and oxygenated sodas; opt for fresh fruits & & fruit juices without preservatives.
BABY NUTRITION: The fetus derives its nutrition from the Amniotic fluid. To preserve optimal fluid and electrolyte balance, you need: 2-2.5 litres of water intake daily; Coconut water etc, as advised by your Doctor.
MORNING SICKNESS:
Do's-- Small & & regular meals; Keep your space well aerated for fresh air flow; Eat Child birth 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 on interview with Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS, Director- Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kimaya Healthcare, Gurgaon; & Sr. Consultant-- Cloudnine Hospital, Gurgaon.
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