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What is Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)? Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is a condition when a non-diabetic woman get diabetes during her pregnancy. Though it can happen during any time of your pregnancy but is more common during your second trimester. It is not dangerous if diagnosed on time and well treated. This can eliminate any risk that can occur during or after the birth of your baby. What are the causes of Gestational Diabetes? There are no specific causes of this condition. Any woman can get it during her pregnancy but women with below conditions are at higher risk: 1- If you are more than 35 years of age. 2- If you have any family history of diabetes. 3- If your previous baby had a higher weight (usually more than 4.5 kgs). 4- If you are overweight. 5- If you were diagnosed to have gestational diabetes during your previous pregnancy. 6- If your family origins are from south Asia, Africa, China, or Middle Eastern. What are the symptoms of Gestational Diabetes? Usually it does not have any major symptoms but some of the few things that might be faced are: 1- Increased Thirst 2- Increased Urination 3- Fatigue, Nausea, Tiredness 4- […]
What is the need of exercise in pregnancy ? Is exercise dangerous to baby? Maintaining a healthy routine throughout the pregnancy period is important for mom and the baby. Regular exercise is one of the main factors in maintaining a healthy routine. Most of the exercises are not harmful to your babies, however, you may consult your doctor or midwife before doing exercises and decide according to their advices. Benefits of Exercises During Pregnancy There are many benefits of exercises during pregnancy. Some of them are: Exercises makes you fit and active in your pregnancy period. Exercise can reduce your back pain. Exercises can maintain your weight which may be good in your pregnancy. Exercises can improve your mental health. It reduce the risk of diabetes and hypertension. You will get proper sleep when doing exercises. It can relieve stress. Exercises can make you flexible and improves your fitness. It strengthens your muscles. It helps you to maintain your body shape after pregnancy. It can help you have normal delivery. What kind of exercises are needed during pregnancy? Most of the exercises are safe during pregnancy, just ensure you are not stressing yourself much. You should also consider your doctor’s […]
Acidity is caused due to changing hormones during pregnancy. In the later months, it is more due to the increasing size of baby in your womb which is pressing your stomach and causing acidity. It is the most common problem which many women face during their pregnancy. Here are a few useful tips which can help you get the relief you need: Eat small meals rather than three big meals: Eat frequent smaller meals rather than eating three big meals. Avoid over-eating and eat slowly rather than eating faster. Eat healthy: Pregnancy is a time when our taste buds need different types of food. Try to keep your taste buds satisfied by eating healthy food. Junk can only worsen the acidity. Avoid Smoking / Alcohol: Smoking and alcohol can lead to bad effects on your health and worsen your acidity. Avoid them as much as possible. Increase your fluid intake: Try drinking lot of fluids specially water. Fluids will subside the acidity from your body and reduce indigestion. Avoid acidity triggers: You should notice if there is something in your diet that is causing more acidity. In some it is seen that fruit juices, chocolates etc. lead to acidity. Avoid […]