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Aquanatal classes near Chester
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Most of the women experience backache during pregnancy. The intensity of the pain varies from woman to woman. During pregnancy your body releases a hormone relaxin, which makes the ligaments in your body softer. This can put strain on the joints of your lower back and pelvis which may cause back pain. In addition to this, the extra weight that you gained during pregnancy, poor posture etc. cause strain on your joints that will lead to back pain. How do I prevent backache in pregnancy? There are many methods to reduce back pain. You should consult your midwife or doctor so they can suggest you some ways to control back ache. Some ways to reduce back pain include: Maintain a good posture while sitting, standing and in your day to day activities Avoid Heavy Weight Lifting. Try safe lifting techniques like bending your knees by keeping your back straight. In case you need to lift weight, try balancing it on both sides. Use flat heel shoes. High heels during pregnancy is not advisable. Avoid twisting your body Don’t bend too much while cleaning or doing other jobs. Try comfortable sleeping posture in a firm mattress. Have regular exercises – some […]
Constipation is a common problem during pregnancy. Almost half of the women pregnant complained of the same. The reason behind this is the ongoing hormonal changes in your body. These hormones make your muscles relaxed leading to even relaxation of muscles in your digestive tracts which keeps the food to hang around longer. Treatment of Constipation during pregnancy Pregnancy is a time when you need to avoid medicines as much as possible. In case of constipation, few lifestyle changes can help you get some relief: 1- Improve your diet: Include fiber-rich foods like whole-grain cereal, whole wheat bread, pulses, brown rice, fruits, and vegetables. A regular fiber-rich diet will add a difference to your digestion in the long run. 2- Drink plenty of water: Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Try drinking warm water if the constipation is too much. 3- Avoid Iron Supplements: Constipation can also occur due to iron supplements you take during pregnancy. If the iron is too high in the supplement you are taking, consult your doctor and change your supplement. 4- Exercise regularly. Regular exercise like walking, aquanatal, yoga, etc. It can help reduce constipation. Try to be active during your pregnancy as this […]
Calcium is considered an important nutrition in a women’s life. It is needed more once she is pregnant. Calcium helps build the bones, teeth, and skeleton of the baby. It also helps develop baby’s strong heart and muscles etc. The expected calcium intake in an adult is around 1000 mg daily. In pregnancy, it should go up to around 1400 mg daily. If mother is not getting enough calcium, the baby will take it from mother’s bones. Even mother’s body is producing more calcium during this phase to protect her and her baby. If you are not getting enough calcium from your diet, ask your doctor to give you calcium supplements. Food that provides enough calcium Milk: Milk has high source of calcium. It is good to have two glasses of milk every day to ensure that your calcium is up to the mark. However, with age people stop drinking or liking the milk. In case you are one of them, you should consider including milk in smoothies, soups, cereals etc. Yogurt: Yogurt is another best option to have during pregnancy. It is not only rich in calcium but is also many people’s favourite. Add one to two bowls of […]