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Aquanatal classes near Barnard Castle
Teesdale Sports Centre, Teesdale Leisure Centre Strathmore Rd Barnard Castle DL12 8DS UK
Pregnancy is the time to cherish, the time to think of your new baby, the time to enjoy every moment. Pregnancy also brings some health issues with it. So if you are also facing them, don’t be upset as these are common issues of this time. Here are a few tips to overcome them: Nausea: If you are facing nausea, try eating small meals frequently rather than eating one large meal at one time. Try to not keep your stomach empty for longer hours. Avoid eating outside and have a balanced diet. Backache: It is always advisable to sleep on your left side. Sleeping on left side also ensures that your baby is getting the right nutrient. Avoid sleeping on your back for longer hours. Always get up by first turning on your left. Do not stand straight as it burdens your back. Consult your doctor for exercises which can help you avoid backache. Laziness: You feel lazy and tired most of the time. Listen to your body and take proper rest. Leg Cramps: Leg Cramps is another common problem of pregnancy. Take food rich in calcium. Have Coconut water, milk and drink lot of water. If the problem persists or is […]
Normal Vaginal Delivery is the process of giving birth to the bay normally. Normal vaginal delivery is good for both mom and baby. Pregnancy exercises are helpful for normal vaginal delivery with fewer complications. Consult your doctor or midwife before doing exercises. Exercises for Normal Vaginal Delivery Walking – Walking is a simple exercise and is one of the best. Walk at least 30 minutes a day. Don’t have too much speed in walking. Swimming – Swimming is a good exercise during pregnancy. It helps to strengthen your body. The water makes you feel as a weightless body and you have relaxation. It can improve blood circulation and gives you a good sleep. First go for slow sessions and gradually increase your duration of swimming. Pelvic Tilts or Angry Cat – They are simple exercises that helps you in labor and strengthens your back. It helps to reduce your back ache during pregnancy. Aerobics – Regular, low impact aerobic exercises are good for your health. It helps to improve your breathing and physical fitness and thereby benefits the baby. Stretching Exercises – Stretching exercises should be done carefully. It helps you to relax and make you more flexible. It can […]
Iron is an essential nutrition during pregnancy. Iron deficiency anemia occurs when your red blood cell is less than the required count. During pregnancy, iron helps create haemoglobin for you and your baby. Lack of haemoglobin can cause tiredness, breathlessness and can have severe complications like preterm delivery, infant mortality, or low birth weight. How much Iron is needed during pregnancy? A normal person needs 18 mg of iron every day. During pregnancy, this intake should be around 27 mg every day. What are the causes of low iron? Lack of Iron in your diet: If your diet does not contain enough of iron, you might get iron deficiency. If you are a vegetarian, ensure you also get proper vitamin C in your diet so that your body absorbs the iron you take. Loss of blood: If you have any previous surgery experience where you had lost a lot of blood, you can be the case of iron deficiency. Women with high blood loss during periods can also get iron deficiency. Lack of Iron Supplements during Pregnancy: Pregnancy is a period when your body need more iron, not only for you but also for your baby. Consult your doctor and […]