Victoria Leisure and Fitness
Tuesday 0945
Kirsty Wildish & Jodie Taylor
Term time only
Aquanatal classes near Southport
Victoria Leisure and Fitness, Southport
Is it safe to have sex during pregnancy? Many couples have this question in mind. They just don’t want to risk the baby in any way. In most of the cases, it is absolutely safe to have sex during pregnancy. However, if you have any complication during your pregnancy and your doctor has advised to have complete bed rest or other sort of precautions, they will inform you or you should feel free to ask this question to them. In such cases, you might be advised to avoid having a relationship during your pregnancy to avoid any further complications. Will sex during pregnancy harm the baby? In normal pregnancies it does not harm your baby in any way. Your baby is in your placenta which is much inside your body and protects your baby in many ways. Sex during pregnancy will not harm the baby. The protective covering of the baby – the amniotic fluid and strong muscles – will keep the baby safe. Will Sex Trigger Labor? Again if you are having a normal pregnancy, you need not worry about anything. However, in case of complications, your doctor will advise you to avoid it. You might want to consult […]
Folic acid also known as Vitamin B9 is one of the most important vitamin you need to take before conception and during pregnancy. Your midwife or doctor would have already recommended you to take a prenatal vitamin which includes the daily recommended requisite of 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid before and during pregnancy can help prevent birth defects of your baby’s brain and spinal cord. You can also top it up every morning with a bowl of dry fruit and fortified cereal (corn flakes / oats). Why do I need Folic Acid, what are the benefits? Folic acid is very important for the development of a healthy foetus. Folic acid can reduce the risk of neural tube defects (NTDs) significantly. Your baby’s neural tube may not close correctly due to the lack of Folic acid and she could develop the following health problems Spina bifida: incomplete spinal cord development Anencephaly: incomplete brain development Cleft lip and palate Premature birth Low birth weight Miscarriage Poor growth in the womb Preeclampsia Heart disease Stroke Some types of cancers Alzheimer’s disease What is Folic Acid and when should I start taking Folic Acid? Folic acid is a form of a Vitamin B called […]
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 […]