Pregnancy week by week Do's and Don'ts. Is it possible for pregnant women? What to drink, what to eat and how to live - myths and truth

Why and what shouldn't be done for pregnant women

What can pregnant women do, and what not, and what can be the result of non-compliance with well-known recommendations? They are given by gynecologists and familiar experienced mothers, there are also popular councils, it should also be noted that sometimes they are not bad. There are restrictions on what pregnant women should not do in the early stages, but are allowed later. More about all this.

1. Douching. This is a previously widely used therapeutic action that was used for various gynecological diseases affecting the vagina. With the help of a syringe, women irrigate the vagina with a medicinal agent and receive a therapeutic effect. Moreover, the effect is local, not on the entire body, which is also often a plus.
However, it is impossible to do douching to pregnant women, since this procedure has a side effect - with a stream of liquid, an infection can be injected into the uterus, and this will most likely end in a disruption of pregnancy. Not to mention the fact that careless and inept actions can damage the walls of the vagina and the cervix. Doctors prescribe vaginal suppositories and tablets as a treatment for expectant mothers, it is much safer and more convenient.

2. Be stressed. A strong nervous shock can even lead to miscarriage or premature birth. Therefore, expectant mothers are not advised to read scary stories, watch crime news. Pregnant women should not go to funerals and cemeteries, at least if possible. But if everything is clear with the dead, the expectant mother should not really look at them, then why do they say that she should not go to the temple of God? Some superstitious people argue that this is a bad omen. Remember, it is not true that pregnant women should not go to church.

3. Fasting, eating an unbalanced and low-calorie diet. Losing weight for the mother is also dangerous for the child, as he may not receive additional nutrients. And as a result of this, to lag behind in its development from the terms of gestation, to be born weak and low in weight. Especially in the early stages, pregnant women should not limit themselves to natural vitamins. Since the lack of, for example, folic acid can provoke the most severe, incompatible with life malformations of the embryo. You need to eat varied. A pregnant woman's menu should include cereals, vegetables, fruits, dairy products and meat every day.

4. Smoking and drinking alcohol. Pregnant women are absolutely not allowed to do this. A woman, even during the planning period of pregnancy, must abandon bad habits so dangerous for the unborn child. But if the pregnancy came unplanned and, for example, in a state of alcoholic intoxication, it should not be interrupted only because of fear of the child's health. Since the ovum is not yet developing, it is not connected with the maternal organism by the circulatory system, most likely, everything will go well. If the embryo is damaged, then in the very first weeks of pregnancy, the ovum will stop developing, or a spontaneous miscarriage will occur.
Drinking alcohol by a pregnant woman, even in small quantities, reduces the intelligence of the child. Smoking is less dangerous, but also almost always leads to hypoxia (lack of oxygen) in the child, delayed weight gain.

5. Pregnant women should not take medicines, biologically active additives, vitamins, if they have not been prescribed by a doctor. Ideally, the less a woman takes any "chemistry" during pregnancy, the better. Only folic acid and potassium iodide are needed, according to indications in the second half of pregnancy, calcium and iron supplements.

6. Undergo some examinations. For example, in the first trimester of a pregnant woman, an X-ray cannot be done, especially if more than 2-3 weeks have passed after ovulation - conception. Ultrasound is considered a safe test, but nevertheless it is better not to undergo it outside the screening periods and without a good reason.
As for gynecological examinations, they are safe and will not provoke a miscarriage. There is no need to be afraid of them. Even colposcopy - examination of the cervix with a special optical device is safe, although it should be performed only on strict indications, as it can cause discomfort and hypertonicity of the uterus in a pregnant woman.
It is possible and necessary to treat the teeth of expectant mothers. Untreated infection can even lead to intrauterine fetal death. Do not be intimidated by dentists. They use only safe, approved drugs as anesthesia during pregnancy.

7. Pregnant women should not lift weights, as this can provoke at least hypertonicity of the uterus or even termination of pregnancy. In the early stages, detachment of the ovum may occur. And after 16 weeks, strong stress can provoke a rupture of the fetal bladder and a late miscarriage.

8. Do gymnastics not intended for expectant mothers. Here are some exercises not to be done by pregnant women, for example:

• to strengthen the muscles of the press;
• slopes;
• any exercises that are performed while lying on your back (raising your legs, for example); - jumping;
• and any others that can provoke hypertonicity of the uterus - pregnant women should not raise their arms with various weights, for example, with dumbbells.

9. Eat food that can cause poisoning or intestinal infection. That is, you cannot eat meat with blood, raw eggs or cooked soft-boiled, soft cheeses. Poisoning or intestinal infection is very dangerous, especially in severe cases, when dehydration sets in, and it becomes necessary to take strong antibiotics.

10. Sit cross-legged, stay upright for a long time- all this can provoke puffiness and venous congestion. And if you practice this often, then symptoms of varicose veins may appear. An expectant mother, especially during a long period of pregnancy, needs to rest more, and when resting lying down, it is advisable to raise her legs a little higher than head level.

11. Visit the bathhouse, sauna, take a hot bath. Here's what pregnant women should also not do in order to avoid termination of pregnancy. There are many stories of women bleeding after visiting a bathhouse, for example. A hot bath can lead to fainting by rapidly lowering blood pressure.

12. Sleep on your back. For long periods of time, this is not only inconvenient, but can also lead to a lack of oxygen in the fetus, since with this position of the body of the expectant mother, her inferior vena cava is compressed.

14. Do not communicate with young children if you have not previously tolerated chickenpox (chickenpox) and rubella and have not been vaccinated against them. Rubella infection in the first trimester is an indication for artificial termination of pregnancy.

15. Do not go to public places. If possible, limit your visits to the clinic, shops, travel by public transport. Everything in order to avoid infection with infections transmitted by airborne droplets.

These are all self-evident recommendations. But there are very ambiguous and incomprehensible ones. For example, it is not clear why pregnant women should not shop before the baby is born. After all, then it will not be at all before. And every woman wants to choose a stroller, crib, bath and other baby things to her taste. However, there are well-known folk signs for pregnant women, what cannot be done - it is impossible to buy baby things before the birth of a child, as this can bring misfortune on him. This is a bad omen. Of course it's nonsense. And it is much more pleasant and calmer to buy everything in advance and without haste.

Another incomprehensible sign that pregnant women should not cut their hair. Allegedly, in this way, the mother shortens the child's life. This is superstition. It is harmful for a mother-to-be not to look after her appearance.

There are also very ambiguous signs on the topic of needlework. Allegedly, a pregnant woman should not sew, knit, embroider, etc. In fact, this pastime has a very positive effect on the nervous system. And you don't need to drink valerian to calm down, you just need to occupy your hands with needlework.

From all that has been said, it follows that you need to listen only to the recommendations of your doctor, and the rest, which are given by people without appropriate education, should be ignored.

One of the most important and difficult, both physically and psychologically, is the first trimester of pregnancy. Therefore, there are so many opinions about what should not be done by pregnant women in the early stages.

If you reveal all the cards in advance, then the restrictions are sufficient not only in the first, but also in the second and third stages of gestation. But for the sake of the child's health, you can be patient if you can't do something.

It is imperative that women remain active during pregnancy. The loads are selected based on the well-being, physical fitness and capabilities of the expectant mother.

Doctors indicate which exercises should not be done by pregnant women:

1. Download the press. Now the tummy has a wonderful reason to increase in size, and if women manage to restrain the appetite that increases during pregnancy, then the parameters will increase within normal limits.
2. Horse lovers will have to forget about it not only in the early stages, but also for the entire period of bearing a child.
3. Jumping into the water from a tower should be left in the past for a while. You can swim, but reduce swimming time and speed. Special classes in the maternity pool are encouraged. Water skiing should be excluded, there is a high risk of hitting the water hard. Deep diving will also be superfluous. Diving is associated with pressure drops, breath holding. The kid doesn't need it.
4. Exercise equipment and heavy sports equipment should not be used during pregnancy.
5. Alpine skiing and other extreme sports are prohibited. If there are no contraindications, there is sufficient physical fitness, you can go on ordinary skis on a flat track.
6. Cycling will have to be abandoned. This is not the best way to keep yourself in good shape in the early stages, and possible falls should not be allowed at all in any trimester.
7. There is no place for a pregnant woman on the playground for group sports. In the second or third trimester, an enlarged tummy will interfere with active movement, and accidental blows from rivals are not needed in the first.
8. It is better to replace running with walking. If your workouts were intense before pregnancy, you can shorten the distance and slow down.

Your gynecologist will tell you what types of physical activity you shouldn't do and what types of physical activity are welcome in the early stages of pregnancy.

Any complications - high blood pressure, manifestations of toxicosis, finding the uterus in good shape - is a reason to refuse physical activity. In this case, household chores and small walks will be a sufficient manifestation of activity.

For the early stages, any falls and injuries can be deplorable. Before continuing with your studies, you need to consult your doctor. And you certainly shouldn't take on your own health in the first trimester, if there was no stress at all before pregnancy.

X-rays: risks and consequences

One of the controversial points when discussing the topic of what can and cannot be done during pregnancy is fluorography. On the one hand, small doses of radiation will not harm the healthy body of an adult woman. But her body is now responsible for the healthy development of another life, and as a result of fluorography, the process of cell division may be disrupted.

Do not take X-rays during pregnancy, as this disrupts the development of the fetus.

Therefore, in the early stages of pregnancy (from the 3rd to the 20th week), it is recommended to refuse such a procedure. Its purpose is to find out the state of health of the future woman in labor. Tuberculosis is a dangerous disease and can be detected by radiation. But if there is no direct suspicion, the doctor in the antenatal clinic will ask for the results of the research of the husband and persons permanently living with the expectant mother.

X-ray is another technique for detecting pathology in the lungs. With some common features, there are differences between him and fluorography. Pathological changes during X-ray are recorded on the film, and the level of radiation is slightly higher. The doctor decides which method to use, but it is better for pregnant women to avoid both options.

There are a number of situations when fluorography or X-rays are still performed. When does this happen and what are the consequences for the fetus? For answers, we will conditionally accept both methods as equivalent.

Disputes about whether it is possible to do an X-ray or not at a later date are still ongoing among physicians. Therefore, while there are no specific answers, it is worth refraining from such diagnostic procedures at any month of pregnancy.

Ultrasound is a completely safe method during pregnancy, but X-rays cannot be done.

Habits and preferences. What is worth revising for the sake of baby's health?

In the first trimester, when the foundations of all the vital organs of the child are laid, the destructive habits of the mother cause maximum harm to the baby. Smoking and drinking alcohol should be completely eliminated. There can be no excuses here that a sharp rejection of nicotine, on the contrary, is not recommended by the doctors themselves, and a glass of wine can be drunk from time to time. These opinions are wrong.

Fasting, dieting and nighttime snacks are prohibited throughout pregnancy, starting early. Fractional full-fledged and varied nutrition is a guarantee of the health of the future son or daughter, and such a diet does not threaten a mother with a set of extra pounds. Overeating will be especially hard on the mother's well-being in the second and third trimester, when the grown fetus and the increased weight of the amniotic fluid will make gestation difficult.

Why else should you moderate your appetite? Being overweight can easily develop hypertension, and most likely, doctors will not allow you to give birth on your own. Caesarean section is far from the best resolution option. Therefore, nutrition (especially in late pregnancy) should be given special attention. Heavy and hard-to-digest food (for example, mushrooms) should be discarded in the early stages, in extreme cases, in the second trimester.

What to do if you really want to eat? At any stage of pregnancy, it will be useful to snack on nuts (but not more than a handful per day), banana, carrot, low-fat kefir.

What to do if the uterus is in good shape

The uterus is made up of muscles that are arranged in three layers: inner, outer and middle. They are firmly intertwined, but at the same time, the muscle tissue is very elastic. It is due to this that the child easily grows and develops the entire prescribed period, starting from an early age. If everything goes without complications, the muscles of the uterus are in normal tone. But their tension and reduction is called hypertonicity, and this condition threatens miscarriage.

The uterus can be toned due to stress, hormonal imbalance, infectious or other diseases. A feeling of heaviness or aching pain in the lower abdomen is one of the signs of hypertension. But due to individual differences, not all women describe such feelings. The doctor will determine the tone of the uterus during palpation or on an ultrasound examination.

To relieve hypertonicity, sedative drugs, hormonal agents and antispasmodics are prescribed. Bed rest (and more often hospitalization) is what it is recommended to do with the tone of the uterus.

We'll have to exclude any physical activity. Stressful situations at work and at home cannot be avoided, so staying in a hospital ward under medical supervision will definitely be beneficial. With hypertonicity of the uterus, you can not eat:

• salty food;
• products that cause gassing;
• celery, parsley and garlic.

Even seemingly harmless herbal tea can tone the uterus. This once again confirms the importance of consulting a doctor when developing a daily diet.

Signs and beliefs about prohibitions for pregnant women

Popular wisdom is not always right, so you should not take such advice as a mandatory call to action. So, we separate the rational seeds of signs from unfounded superstitions.

The sign that it is impossible to prepare a dowry has not been confirmed by any medical indications. You can safely buy diapers and undershirts. Pleasant chores, on the contrary, will cheer up, and if the mother is happy, then the baby feels good too.

Is it really impossible to give birth in a leap year?

Folk omens are often associated with an event such as a leap year. People associate him with a series of unpleasant tragic events that often fall on him. Naturally, fears grew into omens.

1. A woman should not have had her hair cut if the birth occurred in a leap year. This omen explained the birth of a mentally disabled child.
2. You cannot make repairs in such a year. In principle, a pregnant woman should avoid wallpapering and rearranging furniture. All the dirty finishing work must also be done by someone else.
3. Moving to a leap year will also be unfortunate. Excessive excitement and hectic fees when changing housing should be shifted onto the shoulders of relatives and not involve a pregnant woman.
4. Going for mushrooms this year can be a nuisance. It may be better to postpone walks in the woods alone, but being in nature and fresh air is extremely beneficial for mother and child.
5. If the child is born in a leap year, then close relatives of the parents should become godparents.

In general, all the signs about a leap year vied with each other to discourage getting married, divorcing, starting new projects, selling and buying something big. If you read the discussions, ask friends, opinions will be divided, which is not surprising. In such a year, people die and are born, some have fires, and some wins the lottery.

Advice can be given to the impressionable and gullible: even if childbirth falls on a leap year, you will not be able to change the situation in any way. You can believe in beliefs and do not cut your hair, just do not be nervous and do not overexert yourself, then your baby will be born healthy, beautiful and happy!

A few more recommendations on what to do in the early period of pregnancy

When the expectant mother has already got used to her interesting position, she needs to consider:

• Visits to the gynecologist cannot be neglected. In case of any deterioration in well-being, an unscheduled visit to the doctor should be arranged.
• Clothes with a cut that fit the figure can be worn, but skinny jeans and trousers should be discarded. Everything that presses on the growing tummy is removed to the back shelves of the cabinet.
• Sex is not prohibited unless there are specific contraindications.
• Salty food is prohibited. She is the main culprit for edema. The kidneys are already under significant stress, and the stagnation of fluid in the body of pregnant women threatens with complications.

At every stage of childbearing, including early pregnancy, attention should be paid to the prevention of stretch marks and the condition of the breast.

A woman who decides to become a mother should definitely know that the process of feeding a child begins from the moment of conception. That is why she needs to eat exceptionally healthy foods during pregnancy, this will help the baby to develop correctly and support the expectant mother in good shape.

The most important thing for a woman during the period of carrying a baby is to give preference to natural products and not be lazy to cook on her own, you need to be completely confident in the quality of food. The diet should be balanced and contain the daily requirement of minerals and vitamins.

Milk and dairy products

Hard cheese and cottage cheese contains a lot of useful substances:

1. Protein , which is an essential component of the composition of blood and lymph.
2. Vitamins B , increasing the "breathing" of body tissues, stamina and performance of the mother.
3. Iron and calcium essential for the formation of baby's bones, hair, skin and nails.
4. Folic acid it is very important for the correct formation of the fetus and the prevention of the risk of developing pathologies, strengthening the muscles of the mother's heart.

Natural yoghurt contains much more calcium useful for bones than ordinary cow's milk, and all bifidobacteria necessary for normal intestinal function. Yogurt is rich in zinc and protein, it will quench your thirst and reduce hunger. You can replace yoghurts with high-quality kefir.

They are a storehouse of nutrients necessary for the development of a baby of various microelements:

However, they have a high calorie content, and it is not desirable for the expectant mother to abuse nuts!

Fish and seafood

Everyone knows that she is a source of phosphorus. Fish products also contain one of the most beneficial vitamins D, which strengthens the bones and nervous system of a pregnant woman .

During pregnancy, women are better off eating lean white fish, preferably sea fish rich in iodine.

Meat, liver

An important building material for the cells of the body of the unborn child - protein, which is found in sufficient quantities in meat products. You need to eat lean meats - chicken, rabbit, beef, lean pork. In the preparation of meat dishes, it is better to do without seasonings.

The liver contains iron and B vitamins ... This is a must-have product not only for the baby, but also for the mother herself - she carries heavy loads during the happy months of bearing her baby. Many pregnant women may have a drop in the level of hemoglobin concentration and develop anemia; eating liver dishes will help to cope with this problem.

Eggs

They contain more than 10 useful vitamins and minerals for example, choline has an effect on the mental capacity of the unborn baby. In getting rid of the nausea that torments the mother in the first months of the "interesting situation", the chromium contained in this product will help. It is important to regularly eat eggs - both chicken and quail.

But not raw!

Rich in vitamins, fiber, trace elements and organic acids ... You can eat it in any form - raw, boiled, baked, in salads, which are best seasoned with vegetable oil or sour cream, but not mayonnaise.

Pay special attention to carrots, broccoli and avocados.

It is in these vegetables that the largest amount is contained:

Fruits and berries

Especially useful during pregnancy! Contains minerals and vitamins vital for baby's development. The most important thing is not to forget to wash the fruit thoroughly before eating it.

A small daily portion of strawberries, blackberries, raspberries increases the defenses of the baby's body. I would like to note the benefits of mango, it contains a lot of vitamin A, you can eat it in any form - raw, boiled, salted or sweet.

Legumes

Lentils from the entire "legume family" will bring the greatest benefit to the body of the expectant mother. It contains vitamin B-6, folic acid and iron which are necessary during pregnancy.

Cereals

For instance, oatmeal is rich in fiber, iron and B vitamins ... It is very useful to cook milk porridge with this cereal and add cereal to homemade baked goods. Oatmeal can help normalize digestion.

Spinach

The green leaves of this useful herb contain:

• Folic acid.
• Calcium.
• Vitamin A.

It is not difficult to grow spinach in your garden, on the balcony or on the windowsill. It occupies one of the most deserving places in the TOP-12 list! From this herb, you can prepare a lot of healthy dishes in the form of mashed potatoes, soups, side dishes.

Mushrooms

They are called "forest meat" and contain just a huge amount of vitamins B, E, C, PP, niacin and trace elements:

• Yoda.
• Zinc.
• Potassium.
• Phosphorus.

Mushrooms are very rich in protein substances - leucine, tyrosine, histidine, arginine ... It is necessary to use mushrooms with caution only from trusted manufacturers.

Butter

• The most beneficial for expectant mothers is olive "Liquid gold", it has a beneficial effect on the formation of the baby's nervous system.
• Sunflower oil saturates the body of a pregnant woman with vitamins E, A, D, improves the appearance of hair and skin.
• But butter you do not need to abuse - it contains a lot of calories. For the normal development of the baby, 50 grams per day is enough.

It is important for a pregnant woman to remember that good nutrition is the key not only to her health, but also to the correct development of the baby.

Pregnancy is a special time in the life of any woman, and the way of life while carrying a child can change significantly. It is important to remember that during pregnancy, some of the factors can extremely adversely affect how the fetus develops, and therefore, during pregnancy, there are some quite reasonable restrictions in daily life and entertainment. What should you change in your professional and daily life when two stripes appear on the dough?

Work and professional activities.
Often, due to the nature of their work, women are forced to face harmful factors that could harm pregnancy. Therefore, if the expectant mother works, she is strictly forbidden, including at the legislative level, to work in industries that are associated with harmful factors. Those that have a particularly adverse effect on the development of the fetus include the following:

Exposure to radiation. This effect is especially dangerous during the first trimester, up to 12 weeks of pregnancy, when the formation of organs and systems of the fetus occurs, the laying and formation of organs and tissues occurs. The action of radiation best leads to the provocation of fetal malformations, the formation of mental retardation, spontaneous miscarriages or frozen pregnancy. According to retrospective observations, people who are born to mothers who were systematically exposed to radiation during pregnancy may develop leukemia or malignant neoplasms in the brain over time. Radiologists, laboratory technicians, and production workers are exposed to constant radiation.

Exposure to salts of heavy metals, the most dangerous of which will be mercury, which is contained in electrical equipment, and is also used in chemical, metallurgical and automotive industries. Lead, which contains some brands of gasoline, building materials or dyes for fabrics, will be no less dangerous. Systematic contact with heavy metal salts leads to the ability of these salts to accumulate inside the body. Including the accumulation of salts of heavy metals occurs in the tissues of the growing fetus. This leads to the formation of teratogenic effects - fetal malformations develop, embryotoxic effects - damage to the embryo during its initially normal development, as well as the development of cerebral palsy in the future.

Exposure to insecticides and pesticides, special chemicals that are used to control weeds or pests of agricultural crops. Contacts with these substances can form malformations of the fetal limbs, mutagenic effects with damage to the germ cells, which will lead to the formation of special diseases that are inherited.

Work at night. Typically, night shifts include salespeople, dispatchers, nurses and doctors, production supervisors and other professions. Work at night for any living organism will be unambiguously harmful and difficult, as it leads to disruptions in biological rhythms, which disrupts the normal production of a special hormone - melatonin. This hormone is the main regulator of the daily rhythms of the human body, which leads to the formation of a state of chronic stress. During pregnancy, any stress will negatively affect the development of the fetus, which can lead to spontaneous miscarriages or the development of premature birth. According to scientists, the risks of night shifts are doubled.

Carrying heavy weights. Pregnant women are forbidden to lift and carry weights, as such physical activity can lead to miscarriages or provoke premature birth. When it comes to production, there are special specially developed standards, according to which pregnant women, with periodic lifting or moving heavy weights, cannot lift an allowable weight of more than 2.5 kg. And if such rises are very frequent - then no more than 1250.

All issues related to the labor of pregnant women are stipulated and spelled out in the Labor Code of the Russian Federation. According to this code, employers, at the request of the pregnant woman herself with the provision of a pregnancy certificate, or at the conclusion of her doctor, are obliged to reduce the production standards for the expectant mother or transfer the pregnant woman to light work. Expectant mothers need to exclude the influence of all unfavorable factors, while transferring to easy work does not mean cutting wages. It is forbidden for pregnant women to work overtime, work at night or send them on business trips.

Household chores and chores.
Although they try to make it easier for pregnant women to work in production, for the most part, for all nine months of pregnancy, household chores cannot be completely ruled out in any case, and the responsibilities of maintaining cleanliness and order in the house will still remain on the shoulders of the hostess in her new interesting position. But it is worth remembering that some of the types of housework during pregnancy should be strictly prohibited. These will include:

Making sharp and impulsive movements, strong body bends in the form of raising full buckets of water, shaking out carpets.
- carrying heavy bags and bags with groceries. Expectant mothers are strictly forbidden to lift weights over 5 kg
- independent movement and rearrangement of furniture
- performing such household chores in which you have to raise your hands up for a long time, for example, hang curtains (and here you can still fall, losing your balance). It is also worth abandoning such work, which is associated with a sharp raising of arms and tension of the anterior abdominal wall area - to get things from the high shelves of the cabinet, reach for the upper shelves of kitchen cabinets.
- climbing a chair, stool, window sills or step-ladder to clean windows, dust off furniture, replace burned-out light bulbs, etc.
- Prolonged sitting in a squatting position when cleaning carpets or washing the floor.

All these actions can pose risks to the health and normal course of pregnancy in the expectant mother, can damage the fetus due to the fact that the presence of sudden movements, heavy lifting and prolonged forced uncomfortable position leads to the fact that the muscles of the anterior abdominal wall are strongly strained. This leads to sharp fluctuations in intrauterine pressure. Such actions can lead to the formation of a threat of termination of pregnancy, as well as to premature discharge of amniotic fluid with the start of labor. In addition, due to the action of hormones during pregnancy, the area of ​​cartilage and joints becomes more mobile and elastic, the center of gravity shifts, which leads to an increased risk of falls, they will become especially dangerous from the height of a window sill, chair or ladder. With a fall, the consequences can be fatal - internal bleeding due to premature placental abruption, the development of acute hemorrhagic shock, and intrauterine fetal death can also occur. Any physical activity should be completely excluded in pregnant women with placenta previa, a special pathology in which the placenta is attached in the cervical region. Her detachment threatens with severe bleeding. Also, loads are prohibited with low placentation, the threat of termination of pregnancy.

Contact with household chemicals, and especially with products that have strong odors and contain potentially hazardous substances, can become dangerous for a pregnant woman. It is especially recommended to abandon the constant use of funds containing:
- chlorine and its derivatives in the form of bleaches, disinfectants and cleaning agents for plumbing fixtures, stain removers and others
- phosphates contained in detergents - powders and gels
- ammonia, which is a part of detergents and cleaning agents, preparations for washing windows
- xylene and tuolene, which are part of fragrances and air fresheners, aerosols.
First of all, with close and regular contact with harmful household chemicals that are contained in our usual cleaning products, it can provoke the development of allergic diseases. During pregnancy, immunity changes and allergic reactions can occur to previously completely harmless substances. In addition, these substances can irritate the mucous membranes of the eyes or respiratory tract, skin.
In addition, it is always worth remembering that harmful chemicals contained in cleaning products can penetrate a woman's body and lead to teratogenic, fetal malformations, effects or mutagenic, causing mutations in fetal cells, actions. To ensure your own safety, you need to carefully study the labels, excluding interaction with products that are marked "toxic", and always use gloves and a protective mask when cleaning in order to exclude direct contact of the substance with the skin and respiratory tract.

It is strictly forbidden to use drugs for the destruction of rodents, insects and pests during pregnancy due to their high toxic effect, they can lead to severe poisoning, which can be dangerous for both the expectant mother and her child.
It is worth abandoning the idea of ​​repairing, since this type of activity will combine almost all the options for the dangers and threats that we have listed with you earlier. These are the risks of falling from the height of stools or ladders, excessive physical exertion, as well as the influence of hazardous chemicals that can be found in paints, varnishes and solvents, as well as building materials. Rely on family members or professionals for repairs, but you yourself only lead the process, thinking over the design of the house and decorating it.

It is worth refusing to participate in all repair work, and the most optimal for the duration of the repair would be your move to another place so that you do not breathe the vapors of all repair chemicals.

A woman in a position changes culinary preferences, lifestyle, attitude towards others. The expectant mother deliberately tries to limit herself from everything that can harm her child. This applies to diet, behavior, bad habits. Knowing that it is impossible for pregnant women at an early stage is necessary not only for newly-made parents, but also for loved ones who also want to ensure a favorable course of pregnancy.

What is not allowed during pregnancy

There are many myths and facts about this period of a woman's life: some believe that she cannot cut her hair, paint her nails, actively move, etc. You should take a closer look at this. Due to the change in hormonal levels, it is better to refrain from curling and dyeing hair, as a result of which their condition may worsen. If you belong to the category of women who constantly dye their hair, opt for gentle options. The expectant mother is also prohibited from wearing synthetic underwear. During pregnancy, you must not:

• take baths (hot);
• visit the sauna and solarium;
• take medications without consulting your doctor;
• give vaccinations against rubella, tuberculosis, mumps;
• conduct x-rays or fluorography;
• clean the litter box (a cat is a carrier of a disease such as toxoplasmosis).

What pregnant women should not eat

A conscientious woman during pregnancy revises her diet with particular care, some even hang a list of prohibited dishes in the kitchen. During this period, food addictions or aversion to certain foods are formed. It may turn out that you are not attracted to healthy food, but more want to eat what is not allowed, therefore it is important to study the list of foods that are dangerous to the health of the developing organism.

In the early stages

The development and health of the baby depends on how the first trimester of pregnancy goes, so the expectant mother should carefully approach the issue of her nutrition. It is advisable to give preference only to natural products prepared in compliance with all sanitary standards. At this time, there are no significant changes in the woman's condition, but you still need to limit or exclude the following products:

• Sweets and flour products. They contribute to rapid weight gain, so in the early stages it is important to adjust your diet in order to feel good at the end of pregnancy and not suffer from edema. This category includes all kinds of confectionery and refined sugar, which do not contain vitamins, but are full of carbohydrates.
• Foods that can cause allergies, which can result in a child's abnormal development or even a miscarriage. These include red vegetables, fruits, citrus fruits, honey.
• Beans, beans, peas can cause increased gas formation, which will result in increased tone.
• Chocolate, being a powerful stimulant, has a detrimental effect on the mental and nervous system of a little man. The measure is important here, a couple of pieces will not harm anyone, therefore it is allowed to allow yourself such a delicacy once a week.

What absolutely can not be eaten by pregnant women

The diet of the expectant mother should not harm the developing body. Some dishes can be limited during this important period of life, their single use will not lead to negative consequences. However, there are foods that need to be blacklisted for gestation and breastfeeding. Do not eat for pregnant women:

What is better not to drink

If a cup of morning coffee has become a daily ritual for you, you should give up this pleasure for the sake of the health of your unborn child. This drink has an adverse effect: it increases blood pressure, provokes the threat of miscarriage, causes insomnia, removes vitamins and minerals from the body. You also need to remove caffeinated products from your menu, you should not drink energy drinks and cola.

It is permissible for black tea lovers to sometimes consume this drink, which should be weak. The reason for this is the same caffeine that penetrates the placenta and can harm the baby. Carbonated water must be discarded due to the content of chemicals and dyes.

Any drinks containing alcohol put a strain on the kidneys, which already work in an increased mode during pregnancy. Even if you decide to indulge yourself with a glass of beer, it can negatively affect the intellectual abilities and the formation of the unborn baby, especially in the first trimester. Therefore, drinking alcohol is prohibited. It is also better not to drink kvass at this time. These tips for early pregnancy can help you avoid many unpleasant moments.

What can not be done by pregnant women

During this special period of life, new habits, rules appear and the perception of the surrounding world changes. Sometimes a woman thinks that she is capable of turning the world upside down, and sometimes she does not even have the strength to brush her teeth. It is important to treat this with condescension and observe a set of measures that will ensure your safety. According to these rules, it is prohibited:

• To carry out general cleaning with household chemicals. In extreme cases, you need to protect yourself as much as possible by wearing gloves and airing the room.
• Sit in a motionless position at the computer or work you love. When doing embroidery or any other creative process, do not forget to do active physical 15 minutes.
• Walk in high heels (more than 4 cm). If you do not want varicose veins or flat feet to develop, you cannot.
• Sit cross-legged. In this position, the veins in the popliteal fossa are pinched, and blood circulation in the pelvic organs slows down. The result can be fetal hypoxia.
• Smoke. This leads to a poor blood supply to the placenta due to its vasoconstrictor action. There is a possibility that the baby will be born prematurely or with low birth weight.
• Forget about parties and discos. The smell of cigarette smoke, alcohol and loud music are not conducive to a healthy pregnancy.
• Put off extreme sports. Adrenaline negatively affects the mental activity of the baby, so you should avoid stress, anxiety and be less nervous. The mom-to-be should provide herself with a calm and positive environment.

In the early stages

It is not recommended to sleep on your stomach during the first trimester. In this position, pressure is exerted on the uterus, which can damage the embryo. It is possible to be in this position on rare occasions, but at no time should it become a habit. However, when the tummy has already noticeably increased, it is advisable to heed the recommendations of doctors and exclude rest on the back. Blood circulation may be impaired due to the fact that the grown belly will put stress on the deep veins.

In the first trimester, the girl's hormonal background changes, the result of which is a change in mood and emotional outbursts. During this period, for some, intimate relationships are a necessity, while for others they are undesirable. According to doctors, a pregnant woman is allowed to have sex, moreover, it also has a positive result, since endorphin is produced. A nice bonus is the training of the pelvic muscles.

However, there are contraindications in cases where the tone of the uterus is increased, there is a risk of miscarriage or the presence of an infection in a partner. It is better to refuse intimate relationships so that there is no termination of pregnancy. In other cases, the expectant mother is allowed to have sex throughout the entire period of pregnancy, the main thing is to avoid deep penetration, pressure on the abdomen and too long an act.

What movements should not be done during pregnancy

While waiting for a baby, a woman should exclude work that involves lifting heavy objects (more than 3 kg). The permissible weight, in exceptional cases, is 5 kg. It is also contraindicated for pregnant women in the early stages to rearrange furniture in the apartment, to make sharp and impulsive movements. This can lead to premature birth. Do not do repairs and hard physical work. Let someone else paint the walls, knock out carpets, or wash windows.

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