How To Stay Healthy When You're Expecting

Some things are unchangeable when it comes to pregnancy, but there are quite a few things that you do have control over, and you should be proactive about changing what you can for the better. Read the tips provided so you can have some control over your pregnancy. [http://buffercymbal5.livejournal.com/1570.html Simple Answers For All Your Pregnancy Questions]

You should apply sunscreen every time you go outside. Tanning beds should be a no-go while pregnant. The hormones that occur because of your pregnancy will make it easier to get sun damage. Be sure that your sunscreen is safe to use while pregnant.

  [http://www.awebcafe.com/blogs/viewstory/3184503 Enjoying The Most Beatutiful Time Of Your Life With Help] If you are a cat owner, find a volunteer to take over changing the cat litter. The chemicals found in litter and cat feces can be harmful to pregnant women. Your spouse or a family member should take over this chore for the duration of your pregnancy.

A pregnant woman should avoid as much additional stress as humanly possible. Not only does stress trigger a wide range of health issues in a pregnant woman, but stress also affects the baby in the womb. In some instances, stress at high levels may lead to the baby being born too early.

Avoid taking vitamin A when you are pregnant. Embryo damage can result from too much Vitamin A. Limit your intake of things like mangoes, liver and egg yolks unless advised otherwise by your obstetrician or midwife. It is okay to have a little bit of these foods, but do not eat them daily.

Find a birthing class as soon as you can, in order to make sure you get the best dates for you and whoever you use as your labor coach. Be careful to not wait too long to schedule your dates as babies don't always follow the timetables that we want.

Stay away from saunas and hot tubs during pregnancy. You want to avoid getting overheated, since that can be especially harmful to the baby. Additionally, many spas offer massages that use oils that can cause early contractions. Rosemary, clary sage and juniper need to be avoided at all costs.

Leg cramps happen a lot in the late stages of pregnancy. Stretching before bed can lessen the frequency and severity of the cramps. Drinking plenty of water can help you avoid them also, as can eating plenty of bananas.

Try swimming more frequently as your pregnancy goes on. Swimming is a fabulous exercise during pregnancy because it keeps you fit and helps you feel better as you go further into the pregnancy. The water will make you buoyant and weightless, which is a nice feeling when heavy with pregnancy.

Learn to reject food from people who pressure you to eat all the time. Although you should eat more while pregnant, remember there are limits! Don't be afraid to tell someone, "No, thanks."

Education is important for pregnancy, and the more you learn, the better. With the right advice, you can control the whole experience. Pregnancy is a beautiful time, and it should celebrated. Your experience will be best when you have the right information, and are set on a positive healthy program. [http://www.nexopia.com/users/frostcymbal3/blog/5-how-to-have-a-happy-healthy-pregnancy A Crash Course To Dealing With Pregnancy.]