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While no mom ever means to hurt her baby, some of your routines—most likely unquestioned or undocumented—will cause your baby to die. Either you don't take care of yourself, overreact to myths, or simply don't understand about hurting, your small mistakes will change your baby's life in ways that you can hardly imagine.
To guide you in the correct direction, but not hurt you, are ten pregnancy errors to steer clear of if you wish your child to stay healthy and cheerful. You won't believe #7 – one of the most common risks lurking pregnant women unknowingly forget!
Don't Have too Many Prenatal Visits
Denying prenatal visits can lead to uncontrollable complications such as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, or fetal growth problems. Missing appointments is ignoring blatant indicators of a looming issue. Prenatal care will follow the growth of your baby, keep your weight stable, and ensure necessary tests are done at the right time. Missing these appointments puts both the baby and you at risk. Parental care throughout pregnancy is essential.
Unhealthy Diet and Nutrient Wastage
There is no question that the habits you have concerning what you eat will either negatively or positively influence the way your baby develops. Too much junk food, sugar, and unhealthy fat have been linked with lower birth weight, gestational diabetes, and neural tube defects.Moreover, women who do not take in enough folic acid, iron, and calcium stand a greater chance of giving birth to a child who will suffer from disorders of brain development and weak bones.
To stay healthy in pregnancy, women are advised to eat leafy greens, proteins of the lean variety, whole grains, nuts, and dairy. It is best to avoid any raw seafood, unpasteurized milk, and overly sweetened products. Nutrients become most important for both you and your baby.
High Caffeine Intake
One cup of coffee is almost nothing for a day's beverage. Studies show that caffeine consumption higher than 200 mg (about 2 cups of coffee) has been associated with chances of miscarriage, low birth weight, and sleep disturbances in infants. Caffeine crosses the placental barrier and when taken in higher amounts may impair the metabolism of the fetus.If you absolutely must have a cup of coffee, may I suggest decaffeinated coffee, herbal tea, or just plain water with some fruits thrown in for good measure to reduce the amount of caffeine? Avoid any sort of caffeine so that your baby's developing nervous system is given every opportunity to develop properly without any overstimulation.
Dehydration and Less Fluid
Reduced water intake may predispose to decreased amniotic fluid volume, preterm birth, and poor nutrient supply to the baby. Symptoms of dehydration have been linked to such experiences as dizziness, dry skin, and dark urine.Drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water a day and eat hydrating foods such as watermelon, cucumber, oranges, or coconut water to stay properly hydrated. Proper hydration is vital for the health of both you and your baby.
Smoking, Drinking, and Drug Abuse
Alcohol, tobacco, and illicit drugs are all responsible for premature birth, fetal alcohol syndrome, birth abnormalities, and even stillbirth. Secondhand smoke exposure alone could cause respiratory problems in infants. Quit smoking, drinking, or taking drugs: visit a professional, seek support from a support group, or engage in stress-reducing activities, like meditation, to avoid exposure.
Sleeping on Your Back During the Third Trimester
Starting from eight weeks into the third trimester, it will be unsafe to sleep on your back due to the fact that blood flow from the body to the baby will be limited, because, at this time, the uterus presses on large blood vessels. Along with that, this could lead to fetal distress and even stillbirth.The ideal position should be sleeping on your left side so that blood flow and oxygenation are retained at optimum levels. If at all difficult, a pregnancy pillow should aid with comforting that side location, therefore providing a peaceful night of sleep. Safe sleeping habits will have a great positive impact on your baby.
Taking Medicines Without a Doctor's Permission (This One Will Surprise You!)
Having over-the-counter drugs like painkillers, cold medicines, and certain herbal supplements during this period of quickly growing fetal growth may lead one to bear common birth defects, retardation of development, or terminate pregnancies. Among these; ibuprofen, aspirin, and certain acne treatment medications are also extremely harmful during pregnancy.Always consult your doctor about alternatives instead of self-medicating. Acceptable over-the-counter options offered by a healthcare professional include Paracetamol, ginger for nausea, headaches, and certain herbal supplements. Just because a medication is categorized OTC doesn't mean it isn't dangerous-it could be dummied down to provide life-destroying complications for your baby and, therefore, a serious risk.
Too Much Activity and Too Little Sleep
Certainly, movement is wonderful; however, too much movement leads to tiredness,, elevated blood pressure, and preterm birth. Heavy lifting or high-impact exercise puts your body under too much stress. Do not do high-impact exercise and move on to healthier options such as prenatal yoga, walking, or swimming.Your body has to be listened to in every manner: when it needs to slow down, set it aside. Pregnancy is really not exactly the right time for overexerting yourself; the real secret for a bump-free healthy pregnancy is exercise and rest.
Stress, Anxiety, and Poor Mental Health
Chronic stress can cause cortisol to be released, which can harm fetal development and may also contribute to problems of preterm labor, low birth weight, and emotional disturbances in children. Hampered equally, mental health has an equally important weight against the backdrop of physical health in pregnancy. Stress is managed through communication with family and/or friends, meditation, abdominal breathing, or professional help counseling. Delivering a healthier baby from any of such problems is the resultant effect of a calm mother, hence, practice your mental health.
Dirty Environment and Infection During Pregnancy
Your immune system is slowed down during pregnancy, and that leaves you with a high risk for bacterial, viral, and parasitic infection that can harm the baby in your womb. Avoid any raw meat, raw milk, and cat excreta (to avoid causing toxoplasmosis). Wash hands thoroughly, practice food safety, and get immunization shots when your doctor recommends them. Maintaining high hygiene will prevent you and your baby from unwanted diseases.
Final Words
Your Baby's Health Starts with You. Pregnancy is a crazy rollercoaster ride of excitement, suspense, and responsibility. Whatever you do, how you sleep, how you cope with stress, it all impacts your baby's health. Avoid these ten pregnancy mistakes and you will dramatically increase your chances of having a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby.Remember- Knowledge is power. Learn beautifully, take care of yourself beautifully, and listen to what your doctor tells you. Healthy pregnancy is not a fairy tale romance of perfection—it's the best you and your baby can do.
Written by Dara Khyathi
Disclaimer- This article has been authorised exclusively by the writer and is being presented on Eat My News, which serves as a platform for the community to voice their perspectives. As an entity, Eat My News cannot be held liable for the content or its accuracy. The views expressed in this article solely pertain to the author or writer or its content you contact on this email address- khyathidara@gamil.com
Disclaimer- This article has been authorised exclusively by the writer and is being presented on Eat My News, which serves as a platform for the community to voice their perspectives. As an entity, Eat My News cannot be held liable for the content or its accuracy. The views expressed in this article solely pertain to the author or writer or its content you contact on this email address- khyathidara@gamil.com
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