The sun is scorching, and people have a bad appetite. Summer is such a torment! If this is the case for ordinary people, wouldn’t expectant mothers be put to the test even more? Since ancient times, there has been a folk proverb that \”pregnant women carry a stove in their belly after the third solstice\”. How can expectant mothers better adapt to the characteristics of summer and improve the health and comfort index of themselves and their babies? We specially provide the following self-protection and conditioning knowledge, hoping to help expectant mothers spend the summer safely.
First: Eat small meals frequently, eat more vegetables and add fruits in moderation
Expectant mothers should have a light diet and eat more fresh vegetables and fiber-rich foods. Of course, meaty foods must be supplemented appropriately and avoid being greasy. Scientifically ensure the intake of high-quality protein every day. Be careful to avoid foods that are high in sugar, including fruits. If you often feel dizzy when you wake up in the morning, you should go to the hospital promptly to check whether you have abnormal blood sugar during pregnancy.
Second: Do not use indiscriminate medicines for colds. Use appropriate amounts of tea to prevent heatstroke.
If you catch a cold, pregnant women should control the symptoms as soon as possible and take measures to lower their body temperature, but they should not use medicines indiscriminately. Pregnant women with mild colds can drink more boiled water and pay attention to rest. If a pregnant woman suffers from a severe cold, she should control her body temperature as soon as possible and see a doctor promptly to help take corresponding measures. For pregnant women who are prone to high temperature and heatstroke, try to avoid hot periods when going out in the morning and evening. Try to drink less fu tea when your physical condition is good, because fu tea also has medicinal properties. Some components of Fu tea will have certain effects on the fetus. Improper consumption of excessive amounts may cause abdominal pain, miscarriage, etc.
Third: Keep loose-fitting clothing
Hormone levels change during pregnancy, and the environment of the reproductive system is more prone to the reproduction of some bacteria than usual. This is most obvious in summer. Summer is also a time of high incidence of gynecological inflammation. In order to avoid the occurrence of infectious diseases caused by the rapid reproduction of bacteria, it is best for pregnant women to wear cotton, loose underwear and maternity clothes with good breathability to keep them relaxed, transparent and comfortable.
Fourth: Bathing should not be done in a sitz bath or for a long time
Professionals say that what you need to pay attention to when taking a bath is: the water temperature should be appropriate, generally no more than 38°C; The air circulation of the bathing space should be good, and the bathing time should not be too long. Generally, it should not exceed 25 minutes, otherwise the relatively sealed space of bathing will cause discomfort, such as hypoxia, etc. Be careful not to take sitz baths, as sitz baths during pregnancy can also easily cause bacterial infections.
Fifth: Pay attention to skin care
Pay attention to skin care and don’t leave any regrets for your skin.
After pregnancy, the changes in hormones and physical conditions in a woman’s body will change, and various pigmentation problems such as spots and freckles will appear on the skin. Nothing is more important than maintaining a good metabolism. Being able to maintain an appropriate amount of activity and maintain a good routine in daily life is not only convenient for production but also conducive to postpartum recovery. Wear a hat or carry a parasol when going out to avoid direct sunlight, and take necessary measures to block the damage caused by ultraviolet rays.
Sixth: Maintain a good and comfortable mood
Many women are pregnantEmotional anxiety is prone to occur during pregnancy, such as prenatal stress. Fear of pain during childbirth, postpartum body shape changes, etc. Emotions appear to be more sensitive. This is caused by changes in the hormonal status of the body during pregnancy. Although it is inevitable, it is not a serious problem. As long as you make timely adjustments, I believe everyone will enjoy this wonderful pregnancy with ease.