10 tips for a peaceful pregnancy. Our mini guide to a correct and healthy lifestyle
Beyond those that are the strict rules to follow during the period of pregnancy, and which we have talked about specifically here, there are other behavioral rules that would be better to take into account in order to live the expectation with greater serenity. This is a series of small precautions that with little effort could help you avoid excessive fatigue during the long months of gestation. Do not worry, we have already talked about renunciations and deprivations, in this case it is just some precious, and harmless, advice that will allow you to correct your lifestyle and adapt it to your interesting state.
Take a look below at our mini guide for pregnant women designed especially for you and take note!
1. Stress, anger and anxiety banished
Yes, it is true, it is not at all easy to avoid stress, but at least at this time of your life, try to stay away from it as much as possible. No unnecessary quarrels and anger, do not tire yourself with worries and thoughts that make you anxious and give yourself breaks and naps whenever your body requires it.
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Avoid sitting for too long and standing for too long: change your position often, this will help reactivate circulation and avoid swelling. Remember that walking and long walks are a real cure-all during pregnancy.
3. Yes to sport, but in moderation! And choose the right ones ...
Beware of practicing sports during pregnancy! Exercising while pregnant is absolutely recommended, but with moderation and attention! Not all disciplines are suitable for a pregnant woman. Choose swimming or gentle gymnastics, or indulge in long walks, even better if in the middle of the green. Your mind will thank you too.
4. Don't overdo it, better stop first!
It's okay to exercise, but be careful not to overdo it: a good rule to follow in this case is to stop before feeling tired. You don't have to win the marathon or run the Olympics, just a little healthy movement to help you feel better and not feel weighed down.
5. Remember to get enough sleep
It is never trivial to remember: sleeping at least 7-8 hours a night helps to lead a healthier and more peaceful life. If this is a golden rule in general, you can imagine how much it is even more so for you future mothers. So, do not underestimate the importance of sleep, you will reap physical and psychological benefits not just.
6. Keep track of your weight form
Keep your weight under control, which translated into less pleasant terms means: do not overeat and pay attention to nutrition. It is not easy, we know, but you must try to commit yourself not to indulge your every culinary desire and to allow yourself only a few small madness, you will see that you will gain health and the pregnancy will be less demanding for you.
7. Remember that you are more sensitive: protect yourself from loud noises and light sources
Try to avoid prolonged exposure to too loud noises and too intense light: during pregnancy you are definitely more delicate and sensitive. Don't forget it! Better one night at the disco less and a nice quiet dinner with more friends. your health will thank you, and your future baby too!
8. Watch out for toxic and harmful products!
It is known that during the pregnant woman the sense of smell turns out to be decidedly more sensitive than usual, and often very strong smells that normally would not cause you problems, could cause you nausea. Be careful to choose natural products for personal cleansing and for the house cleaning, in short, products and chemicals.
9. Do some muscle relaxation exercises
Often in pregnancy, especially in the last trimester, fatigue and back discomfort can occur, primarily due to the weight of the belly, a good way to try to prevent and treat them is to do some simple muscle relaxation exercises. Excellent in this case too. techniques of meditation, yoga, guided breathing, which also act on a psychological as well as physical level.
10. Bye bye heels!
A good advice to follow, dear future mothers, would be to say goodbye for a while with stiletto heels and wear comfortable shoes. If you really can't detach yourself from the beloved heels, try not to overdo it, preferring shoes with flat heels. wide, not too high and that offer adequate support to the arch.