Tips for a Safe Pregnancy: Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS.

Pregnancy is the most gorgeous phase for a woman. It brings terrific happiness, sense of satisfaction; but it also brings lot of changes in your way of life, that requires caring professional care. Pregnancy in working women needs little bit more attention towards dealing with daily changes and coping with the new You.



Working women require to adjust to the new physical and emotional changes during Pregnancy; and simultaneously highlight their best at the expert front. It's a gorgeous journey that you should enjoy and value, instead of getting nervous or stressed.

Some tips from Dr Deepika Tiwari, Gynecologist & Obstetrician, Gurgaon, India; on how to make your journey comfy without jeopardizing your professional front.


1.Can I continue with my expert life, or I should take a break?

Pregnancy and your professional life can go hand in hand. I encourage all my patients to continue with their work till 3rd trimester of Pregnancy, unless recommended otherwise by your Doctor. Being engaged in work, and conference people professionally and socially will reduce your tension levels.

2.Is it safe to travel during Pregnancy?

You can safely travel throughout your Pregnancy till 3rd trimester (30 weeks of Pregnancy); unless advised otherwise due to high threat Pregnancy.

Walking is generally advised at all stages. Your Gynecologist might also encourage on specific Pelvic workouts to improve opportunities of Normal Delivery.

3.Tips that can help me stay comfy throughout Office Work?

• Take short walk after every 2-3 hrly.

• Drink Plenty of Water.

• Take Small snacks to prevent hypoglycemia- Fresh Fruits/ Dry Fruits.

• Avoid usage of Tea/ Coffee/ Aerated beverages- Replace it with Coconut water/ Fresh Juice.

• Frequently change your sitting position.

• Antacids/ Anti-Emetic medications need to be kept helpful (as prescribed by your Doctor).

• Wear Comfortable loose clothing- Opt for Maternity Pants.

• Stay away from Active & Passive Smoking; and Alcoholic beverages.

Tips for a Normal Pregnancy Outcome.

" It's a MYTH that you need to consume for TWO during Pregnancy.
Instead, you must think of eating TWICE as Healthy. ".

CALORIE INTAKE: The normal requirement during Pregnancy is 300- 400 Kcal each day over & & above your regular intake. Daily calorie count must remain in the range of 2200- 2500 Kcal each day for singleton pregnancy.

In case of twins or triplet Pregnancy, an extra 300 Kcal per day for each fetus.

Pregnancy yearnings are common- Avoid Fried food and oxygenated sodas; go for fresh fruits & & fruit juices without preservatives.

BABY NUTRITION: The fetus obtains its nutrition from the Amniotic fluid. To maintain optimal fluid and electrolyte balance, you require: 2-2.5 litres of water intake daily; Coconut water etc, as advised by your Doctor.

MORNING SICKNESS:.

Do's-- Small & & frequent meals; Keep your room well ventilated for fresh air.
blood circulation; Eat Ginger & & Lemon.
Don't-- DON'T Skip Meals; Avoid Lying down just after meals.

WHAT TO AVOID DURING PREGNANCY:.

Maggi, Pineapple & & Raw Papaya; Raw Seafood; Undercooked Meat & & Poultry.

DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.

Based on interview with Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS, Director- Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kimaya Healthcare, Gurgaon; & Sr. Gynecologist Expert-- Cloudnine Hospital, Gurgaon.

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