Many people think that
it is difficult and inconvenient to be pregnant during winter period. Dear
women and future moms, we hasten to dissuade you! Being pregnant in winter is
no worse than during any other season. Icy
air will become an excellent occasion for useful promenade on crunchy snow. In
addition, peculiarities of thermoregulation of pregnant woman will not let them
feel as cold as ice. It is known that metabolic processes of women who are in a
delicate condition are 20 percent accelerated so that future mothers
practically don’t feel cold in winter. Also calm winter weather will harmoniously
complement the quiet mood of a pregnant woman. But you will ask and what about
the common winter colds and virus diseases? Because such illnesses as flu, sore
throat or a simple acute respiratory viral infection can be especially
dangerous for both mother’s and baby’s health. The well-known fact that
majority of winter diseases are aerosol-transmitted diseases thus a good advice
for woman in an interesting condition is to avoid crowded places and exclude
communication with out of health people. It will be good to plan your schedule
so to stand aback peak hours, crowded places and public transport. But if
circumstances are not in your favor and you just need to rise from the ranks
you can use a gauze bandage, in the case when there is an epidemic of acute
respiratory infections. And after returning home can treat yourself with a cup
of natural, herbal tea (lime, raspberry, currant, wild rose, peppermint,
chamomile, red ash). Such drink will become a great benefit for your health and
support of immunity system. A natural honey will be an excellent substitute for
sugar that is not so useful for people especially for pregnant women.
Ice slick is a great
danger which pregnant must avoid in winter. But course it is impossible to stay
at home during all winter period. Therefore pregnant women are strongly
recommended to go out with someone who will be able to take the load. In
addition, it is necessary to wear comfortable shoes with non-slip soles and
without heelpiece. Backpack worn on two shoulders will be a perfect balance to
avoid as welcome as snow in harvest fall. But however hard you may try it can
happen that pregnant woman falls due to slippery, uncleared roads. In such
situation do not panic. Remember that child is protected by caul that softens
any abrupt movements and strokes. Therefore standing up after the fall sit down
and if the term of your pregnancy is so that you can already feel baby’s
wiggling wait until he will push. Also consult your doctor even if you think
that's all right with you and your child.
And the most important
thing, dear future mothers, do not forget about a good mood. In winter,
daylight is short and mood can sometimes worsen. Therefore create pleasant
moments for yourself! Good habit for pregnant women is regular walks, during
which you can enjoy beautiful views of the snow-covered nature and breathe
frosty air and feed birds. Active communication with loved people, colleagues
and friends will also have a good effect on your mood. You should avoid
unpleasant topics and conflict situations. A good idea is to visit courses of
preparation for childbirth. There you will meet with like-minded people and will
be able to share experience and useful advices. Such courses will give you a sense
of involvement in active life as well as new girlfriends. Special exercises in
the morning and trips to the sweeping pool are also extremely useful for
pregnant women. In addition physical exercises will give you energy boost for
the whole day and help to keep your body in a good condition. Moreover, trips
to the sweeping pool are allowed for pregnant women on any stage of pregnancy
up to 9th month. Practice what you like and that brings you positive
emotions. Dance, listen to a beautiful music, watch your favorite movies, read
interesting books etc.! The main thing is to make you and your baby well!
