5 Crucial Steps To A Healthy Pregnancy

Updated: Dec 21, 2020

Congratulations on your pregnancy! During pregnancy, every mom-to-be goes through unexpected bodily changes and mood swings. This happens mainly because of the hormonal changes while being pregnant. Therefore, it is extremely important to take extra care of yourself for a healthy pregnancy. Here are some crucial steps that you should follow without fail as soon as you find out that you are pregnant. Do not forget to have a healthy discussion with friends and family for emotional support and guidance.

Visit a doctor as early as possible

As soon as you get to know that you are pregnant, do not waste any further time. Visit a doctor soon to get timely and proper treatment from the beginning only. An early pregnancy scan is highly recommended followed by other tests and scans during this course of the course of time. Your gynaecologist may suggest you the right time to book for one.

Eat healthily

Eat a balanced diet. Include protein-rich foods such as fish, egg, meat, beans, nuts, etc. Dairy foods such as milk, cheese, and yogurt are also suggested during this time. If you a vegetarian, include soy products (high in protein) and green leafy vegetables in your everyday meal. Drink sufficient water and stay hydrated. Avoid junk food such as burgers, pizzas, and canned or packed foods during your pregnancy. Instead, indulge in fresh seasonal fruits and fruit juices to keep you energized throughout the day.

Maintain food hygiene

Maintain extra hygiene during this time. Don’t forget to wash your hands before eating or handling raw meat, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. Always wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly after you bring them home to remove the soil, dirt, and harmful viruses.

Do some gentle exercises

Exercising regularly is necessary to stay fit and healthy, especially while being pregnant. Although it’s quite natural to gain weight during pregnancy. However, if you will do gentle exercise throughout the pregnancy, it will be easier for you to come back in shape once your baby is born. Regular exercise also prevents high blood pressure, joint pain, depression, mood swings, etc.

Quit smoking and alcohol consumption

Alcohol consumption in the first trimester can increase the chances of miscarriage and during the third trimester, it might affect the brain development of the baby. Therefore, you are at high risk if you consume alcohol throughout the pregnancy. Therefore, avoid it completely. Similarly, cigarette smoking is harmful to both the baby and yourself as well.

Follow these healthy habits so that your pregnancy goes well. Go for an early pregnancy scan and 4D wellbeing scan as suggested by your doctor to keep a check on the baby’s normal development.