A variety of feelings can embrace you now - joy, confusion, anticipation of big changes and, of course, concern for the future baby. How to fill this time with a sense of happiness and tranquility? The first thing to do is to equip yourself with reliable knowledge about what is happening to you and the baby, day after day, week after week. We will tell you what it is necessary to do for the correct development of the crumbs, what are the possible ailments for you and how to cope with them.
It's only begining!
You so want to share your joy with family and friends! And here are the earliest signs of pregnancy: breast tenderness, drowsiness, changes in appetite. You can experience sharp mood swings. But, knowing this, try not to give way to anxiety and despondency. Think often about your baby (imagine, for example, whom he will be more like!), Mentally turn to him, prepare for the long-awaited meeting.
Critical period
There are several critical periods of pregnancy, when its course can be threatened. The first 12 weeks are the most important. Therefore, carefully listen to yourself and immediately go to a women's consultation if there is one of the menacing symptoms: spotting or too much pain in the abdomen. Most likely the doctor will advise to give up physical exertion and limit the sex life. Attacks of nausea will remove mint tea, dried ginger. Fresh air - that's what first of all you need now your baby! Therefore, whenever possible, walk, and eat a little, and only what you want. Fresh fruits, vegetables, bread with bran, prunes and dried apricots will help prevent constipation. Regularly visit the doctor and take all the necessary tests. Especially carefully, the doctor must follow the general analysis of urine and blood.
Rejoice for two
"More positive emotions!" - this is your motto on the 4th month of pregnancy. Create an interesting leisure program: good films, exhibitions, beautiful parks. From now on all your feelings and impressions will be shared by a little man growing inside of you. Already, begin physical preparation for the forthcoming birth. She feels well! During the 4th month must pass toxicosis, will become less likely to urinate. The breast increases, but it is not so painful. So, it's time to go swimming, enroll in school for expectant mothers. Regularly weigh yourself and watch for "gain". Sorting out? The doctor will tell you what products to avoid. Do not be upset about the plump figure. Karapuzu this "stock" is necessary for development! Give yourself and your loved ones a new wardrobe and in no case carry your old tight or too tight things.
Golden mean
Already giving birth to women will confirm that the 5th month is one of the most pleasant periods of pregnancy. Soon you will feel the movements of the baby - and this will be a wonderful discovery! Be sure to let your husband feel how the child moves. Let this be the beginning of his meaningful communication with the crumb. Usually the primiparas feel the perturbations in the 20th week, and experienced mothers - a little earlier. Enrich your diet with products containing iron (green, apples, red vegetables, liver and buckwheat) necessary for your body. Citrus fruits do not get carried away - they can cause an allergic reaction in the child. For the same reason, do not overdo it and with chocolate. Everything should be in moderation! Visit your doctor regularly. Follow the blood tests (its parameters change). Hemoglobin below the critical level indicates anemia. In this case, the doctor will prescribe supportive treatment. What is the most useful for you now? Good mood! And also long walks, good food, moderate physical activity, gentle massage, made by the beloved.
Keep everything under control
Your baby is already moving! On its activity, the uterus may respond with cramping contractions. And this is good. Thus, your body is preparing for the forthcoming birth. However, if the uterus becomes very tight and becomes painful, it is necessary to consult a doctor. Peaks of activity in each child come at different times. So try to adapt to his regime. After all, the crumb still does not distinguish between day and night, in his mother's tummy he is always dark. Eyes while hardly notice external changes of illumination. Strengthen your diet with products that contain calcium (cottage cheese, broccoli, cheese). Otherwise, the child will make up for the lack of this mineral, taking it from your bones and teeth. For certain the doctor has appointed or nominated to you complex vitamin preparations for pregnant women. Do not miss the reception! Watch your pressure! A significant increase in blood pressure should be paid serious attention - this may be a symptom of late toxicosis. Limit the use of salt, do not get carried away by too much fluid. Sleep no less than 8-9 hours, feel the charm and daytime sleep. Do not forget to walk several times a day.
The Age of Inspiration
Thanks to a normal state of health and growing pride for your tummy, you will feel an irresistible desire to improve the world. Energy can result in a large-scale renovation of an apartment or a massive purchase of things for crumbs. Do not overdo it either one or the other. Because the uterus stretches and its bottom is already almost above the bosom, it becomes more difficult to breathe. Especially often there is shortness of breath during physical exertion. It is very useful to enroll in yoga courses for pregnant women. There you will be taught breathing - and relaxing, and special frequent, the technique of which will be indispensable during childbirth. Take care of beauty! In order to quickly return to the old seductive forms after the "C" time, acquire special cosmetics.
Willingness No. 1
The baby is growing rapidly, the bottom of the uterus gradually reaches its highest level (it will be difficult for you to bend over and sit on a chair). Mood and desires can change at incredible speed. Your loved ones must understand this. On the 8th month you need to regularly visit your doctor, monitor weight gain, blood pressure and urinalysis. The surcharge should not exceed 250-300 g per week. By the end of pregnancy, swelling of the hands and feet may appear. But usually they are insignificant and with the right diet quickly pass. If this does not happen and there are changes in urine tests, do not refuse to lie down to stay in the hospital. The tummy is strongly forward, so watch your balance (a special bandage will help). Buy a rubber mat for the bathroom. Security is above all! One month before the birth, always and everywhere, carry a passport and an exchange card with all the tests. During this period, there may be a threat of premature birth, so if you have the slightest warning signs, immediately call your doctor or call an ambulance.
Happy end!
By the 40th week, you and the baby are already completely ready for childbirth. The bottom of the uterus descends, the weight is stabilized and hormonal changes begin in the body that promote the elasticity of the musculoskeletal system. The baby's organism produces cortisone (a hormone that helps the lungs ripen). Very soon the crumb will notify the whole world of his birth with a loud scream. Welcome, kid!