Balanced nutrition and adequate fluid intake are very important during pregnancy. Especially during the Ramadan months in the summer months, which can last up to 17 hours, hunger and thirst for such a long time can be negative for both the mother and her unborn baby.
The effects of fasting on the expectant mother
The expectant mother develops some defenses to protect the baby against situations such as long-term hunger. As a result, the expectant mother; Weakness, fatigue, feeling faint, drop in blood pressure, headache, decrease in muscle strength, nausea may be observed. In addition, if the expectant mother stays hungry for a long time, complaints of heartburn, heartburn and nausea increase. In short, the body's balance is disrupted and the balance of calorie and vitamin intake in the body becomes irregular.
There is an increase in susceptibility to urinary tract infections due to insufficient fluid intake and the risk of premature birth due to this.
Fasting. Things Expecting Mothers Should Pay Attention to
First of all, you should talk to your doctor and find out whether you are at risk. If there is no problem with the health of the mother and baby, a healthy and balanced nutrition program should be determined. Cereal groups, vegetables, fruits, meat and dairy products must be included in this program. You should get plenty of rest during the day and avoid tasks that will tire you out. It is necessary to avoid very fatty and heavy meals at iftar and sahur. Care should be taken to spread the necessary foods between iftar and sahur and drink plenty of fluids.
However, as a result, long-term fasting periods that coincide with the summer months can have negative effects on the health of the mother and baby, and our religion states that accidents are possible. It would be more appropriate for pregnant women not to fast during periods
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