Summer months for pregnant women may no longer be overwhelming with the precautions taken. Pregnancy causes body temperature to increase. Add to that the summer heat and humidity, and it can be a difficult period for pregnant women. In order to spend this period healthily, pregnant women should pay particular attention to their water consumption and clothing choices. Another complaint of pregnant women in the summer months is swelling in their hands and feet. One of the most important things is that the person should be informed about emergencies
and if there is a problem, see a doctor before it is too late.
There is a risk of premature birth due to the hot weather
It should not be forgotten.
It is very important for pregnant women to choose cool environments and plan their daily work accordingly.
For example, spending more time in air-conditioned places is good for the expectant mother.
Staying at home or in a closed area during hours when the sun is upright prevents many problems
from occurring. Fluid loss that occurs during the day must be replaced.
Pregnant women can follow the suggestions below to have a more comfortable summer.
v You can swim at least two or three times a week. This activity will help reduce both your body's sciatica
nerve load and the swelling in your body.
v Wearing clothes made of cotton fabrics will cool you down and reduce chest pain, which is common in pregnant
women. and it will protect you from rashes that may occur in the abdominal area
. Do not wear tight clothes, especially around the waist.
v You should avoid exercising when the weather is hot, and you should exercise at the end of the day to relax
when the weather gets cooler.
Walking is the simplest. It is one of the exercises. Exercising helps reduce swelling in your hands and feet. Spending time under the sun will positively affect your vitamin D intake. While walking, you should wear comfortable sports shoes
or even half a size larger shoes.
v Breathing is an important factor in staying cool. Breathing
problems increase heat, so you should make sure you're breathing well and if
you have factors that can affect your breathing, such as asthma and allergies. If you are
do not delay your treatment.
v High factor sunscreens should be used. If you are fair-skinned, you can use a factor between 30 - 45
.
v One of the most important things to pay attention to in the summer months for the health of mother and baby is nutrition and water. consumption. At least 2 liters of water
should be consumed per day. You should always keep a bottle with you that you can easily drink water from when you start to feel hot and thirsty.
v When you feel tired or weak, lie down and rest for half an hour.
v If you are feeling swollen in your feet, You can put a pillow under your legs when you lie down to reduce it. If your leg swelling is different between the two legs, if there is redness and pain, this may mean deep vein thrombosis. Therefore
consult your doctor when you have these symptoms.
v Salt consumption increases swelling in the body. Reducing salt too much is not good for the baby.
I recommend my patients not to consume salty foods such as pickles and turnip juice
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