Many pregnant women refuse to play sports during pregnancy, fearing that it would harm the baby. However, there are many false ideas on physical activity in this important period of a woman’s life.
For example, there is an opinion that physical exercise can cause miscarriage or negatively affect the development of the fetus. In fact, moderate physical activity, coordinated with a doctor, can improve blood circulation, reduce the risk of complications and even facilitate the work process. It is important to consciously approach physical activity, guided by the recommendations of experts.
The advantages of sport during physical pregnancy activity during pregnancy are authorized for healthy women who have no complications. Nevertheless, there are conditions under which physical activity is contraindicated: threat of miscarriage, placenta previa, multiple pregnancies at high risk of premature birth, severe preeclampsia, cardiovascular disease and chronic pathologies that require strict medical supervision. Before you start training, be sure to consult a gynecologist-obstetrician.
The main advantages of sport:
- Emotional state improvement;
- Maintain the normal function of the heart and blood vessels;
- Strengthen muscle tone;
- Reduce the risk of hypertension, gestational diabetes and pre-eclampsia;
- Maintain optimal body weight;
- Sleep normalization.
When it is preferable to exercise the optimal period to start the exercise is the end of the first trimester and the start of the second quarter. At that time, the woman’s body has already adapted to pregnancy: the risk of miscarriage is reduced, toxicosis decreases, the hormonal background stabilizes. In addition, during this period, the future mother is not yet faced with pronounced physical discomfort associated with an increase in body weight and abdominal size, which makes training more comfortable and safe. At the beginning, consultation with a doctor is compulsory.
Authorized physical activity types
- Light aerobic exercises;
- Walk in fresh air;
- Nordic walking;
- Swimming;
- Yoga for pregnant women;
- Fitness under the supervision of an instructor.
What to pay attention to during the exercise that lends itself to the sport, the future mother must carefully monitor her well-being. Pay attention to the following symptoms:
- Shortness of breath;
- Heart palpitations;
- Dizziness;
- Weakness;
- Douin lower abdominal or lower back;
- A sharp decrease in fetal activity.
If one of these panels occurs, you should stop physical activity and consult a doctor.
Sports prohibited during pregnancy Some sports can constitute a serious threat to the health of the mother and the child. They increase the risk of falls, injuries, sudden changes in pressure and lack of oxygen, which can harm during pregnancy.
Categorically prohibited:
- Extreme sports and contact with a high risk of injury;
- Sports with the possibility of falls or collisions (skiing, off on horseback);
- Activities involving pressure drops and lack of oxygen (diving, mountain training);
- Intense exercise in extreme weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, high rain).
Physical activity during natural conception and after IVF sport during natural design, women who naturally design, if there are no contraindications, can follow the standard recommendations for physical activity. It is important to take into account the individual characteristics of the body, to be attentive to their own condition and to avoid excessive loads.
Sports after the pregnancy of IVF resulting from in vitro fertilization (IVF) require a more delicate approach. In the early stages, it is recommended to limit physical activity as much as possible, so as not to interfere with the implantation of the embryo. After the end of the first quarter, it is acceptable to gradually introduce a gentle activity, agree with the doctor. Preference must be given to yoga for pregnant women, swimming and walking.
Physical activity after IVF with donor eggs women who have undergone IVF with donor eggs can face additional risks associated with hormone therapy and individual characteristics of the body. In such cases, physical activity should be particularly soft. The preliminary consultation with a gynecologist-obstetrician is compulsory.
Individual approach – The basis of safety to obtain reliable information on authorized physical activity, consult a doctor. Only a specialist can give a personalized recommendation, taking into account all the peculiarities of the pregnancy course.
Make an appointment with an obstetrician-gynecologist at the Natuvitro clinic to get professional advice and protect yourself and your future baby.