Tips for a Safe Pregnancy: Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS.

Pregnancy is the most stunning stage for a woman. It brings excellent pleasure, sense of satisfaction; however it also brings lot of changes in your lifestyle, that requires thoughtful expert care. Pregnancy in working ladies demands little bit more attention towards managing daily changes and dealing with the new You.



Working women need to adjust to the new physical and psychological changes during Pregnancy; and at the same time bring out their best at the professional front. It's a lovely journey that you must delight in and cherish, instead of getting distressed or stressed.

Some tips from Dr Deepika Tiwari, Gynecologist & Obstetrician, Gurgaon, India; on how to make your journey comfortable without jeopardizing your professional front.


1.Can I continue with my professional life, or I should take a break?

Pregnancy and your expert life can go together. I advise all my patients to continue with their work till 3rd trimester of Pregnancy, unless encouraged otherwise by your Doctor. Being participated in work, and meeting people expertly and socially will lower your stress levels.

2.Is it safe to travel during Pregnancy?

You can safely travel throughout your Pregnancy till 3rd trimester (30 weeks of Pregnancy); unless advised otherwise due to high threat Pregnancy.

Walking is usually suggested at all stages. Your Gynecologist might also encourage on certain Pelvic workouts to improve opportunities of Normal Delivery.

3.Tips that can help me remain comfortable throughout Office Work?

• Take short walk after every 2-3 hrly.

• Drink Plenty of Water.

• Take Small snacks to prevent hypoglycemia- Fresh Fruits/ Dry Fruits.

• Avoid consumption of Tea/ Coffee/ Aerated beverages- Replace it with Coconut water/ Fresh Juice.

• Frequently change your sitting position.

• Antacids/ Anti-Emetic medications must be kept useful (as recommended by your Doctor).

• Wear Comfortable loose clothing- Opt for Maternity Pants.

• Stay away from Active & Passive Smoking; and Alcoholic beverages.

Tips for a Normal Pregnancy Outcome.

" It's a MYTH that you need to eat for TWO during Pregnancy.
Rather, you ought to consider eating TWICE as Healthy. ".

CALORIE INTAKE: The common requirement during Pregnancy is 300- 400 Kcal per day over & & above your routine consumption. Daily calorie count ought to remain in the range of 2200- 2500 Kcal each day for singleton pregnancy.

In case of twins or triplet Pregnancy, an extra 300 Kcal per day for each foetus.

Pregnancy yearnings are common- Avoid Fried food and aerated sodas; go for fresh fruits & & fruit juices without preservatives.

BABY NUTRITION: The foetus obtains its nutrition from the Amniotic fluid. To maintain optimal fluid and electrolyte balance, you require: 2-2.5 litres of water consumption daily; Coconut water etc, as suggested by your Doctor.

MORNING SICKNESS:.

Do's-- Small & & regular meals; Keep your room well ventilated for fresh air.
flow; Eat Ginger & & Lemon.
Do not-- DON'T Skip Meals; Avoid Lying down just after meals.

WHAT TO AVOID DURING PREGNANCY:.

Maggi, Pineapple & & Raw Papaya; Raw Seafood; Undercooked Meat & & Poultry.

DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.

Based on interview with Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS, Director- Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kimaya Healthcare, Gurgaon; & Sr. Specialist-- Gynecologist Cloudnine Hospital, Gurgaon.

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https://www.deepikatiwari.com OR WhatsApp @ +91-8447918981.