You want to do every thing possible to be in the best of health for your expected little one. Not only the would-be-mother but also her family and loved ones join in the campaign for taking utmost care of the expecting mother. During pregnancy, a lot of things need to be taken care of. The old wives tales must have already given you a list of what not to eat when pregnant and what is good. And considering the never ending inputs from all the sides, sometimes you may find your self in the web of confusions for what to do and what not to do. Well, keeping in mind that the health of the mother and the yet- to-be-born baby, we have compiled a list of things not to do when pregnant.
Tip on What Not to Do When Pregnant
When talking about things not to do when pregnant, we will cover all possible aspects affecting the expecting mother and her most awaited bundle of joy. These will include factors like food, lifestyle, habits and surroundings.
What Not to Eat when Pregnant
Let us begin with the most important thing, that is food.
* The first thing to keep in mind is never go on a diet or starve yourself. Have a healthy pregnancy diet. Do not eat too much or too little. Never keep your body dehydrated.
* Avoid excess of certain herbs in your diet when you are pregnant. Herbs like basil, parsley and cinnamon may not be good for your digestive system.
* Raw eggs in pregnancy may expose the risk of salmonella. However, foods made with pasteurized eggs like ice-cream, dressings, etc., do not carry the risk.
* Raw and undercooked meat should be avoided. Even when consuming deli meat, first process them at home, heat or cook them well to make sure they are free of bacteria. Avoid any meat spreads or dry salami.
* Do not ingest unwashed fruits and vegetables, wash them thoroughly before consuming.
* Avoid certain types of fish like shark, mackerel, swordfish and tile fish. Do not have sushi and shell fish too.
* Certain dairy products like unpasteurized milk, cider, soft cheeses like camembert, feta, brie, etc., should be avoided. Cheese from pasteurized milk are safe to eat.
* Caffeine and alcohol must be strictly avoided. Though some doctors may suggest a little amount of caffeine, but you must consult your doctor before any intake.
* Do not binge on fast food and junk. Also, do not eat food that is kept out or inside the refrigerator for longer than 12 hours. Eat fresh food.
Lifestyle and Other Factors
We have combined a list of habits and other things that can be harmful in pregnancy.
* Do not soak yourself in the hot tub or sauna. Avoid a hot bath as too much heat may invite risks. Also do not douche.
* Check your beauty products like skin moisturizers and shampoos before using. Avoid stuff with toxic content. Try and avoid hair dye.
* Take medications only under the guidance of your doctor. Some drugs might be harmful in pregnancy
* Exercise is important, but avoid rigorous exercising and jumping or walking fast. Talk to your doctor before exercising. Avoid lifting heavy weights, sitting with legs crossed and also standing for a long time. Take a break from the adventures, sports and other rigorous activities.
* Another most important factor is to strictly avoid smoking. Even passive smoking is very harmful in pregnancy. Stay away from illegal drugs and environments like pubs and clubs, and other places where you might get exposed to harmful toxins.
* Other toxins that are harmful are cleaning chemicals, and also your furnace that may be emitting carbon monoxide can be harmful. Avoid cleaning chemicals and get your furnace checked. Paint fumes can also be dangerous, do not paint your house when pregnant or check for low VOC paints if you happen to use them in the house.
* Take precaution if there is a pet in your house. Stay away from the cat litter box. Kitty litter has toxoplasmosis, that can harm the baby.
Other things that you can take care of during pregnancy are: Avoid unnecessary vaccinations, radiation from X-rays can also be harmful. Do not use uncomfortable and tight clothing. Also, do not get over tired and take stress, avoid air travel, and other activities. Reduce exposure to low level electromagnetic fields like cell phones, computers, etc. Electric blankets and water bed heaters also impose a risk to the developing baby. Use a regular quilt or blanket during pregnancy. You will have to consult an obstetrician before making love to your partner during pregnancy. Making love when pregnant might impose some risks that can harm the baby. So taking precautions is advised. These were some important don'ts during pregnancy.
The last but most important thing is do not ignore the signs of any complications, besides taking care of the above mentioned things not to do during pregnancy. Pregnancy is the most revered and gifted phase in your life. Give it your best cradle of thought… Take care.
Tip on What Not to Do When Pregnant
When talking about things not to do when pregnant, we will cover all possible aspects affecting the expecting mother and her most awaited bundle of joy. These will include factors like food, lifestyle, habits and surroundings.
What Not to Eat when Pregnant
Let us begin with the most important thing, that is food.
* The first thing to keep in mind is never go on a diet or starve yourself. Have a healthy pregnancy diet. Do not eat too much or too little. Never keep your body dehydrated.
* Avoid excess of certain herbs in your diet when you are pregnant. Herbs like basil, parsley and cinnamon may not be good for your digestive system.
* Raw eggs in pregnancy may expose the risk of salmonella. However, foods made with pasteurized eggs like ice-cream, dressings, etc., do not carry the risk.
* Raw and undercooked meat should be avoided. Even when consuming deli meat, first process them at home, heat or cook them well to make sure they are free of bacteria. Avoid any meat spreads or dry salami.
* Do not ingest unwashed fruits and vegetables, wash them thoroughly before consuming.
* Avoid certain types of fish like shark, mackerel, swordfish and tile fish. Do not have sushi and shell fish too.
* Certain dairy products like unpasteurized milk, cider, soft cheeses like camembert, feta, brie, etc., should be avoided. Cheese from pasteurized milk are safe to eat.
* Caffeine and alcohol must be strictly avoided. Though some doctors may suggest a little amount of caffeine, but you must consult your doctor before any intake.
* Do not binge on fast food and junk. Also, do not eat food that is kept out or inside the refrigerator for longer than 12 hours. Eat fresh food.
Lifestyle and Other Factors
We have combined a list of habits and other things that can be harmful in pregnancy.
* Do not soak yourself in the hot tub or sauna. Avoid a hot bath as too much heat may invite risks. Also do not douche.
* Check your beauty products like skin moisturizers and shampoos before using. Avoid stuff with toxic content. Try and avoid hair dye.
* Take medications only under the guidance of your doctor. Some drugs might be harmful in pregnancy
* Exercise is important, but avoid rigorous exercising and jumping or walking fast. Talk to your doctor before exercising. Avoid lifting heavy weights, sitting with legs crossed and also standing for a long time. Take a break from the adventures, sports and other rigorous activities.
* Another most important factor is to strictly avoid smoking. Even passive smoking is very harmful in pregnancy. Stay away from illegal drugs and environments like pubs and clubs, and other places where you might get exposed to harmful toxins.
* Other toxins that are harmful are cleaning chemicals, and also your furnace that may be emitting carbon monoxide can be harmful. Avoid cleaning chemicals and get your furnace checked. Paint fumes can also be dangerous, do not paint your house when pregnant or check for low VOC paints if you happen to use them in the house.
* Take precaution if there is a pet in your house. Stay away from the cat litter box. Kitty litter has toxoplasmosis, that can harm the baby.
Other things that you can take care of during pregnancy are: Avoid unnecessary vaccinations, radiation from X-rays can also be harmful. Do not use uncomfortable and tight clothing. Also, do not get over tired and take stress, avoid air travel, and other activities. Reduce exposure to low level electromagnetic fields like cell phones, computers, etc. Electric blankets and water bed heaters also impose a risk to the developing baby. Use a regular quilt or blanket during pregnancy. You will have to consult an obstetrician before making love to your partner during pregnancy. Making love when pregnant might impose some risks that can harm the baby. So taking precautions is advised. These were some important don'ts during pregnancy.
The last but most important thing is do not ignore the signs of any complications, besides taking care of the above mentioned things not to do during pregnancy. Pregnancy is the most revered and gifted phase in your life. Give it your best cradle of thought… Take care.
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