Pregnancy Health Questions

A pregnant woman nurtures a life within herself. So she must be given special attention and care. In case of any silly mistake, there is every chance of her losing the unborn baby. Pregnant women should be subjected to personalized care so that they give birth to healthy children. Below are some important health care tips for the child-bearing females: Q. 1. What are the things a pregnant woman is not allowed to eat?

A. 1.

1.Fresh salt water fish as their high Mercury content is harmful during this stage 2.Avoid large fishes such as Shark, Tile fish, Swordfish, Tuna steaks, Sea bass and Halibut owing to their high 3.Methyl-mercury content. They may cause neurological disorders. 4.Raw Chicken 5.Raw Egg 6.Any raw meats 7.Soft Cheese 8.Raw or unpasteurized Milk 9.Unwashed Fruits and Vegetables 10.Caffeine-rich foods and drinks 11.Tea 12.Cola 13.Coffee 14.Alcohol

Q. 2. What will a woman eat during her pregnancy?

A. 2. Eat everything that is termed as healthy food, especially animal livers for their high Iron contents and Foliate-rich foods to avoid unwanted birth defects.

Q. 3. Does early pregnancy have discharge?

A. 3. Yes, discharge is quite normal during early pregnancies.

Q. 4. Don’ts during Pregnancy

Refrain drug intakes
‘Say no’ to smoking
Never drink alcohol.
Avoid activities where you could fall and the baby could be hurt or injured

Q. 5. Is it normal for a pregnant woman to have acne?

A. 5. It is absolutely normal in case a pregnant woman have acnes.

Q. 6. Can a pregnant woman take antibiotics?

A. 6. Take antibiotics as per the prescribed course, not more, as it may harm the fetus.

Q. 7. Does breast milk leakage during pregnancy incur any problem?

A. 7. Leakage of Colostrums or the first milk is quite common during pregnancy and not considered harmful.

Q. 8. Are cramping and dizziness common during the first trimester of pregnancy?

A. 8. These are very common pregnancy symptoms during the first 3 months of pregnancy.

Q. 9. Is weight gain important while pregnancy?

A. 9. Weight gain is very important during pregnancy, no matter what your weight is.

Q. 10. Is Vitamin intake safe for pregnant women?

A. 10. Be careful while taking Vitamins; take only those prescribed - Multi-vitamins rich in Folic Acid