05 September, 2020

Are you a working professional? Know the Do’s and Dont’s during Pregnancy

You can manage your pregnancy and work together. Most women generally continue to work during pregnancy. If you are having a normal and healthy pregnancy, you can keep on working as long as you feel comfortable. However, pregnancy will bring in some challenges during pregnancy.

Following specific measures will make it easy to balance your pregnancy and work. Know the Do’s and Dont’s to be followed during pregnancy!

DO’s

  1. Snack healthy foods at regular intake 

    Apart from the general pregnancy cravings, you might experience continuous starving. After all, the food you take is not just for you, but for both you and your baby. Do not let your starvings go longer. Snack often even during work but prefer healthy snacking options over the regular packaged food.

  2. Quick napping and relaxing breaks 

    You may be comfortable working for more extended periods without a break. But, your baby might not like it at all. Relax your hormones and body by taking frequent breaks at regular intervals of time. Quick napping and relaxing will enhance your mood and makes you feel light during work.

  3. Stay hydrated with plenty of fluids 

    Keep your body hydrated throughout the day irrespective of the place you are at. Keep a water bottle at your desk or in your work area and sip throughout the day. Place a water bottle on your desk or in your work area. Sip throughout the day at regular intervals. Cut back on sodas, drinks and caffeine, which can be harmful to your baby at this point. Instead, choose fresh fruit juices.

DONT’s

  1. Do not allow work stress to overrule you 

    Pregnancy itself brings in a lot of stress on to your body and mind. Adding up your work stress to it might deteriorate your health excessively. Communicate with your colleagues and try to take in the limited tasks. Do not stretch the working hours and check your comfortable hours all the time.

  2. Never skip your prenatal doctor checkups

    Prenatal checkups are the best progress checking trackers about the health of you and your baby. They also help you in evaluating the critical conditions and procedural complications that require your attention. Ensure that you make time for all of them.

  3. Don’t dress uncomfortably while working

    Pregnancy is a different phase which might require your attention in a varied style. A free dress with flat footwear might make you feel at ease. Avoid tight clothing with heels that might pressure up your body and make you lose balance. You can even pick pregnancy wear that is designed to make you feel at comfort.

    When you are working while expecting, you might not have the entire homely conditions prevailed. However, you can set the perks by following the standards to ease up your pregnancy. We hope that the above mentioned DO’s and DONT’s will help you in setting up your process. 

*Information shared here is for general purpose. Please take doctors’ advice before making any decision.

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