- October 29, 2020
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- Posted by: Dr. Anushri Shah
Pregnancy is a bit difficult during winter, thus, many mothers become susceptible to cough, cold, and infections. All these uncertainties occur due to air chills, it may also cause you severe pains and aches. Though, taking medicine in such instances is not appropriate. Further, you can’t avoid such conditions until and unless you are known of how to face such a harsh climate during pregnancy? But don’t bother about it much, as Divine Mother is here to help you with the best pregnancy care tips ever. For getting more information related to any concerns about pregnancy you can join the online classes conducted by Divine Mother itself, also you can get a better acknowledgment too.
Most probably the basic requirements to survive in winter climate include adequate wearing, perfect diet, skincare, and maintaining the best immunity system. To help you out from every possibility, we have come up with the best pregnancy care tips during winter.
1. Drink Plenty of Water
Because of the chilly weather, it makes every single guy feels like they are still hydrated and don’t need to drink water. But, lemme clarify you’re going on a wrong path. You should never avoid drinking water, as it might sound odd to you, but yes in cold weather your body needs extra water. Do not take beverages as a substitute for water instead you can rely on coconut water and juices. If you feel you need reminders then simply set it on your mobile. Moreover, dehydration can lead to preterm labor.
2. Flu Vaccine
As discussed your immunity plays a vital role in such conditions. Thus, it is recommended to have a flu vaccine injected as it doesn’t harm you and your baby. Besides it keeps you and your little one safe from various diseases like flu, cough, cold, etc.
3. Winter Wearing
Many would advise you to wear numerous layering clothing but do you think this is the appropriate way of rescuing your body from winter chills? Well, it is not. Additionally, it’ll increase your labor while performing any other activity. Rather I’ll refer you to buy some warm clothes it can be a winter jacket or sweater. Just put it on and make yourself warm and comfy throughout.
4. Exercises
Going for a walk outside during winter is like a tragedy for one. As the cold wind and air chills make you feel like your body is about to get a freeze, though it is most difficult for a pregnant woman. But avoiding exercises in such instances will drag you back from your present physical condition. Thus, it is better if you continue your exercises in the home only to keep yourself fit and safe. Moreover, it is best if you join yoga classes.
5. Stay Indoors
During pregnancy your body turns more sensitive and vulnerable to diseases, somehow you have to be aware of every activity going around your surrounding for better care of yourself and your little one too. It may happen many times that you are sustaining in your room which is warm and comfortable, and as soon as you go out the chilly winds start blowing which may cause you severe shivering and lead to cold and cough. To avoid such conditions stay indoors as much as possible.
6. Moisturize your Skin
Winter may turn your smooth and fluffy skin into harsh and dry skin. The main cause behind this is winter breeze, chilled air, and the most present in your surroundings. Already, while entering the precious time of pregnancy you’ll notice your skin has a drastic change along with that winter too attacks you. To get rid of all these concerns, all you need to do is, keep moisturizing your skin with the best moisturizers you have with you.
7. Diet
The food you consume matters a lot. Include a maximum number of fruits in your diet, as they contain rich vitamins and proteins in it which assists in boosting your immunity system. Along with the immunity of your body; you must be concise about the hydration too. It is much better if you start including saffron in your diet and milk; saffron contains many extraordinary qualities that maintain your body protected and warm.
8. Stay hygiene
Whenever coming from outside make sure that you did not touch any of the surfaces. Before you touch it; be concise to wash your hands or use a hand sanitizer. Further, before eating anything be sure to wash your hands properly, so that it doesn’t affect your child in the womb.
Even after following all those tips mentioned above if you feel like you are uncomfortable with the residing conditions, then immediately contact your prenatal care provider to get each of your concerns solved.