Pregnancy without problems (helpful tips)

How to survive 9 difficult months of waiting for a child and what should be done to make childbirth easier? In this article, we have tried to cover the whole range of problems that can arise during pregnancy and provide answers to them.

What to do if you catch a cold during pregnancy?

Drink ascorbic acid.
- More liquid. Ideal herbal tea. Brew in a thermos 1 teaspoon of chamomile, mint and rose hips in 1 liter of water. A fruit drink from viburnum or cranberries is also suitable (squeeze juice from cranberries and dilute with water). You can dilute 1 tablespoon of honey in a glass of warm water and add lemon juice - an equally healthy drink.
If you don't want to eat, then don't.
- It is better to consult your doctor before taking any medication!

If the temperature rises:

Wrap yourself in a diaper soaked in alcohol (vodka) diluted with warm water.
Dilute 1 teaspoon of alcohol in 1 liter of water and lubricate the elbow, popliteal vessels, groin, neck.
Tea (linden, rosehip, sage, yarrow, hibiscus)
1+2 ≥ shower after 40 minutes ≥ dry off ≥ dry clothes.
You can also relieve a fever in a child.

Runny nose

Washing with salt and soda (dilute 1 teaspoon of salt and soda in water). We inhale into one nostril - it flows out of the other.

Sore throat?

Gargle with chamomile or soda (1 teaspoon of soda in a glass of boiled warm water) or with furacilin.

What not to do during pregnancy

Don't lift heavy.
- Do not smoke, do not drink alcohol. But 50 gr. red wine occasionally will not bring harm.
- Do not drink coffee.
- Do not sit at the computer in front of the monitor for more than 4 hours a day.
- Try to be less nervous. You can sometimes drink valerian (in tablets, not alcohol tincture).
- Try to do without pills.

What is the best food to eat during pregnancy?

I didn't follow any special diet. Eating "for two" is absolutely not worth it. You need to eat as much as before, except perhaps a little more. It is advisable to exclude any canned food from your diet and eat natural products. It is better to eat a piece of boiled beef than a sausage. Fruits (green apples are useful - a source of iron), vegetables, meat - a source of protein (not fatty), fish (contains a lot of phosphorus), dairy products (calcium), juices. With spices it is better not to abuse. It is better to exclude smoked meats, sausages, pickles, pickled cucumbers and all that from your diet. You need to drink a lot in the first half of pregnancy, and in the second it is better, on the contrary, to limit yourself to liquids, especially if the weight is growing strongly and swelling has appeared.

Just useful:

Vitamin cocktail: 100 gr. dried fruits, 50 gr. nuts, 50 gr. honey, grind 1 lemon in a meat grinder or blender (one teaspoon in the morning).
- Vitamin salad: carrots, beets, cabbage, butter.

vitamins

You must definitely drink. Desirable, special for pregnant women. Not bad vitamins Elevit, Vitrum, Pregnavit. Be sure to check if your vitamins contain iodine and folic acid. Elevit and Pregnavit, for example, should be drunk in combination with Iodomarin.

Nausea

In the morning, without getting out of bed, drink half a glass of warm milk with cookies or just (you can prepare a thermos with hot milk in the evening) and lie down for 10-15 minutes.
- The aroma of lemon slices or mint leaves can save you from an attack of nausea. (I put a saucer with a sliced ​​lemon on my work table, it saved me from the smells of microwaved borscht and sausages coming from the kitchen. They also gave me a small sandalwood elephant, he also helped me out more than once.
And I cooked dinner for my husband, wrapping my face in a towel.
- Sour lollipops or with menthol (with sweets, the main thing is not to overdo it.

To avoid breaks

Drink fish oil capsules.
- Lubricate the crotch with cream.
- Perform special exercises every day to strengthen the muscles of the perineum: retract the anus (you should feel the muscles of the vagina contract) and hold the muscles in tension for a few seconds, then relax, repeat 30 times (several times a day).

The uterus is in good shape, the threat of miscarriage?

You need to drink vitamin E, noshpa, valerian and, again, try not to be nervous.

Edema

Exercise: rise on the floor with your fingers and fall.
- Restrict yourself to fluids in recent months.

convulsions

To avoid stretch marks

Every time after a shower, lubricate the chest, abdomen and thighs with a fat baby cream (without zinc) or a special cream for stretch marks.
- Light massage of the skin of the abdomen and thighs.

Breast preparation for feeding

Lubricate the chest with a fat cream after a shower.
- Rub the nipples with a dry towel to make them a little hardened, and subsequently there were no cracks when you start feeding the baby.

Phlebeurysm

You can purchase special tights that prevent the possibility of varicose veins with an increasing load on the legs in the last months of pregnancy.
- Pour knee-deep cold water after a shower.
- There are special "stockings for childbirth." Many women develop swollen veins on their legs just after the birth itself.

"Rhinitis pregnant"

A drink with lemon juice and honey will help make breathing a little easier.
- You can wash with salt (see above for a runny nose with a cold).

Decreased hemoglobin

Freshly squeezed beetroot juice
- Pomegranate juice
- Honey (1 tablespoon before meals)
- Grind buckwheat and add to food
- Greenery
- Flower pollen, aperactose (usually sold in the same place as honey)
- A little red dry wine, diluted with water

constipation

Prunes
- dried apricots
- 1 tbsp. a spoonful of vegetable oil before meals
- Raw water on an empty stomach
- Bran
- sea kale
- Baked potato
- Whole wheat grains

Bandage

In the courses that we attended with my husband, we were advised not to wear a bandage, only if the back hurts badly or in the last months of pregnancy for a long walk. At home, a bandage should not be worn at all.

linen

The bra should support the bust well so that it does not lose shape. It (bra) should be on wide straps, pitted and sewn from natural fabrics, such as cotton.
- Panties should also be made of natural fabric and either low or special for pregnant women so as not to overtighten the stomach.

walks

Sport

Walking (walking fresh air)
- Ideal option - swimming pool
- Easy exercises:
Stand with your back against the wall. Press your back against the wall tightly, relax. Repeat 15-20 times.
Special exercises to strengthen the muscles of the perineum:
Clamp an inflatable ball between your legs, retract the anus. Walk 10 steps forward and the same number back. Then stand on half-toes and walk 10 steps back and forth with the ball. Lie on your back and alternately raise and lower your legs (not very high).
- Exercises in the pool are very useful: 1) somersaults in the water back and forth (this exercise must be performed where it is deep enough), 2) dive, reach the bottom, repeat several times, 3) swim in one direction of the pool on one side, to the other on the other, 4) swimming on your back and “like a dolphin”, 5) turn your back to the side, holding your hands, do the bicycle exercise, 6) also swing your legs in the water at the side, 7) straighten your legs and imagine that you you go, or rather you march (this exercise must be performed where it is deep enough).

Of course, for every girl, pregnancy is one of the most important life stages. Throughout the entire time of bearing a child, a flurry of various tips and warnings falls on a woman. Interestingly, for each of them there is some supposedly really happened case. Fortunately, most of them are nothing more than ordinary myths that are picked up and spread by not very literate people. To know how to distinguish the wheat from the chaff, one must fully study, what is possible during pregnancy and what is not.

Consider the main points from what girls in position can do:

• Have sex. If this does not cause any discomfort to you and your beloved man, then. In addition, it can give even more incredible emotions. Of course, you must first consult with your doctor.
• Get a haircut. Whoever says anything, however, cutting and dyeing hair during pregnancy is not contraindicated. A woman has every right to look great always. The only thing to avoid is certain toxic substances.
• Swim. Doctors recommend swimming during pregnancy as often as possible. Also, do not forget about the special aqua - aerobics. After all, it greatly relaxes and relieves stress.
• Do needlework. It is not known where it came from that pregnant girls are strictly forbidden, for example, to embroider. If you want to entertain yourself then why not.
• It's delicious to eat. Yes, most of the usual products will have to be excluded. However, it is enough to form your own correctly - and everything will be in order.
• Physical exercise. If the doctor does not prohibit physical activity, then it is quite possible to do this in moderation. In general, yoga will be of great benefit.
• Travel. If you wish, go where you want and on what you want. This is not forbidden. However, the closer the birth, the more it is recommended not to go far from your own apartment.

Now you need to understand what is strictly forbidden for a girl to do when she is carrying a child:

• Drinking alcohol. It is under the strictest ban. Even a few glasses of red wine can adversely affect the health of the unborn baby. Moreover, alcohol can provoke a long and difficult birth, as well.
• smoke. Scientists have proven that a child can become addicted to smoking even at the stage when a girl is pregnant with him. Plus, immunity is weakened, and the lungs become not fully developed. If you are planning a pregnancy, it is recommended to give up nicotine a few months before its expected start.
• Eating the wrong food. First of all, for the next nine months, you can forget about both raw eggs and scrambled eggs. Boiled milk is now banned. Also, you can not eat sushi, sausage, minced meat, blue cheese and raw meat.
• Eat for two. The body needs only 200 kcal more during pregnancy. Overeating can lead to diabetes during pregnancy and make childbirth much more difficult.
• To drink coffee. During pregnancy, a taboo is imposed on coffee, as well as strong black tea. Caffeine - this substance is found in both drinks, it can greatly harm the unborn baby.
• self-medicate. Since immunity is significantly reduced, the girl begins to get sick more often. At this time, self-medication is strictly prohibited. Only a doctor can prescribe all the necessary medicines. And even more so, you do not need to look towards traditional medicine.
• Take hot baths. If the water temperature is more than +39 degrees, then this can adversely affect the formation of the fetus.
• To engage in the gym. Heavy physical activity is now banned.
• Clean up the cat litter. There is a high risk of contracting toxoplasmosis.
• Walk in high heels. Thus, an excessive load is created on the spine. After childbirth, you may begin to suffer from back pain.

• It is categorically impossible to tell anyone about the upcoming appearance of the child.. In fact, you can do whatever you want. Nothing will happen because of this. The myth has gone back to the time when almost all people were terribly afraid of the evil eye. A kind of "hushing up" was the only way to deal with this problem.
• It is forbidden to cut hair. Some girls still believe in him. The ancient peoples had many legends regarding hair. It was believed that if the girl cut her hair, she would destroy all the strength of the baby. Modern science does not confirm this myth.
• The shape of the abdomen indicates who you will have - a girl or a boy. There are various theories about what shape a girl's belly should be in order to determine whether a son or daughter is born. In fact, only with the help of ultrasound is it possible to understand what gender the child is.
• You will lose a tooth if you give birth to a child. This myth has partial confirmation. And dentists agree. During pregnancy, the gums become inflamed, and problems with the teeth appear. Therefore, visits to the doctor should be made more often.

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What can pregnant women do and what not, and what can result in non-compliance with well-known recommendations? They are given both by gynecologists and familiar experienced mothers, there are also people's advice, it should also be noted that sometimes they are not bad. There are restrictions on what pregnant women should not do during early dates, but allowed at later times. More about all this.

1. Douching. This is a previously widely used therapeutic effect, which was used for various gynecological diseases affecting the vagina. With the help of a douche, women irrigate the vagina with a therapeutic agent and receive a therapeutic effect. Moreover, the effect is local, not on the whole body, which is also often a plus.
However, douching should not be done by pregnant women, since this procedure has a side effect - with a jet of liquid, an infection can be introduced into the uterus, and this will most likely end in a miscarriage. Not to mention the fact that careless and inept actions can damage the walls of the vagina and the cervix. Doctors prescribe vaginal suppositories and tablets as a treatment for expectant mothers, it is much safer and more convenient.

2. Experience stress. A strong nervous shock can even lead to miscarriage or premature birth. Therefore, expectant mothers are not advised to read scary stories, watch crime news. Pregnant women should not go to funerals and cemeteries, at least if possible. But if everything is clear with the dead, it’s really not worth looking at them for the expectant mother, then why do they say that she shouldn’t go to the temple of God? Some superstitious people claim that this is a bad omen. Remember that pregnant women should not go to church - this is not true.

3. Starve, follow an unbalanced and low-calorie diet. Losing the weight of the mother is dangerous, including for the child, as he may not get enough nutrients. And as a result of this, to lag behind in their development from the gestational age, to be born weak and underweight. Especially at an early stage, pregnant women should not limit themselves in natural vitamins. Since a lack of, for example, folic acid can provoke severe malformations of the embryo that are incompatible with life. You need to eat varied. The menu of a pregnant woman should be daily cereals, vegetables, fruits, dairy products and meat.

4. Smoke and drink alcohol. Pregnant women should not do this. Even during the planning of pregnancy, a woman should give up bad habits that are so dangerous for the unborn child. But if the pregnancy came unplanned and, for example, in a state of intoxication, it should not be interrupted only because of fear about the health of the child. Since the fetal egg has not yet developed, is not connected with the mother's body by the circulatory system, most likely everything will work out well. If the embryo is damaged, then in the very first weeks of pregnancy, the fetal egg will stop developing, or spontaneous miscarriage will occur.
The adoption of alcohol by a pregnant woman, even in small quantities, reduces the intelligence of the child. Smoking is less dangerous, but also almost always leads to hypoxia (lack of oxygen) in the child, slowing down their weight gain.

5. Pregnant women should not take medicines, biologically active supplements, vitamins, unless they have been prescribed by a doctor. Ideally, the less a woman takes any "chemistry" during pregnancy, the better. Only folic acid and potassium iodide are needed, according to indications in the second half of pregnancy, calcium and iron preparations.

6. Get some examinations. For example, in the first trimester of a pregnant woman, it is impossible to take an x-ray, especially if more than 2-3 weeks have passed since ovulation - conception. Ultrasound is considered a safe study, but nevertheless it is better not to undergo it outside the screening terms and without a good reason.
As for gynecological examinations, they are safe and will not provoke a miscarriage. You don't need to be afraid of them. Even colposcopy - examination of the cervix using a special optical device is safe, although it should be performed only according to strict indications, as it can cause discomfort and hypertonicity of the uterus in a pregnant woman.
It is possible and necessary to treat the teeth of expectant mothers. An untreated infection can even lead to fetal death. Don't be afraid of dentists. As anesthesia during pregnancy, they use only safe, approved drugs.

7. Pregnant women should not lift weights., as this can provoke at least uterine hypertonicity or even abortion. In the early stages, detachment of the fetal egg may occur. And after 16 weeks, strong stress can provoke a rupture of the fetal bladder and a late miscarriage.

8. Do gymnastics that is not intended for expectant mothers. Here are some exercises that pregnant women should not do, for example:

• to strengthen the abdominal muscles;
• slopes;
• any exercises that are performed lying on your back (raising legs, for example); - jumping;
• and any others that can provoke uterine hypertonicity - pregnant women should not raise their hands with various weighting agents, for example, with dumbbells.

9. Eat food that can cause poisoning or intestinal infection. That is, you can not eat meat with blood, raw eggs or soft-boiled, soft cheeses. Poisoning or intestinal infection is very dangerous, especially in severe cases, when dehydration sets in, and there is a need to take strong antibiotics.

10. Sit cross-legged, stay upright for a long time- all this can provoke swelling and venous stasis. And if you practice this often, then symptoms of varicose veins may appear. The expectant mother, especially at a long pregnancy, needs more rest, and when resting lying down, it is advisable to raise her legs slightly above head level.

11. Visit a bath, sauna, take a hot bath. Here's what pregnant women should also not do to avoid miscarriage. There are many stories of women bleeding after visiting a bath, for example. A hot bath can lead to fainting due to a rapid drop in blood pressure.

12. Sleep on your back. For long periods, this is not only inconvenient, but can also lead to a lack of oxygen in the fetus, because in this position of the body of the expectant mother, her inferior vena cava is squeezed.

14. Do not interact with young children unless you have previously had chickenpox (chickenpox) and rubella and have not been vaccinated against them. Rubella infection in the first trimester is an indication for artificial termination of pregnancy.

15. Do not visit public places. If possible, limit your visits to the clinic, shops, travel by public transport. All in order to avoid infection with infections transmitted by airborne droplets.

These are all self-evident recommendations. But there are very ambiguous and incomprehensible. For example, it is not clear why pregnant women should not shop before the baby is born. After all, then it will not be until then. And every woman wants to choose a stroller, crib, bath and other baby things to her taste. However, there are well-known folk signs for pregnant women, what you can’t do - you can’t buy baby clothes before the birth of a child, as this can bring misfortune to him. This is a bad omen. Of course, it's nonsense. And it is much more pleasant and calmer to buy everything in advance and without haste.

Another incomprehensible sign that pregnant women should not cut their hair. Allegedly, in this way, the mother shortens the life of the child. This is superstition. It is harmful for the expectant mother not to monitor her appearance.

There are also very ambiguous signs on the topic of needlework. Allegedly, a pregnant woman cannot sew, knit, embroider, etc. In fact, this pastime has a very positive effect on the nervous system. And you don’t need to drink valerian to calm down, you just need to keep your hands busy with needlework.

From all that has been said, the conclusion follows that you only need to listen to the recommendations of your doctor, and the rest, which are given by people without the appropriate education, should be ignored.

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A woman in a position changes culinary preferences, lifestyle, attitude towards others. The mother-to-be consciously tries to limit herself from everything that can harm her child. This applies to diet, actions, bad habits. Knowing what is impossible for pregnant women at an early stage is necessary not only for newly-made parents, but also for relatives who also want to ensure a favorable pregnancy.

What not to do during pregnancy

There are many myths and facts about this period of a woman's life: some believe that she cannot cut her hair, paint her nails, move actively, etc. You should look into this more carefully. Due to the change in the hormonal background, it is better to refrain from perming and hair coloring procedures, as a result of which their condition may worsen. If you belong to the category of women who dye their hair all the time, opt for sparing options. The expectant mother is also forbidden to wear synthetic underwear. During pregnancy, you can not:

• take baths (hot);
• visit the sauna and solarium;
• take medication without consulting a doctor;
• vaccinate against rubella, tuberculosis, mumps;
• perform X-ray or fluorography;
• clean the cat's toilet (the cat is a carrier of a disease such as toxoplasmosis).

What not to eat when pregnant

A conscious woman during pregnancy reviews her diet with special care, some even hang a list of prohibited dishes in the kitchen. During this period, food addictions or aversion to certain foods are formed. It may turn out that you are not drawn to healthy food, but you want to eat more of what you can’t, so it’s important to study the list of foods that are dangerous to the health of the developing organism.

	Action on the body	Products
Fatty, fried, peppery, spicy	They affect the liver, kidneys and gallbladder, which are already displaced during pregnancy.	French fries, salo, steak, chili, Korean salads, adjika
	They have a detrimental effect on the entire human body, for example, the carcinogenic additive E211 can contribute to the development of cancer.	Chewing gum, sweets, confectionery, chips, croutons, seasoning, sauce
canned food	Influence the synthesis of proteins, which are the main building material of a developing organism	Canned fish
Some seafood		Tuna, mackerel, shark, crab, shrimp, swordfish.
raw eggs	May cause salmonella infection

In the early stages

The development and health of the baby depends on how the first trimester of pregnancy goes, so the expectant mother should scrupulously approach the issue of her nutrition. It is advisable to give preference only to natural products prepared in compliance with all sanitary norms. At this time, there are no significant changes in the woman's condition, but you still need to limit or exclude the following products:

• Sweets and flour products. They contribute to rapid weight gain, so in the early stages it is important to adjust your diet in order to feel good at the end of pregnancy and not suffer from edema. This category includes all kinds of confectionery and refined sugar, which do not contain vitamins, but are full of carbohydrates.
• Products that can cause allergies, which can result in improper development of the child or even miscarriage. These include red vegetables, fruits, citrus fruits, honey.
• Beans, beans, peas can cause increased gas formation, which will result in increased tone.
• Chocolate, being a powerful stimulant, has a detrimental effect on the mental and nervous system of the little man. The measure is important here, a couple of pieces will not hurt anyone, so you are allowed to allow yourself such a treat once a week.

What should not be eaten by pregnant women

The diet of the expectant mother should not harm the developing organism. Some dishes can be limited during this important period of life, their single use will not lead to negative consequences. However, there are foods that need to be blacklisted for the period of bearing a child and breastfeeding. Pregnant women should not eat:

What is better not to drink

If a cup of morning coffee has become a daily ritual for you, you should give up this pleasure for the sake of the health of your unborn child. This drink has an adverse effect: it increases blood pressure, provokes a threat of miscarriage, causes insomnia, removes vitamins and microelements from the body. You also need to remove caffeinated foods from your menu, do not drink energy drinks and cola.

It is permissible for black tea lovers to occasionally consume this drink, which should not be strong. The reason for this is all the same caffeine, which, penetrating the placenta, can harm the baby. Carbonated water must be discarded due to the content of chemicals and dyes.

Any drinks containing alcohol put a strain on the kidneys, which already work during pregnancy in an enhanced mode. Even if you decide to treat yourself to a glass of beer, this can negatively affect the intellectual abilities and the formation of the unborn baby, especially in the first trimester. Therefore, drinking alcohol is prohibited. Kvass is also better not to drink at this time. These tips for pregnant women in the early stages will help to avoid many unpleasant moments.

What not to do when pregnant

In this special period of life, new habits, rules appear and the perception of the world around us changes. Sometimes a woman thinks she can turn the world around, and sometimes she doesn't even have the strength to brush her teeth. It is important to treat this condescendingly and follow a set of measures that will ensure your safety. According to these rules, it is prohibited:

• Carry out general cleaning with household chemicals. In extreme cases, you need to protect yourself as much as possible by wearing gloves and ventilating the room.
• Sitting still at a computer or favorite job. When doing embroidery or any other creative process, do not forget to do active physical 15 minutes.
• Walk in high heels (more than 4 cm). If you don't want varicose veins or flat feet, you can't do that.
• Sit with your legs crossed. In this position, the veins located in the popliteal fossa are clamped, and blood circulation in the pelvic organs slows down. The result may be fetal hypoxia.
• smoke. This leads to poor blood supply to the placenta due to its vasoconstrictive action. There is a chance that the baby will be born prematurely or with a small weight.
• Forget about parties and discos. The smell of cigarette smoke, alcohol and loud music do not contribute to the beneficial course of pregnancy.
• Hold off on extreme sports. Adrenaline negatively affects the mental activity of the baby, so you should avoid stress, worries and be less nervous. The expectant mother should provide herself with a calm and positive environment.

In the early stages

Sleeping on your stomach is not recommended during the first trimester. This position puts pressure on the uterus, which can damage the embryo. You can be in this position in rare cases, but by no means make it a habit. However, when the tummy has already noticeably increased, it is advisable to listen to the recommendations of doctors and exclude rest on the back. Blood circulation may be disturbed due to the fact that the grown belly will put a load on the deep veins.

In the first trimester, the girl's hormonal background changes, which results in mood swings and emotional outbursts. During this period, for some, intimate relationships are a necessity, while for others they are undesirable. According to doctors, a pregnant woman is allowed to have sex, moreover, it also has a positive result, since endorphins are produced. A nice bonus is the training of the pelvic muscles.

However, there are contraindications in cases where the tone of the uterus is increased, there is a risk of miscarriage or an infection in the partner. It is better to refuse intimate relationships so that there is no abortion. In other cases, the expectant mother is allowed to have sex throughout the entire pregnancy, the main thing is to avoid deep penetration, pressure on the stomach and too long intercourse.

What movements can not be done during pregnancy

While waiting for a baby, a woman should exclude work that involves lifting heavy items(more than 3 kg). The permissible weight, in exceptional cases, is 5 kg. It is also contraindicated for pregnant women in the early stages to rearrange furniture in the apartment, make sharp and jerky movements. This can lead to premature birth. You can not do repairs and heavy physical work. Leave the painting of the walls, beating the carpets, washing the windows to someone else or postpone for a certain time.

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Pregnancy is the most important moment in a girl's life. Responsibility falls on the shoulders already at the planning stage. And the goal of the expectant mother is the birth of a healthy child. In order for the pregnancy to be successful, it is recommended to steadily listen to the advice of doctors, read thematic literature and follow the recommendations of experienced mothers.

During pregnancy, it is recommended to eat right, appear more often in the fresh air, monitor your health, pay attention to sleep and rest, minimize physical activity and be patient. As a result, childbirth will be successful and less painful. In order for the unborn child to develop normally and appear healthy, you need to know what is possible for pregnant women. We will analyze this topic in the article, where we will answer 20 popular questions.

1. Drink coffee

Drinking coffee in reasonable amounts will not harm the child, and the expectant mother will invigorate and reward her with a great mood. Therefore, you can not refuse coffee. The main thing is that the daily dose does not exceed two cups of a weak drink.

However, some doctors claim that drinking coffee during pregnancy, even in small amounts, reduces the weight of the child. If you drink liters, the risk of stillbirth will increase. The drink contains a lot of caffeine, which increases blood pressure and excites the nervous system. Drinking it is advised taking into account the characteristics of the body.

2. Drink tea

Drinking tea during pregnancy is not prohibited, if we are talking about reasonable amounts. In position, the daily norm of weak tea is two cups. It is allowed to add honey or slices of lemon to the drink. The useful elements contained in such an amount of black tea are enough to protect and strengthen the teeth, increase the permeability of blood vessels.

As for biologically active additives in tea, handle them with care. Contrary to their naturalness, some of them tone the muscles of organs, including the uterus. With an unfortunate combination of circumstances, a miscarriage will occur. Therefore, it is better to refuse additives.

3. Drink beer

The thoughtless use of alcoholic beverages will lead to the appearance of mental disorders and developmental abnormalities in the child. Overturning once again a small glass of beer, the mother will reward the baby with addiction. The abuse of beer and other alcohol-containing drinks leads to such terrible consequences.

It's not just the alcohol in beer that's dangerous. The composition of the drink includes phytoestrogen - a substance that resembles hormones in structure. The intake of "third-party" hormones into the body of a woman has a bad effect on the hormonal balance and is dangerous for the child.

4. Drink milk

There are no prohibitions regarding the use of milk during pregnancy. A woman in position is allowed to use liquid or powdered milk, and the choice of goat, cow, baked or fresh milk depends on preferences, usefulness and frequency of use.

If a rash, indigestion, or other negative reactions appear after a glass of milk, it is better to refuse the product. A worthy replacement would be homemade yogurt, cottage cheese or cheese. These products are rich in protein and calcium, they are able to take care of the health of the expectant mother and baby no worse than milk.

5. Get vaccinated

When deciding whether to get vaccinated, doctors are based on the benefit-to-harm ratio. Vaccination is carried out in the presence of an increased likelihood of contracting the disease. Pregnant women are advised not to travel to certain countries due to the need for certain vaccinations. In case of contact with the sick, vaccinations are welcome.

Vaccination is different from vaccination, and each of them can lead to complications. During pregnancy, vaccination with live viruses is unacceptable. As for vaccinations based on inactive viruses, in some cases they are allowed. In this case, the antibodies contained in the injection are transferred to the baby and provide protection.

6. Do inhalations

According to the unanimous opinion of doctors, inhalations are a necessary remedy for the treatment of pregnant women. They, unlike medicines, do not affect the functioning of organs. Coughing attacks in the mother bring discomfort to the baby, and with a runny nose, the placenta does not receive enough oxygen. Therefore, inhalation treatment is a safe solution.

Inhalation steam is useful in the early treatment of dry and hacking coughs. But if the disease is accompanied by a temperature, inhalation is prohibited. Better breathe essential oils. Doing inhalation during pregnancy is allowed an hour after eating.

7. Do fluorography

Fluorography is a low-dose research method. During pregnancy, the procedure is contraindicated. Women in the position are exempted from the planned passage of the study. Doctors resort to any X-ray research methods only in case of serious clinical indications.

In some cases, fluorography is done for girls in position, but on the condition that the benefit of the study for the expectant mother is higher than the risk for the child. In all other cases, research methods are used that do not provide for ionizing radiation.

8. Epilate

During pregnancy, it is allowed to use hair removal techniques that are performed at home and do not affect the woman's body. These include waxing and removing unwanted vegetation with an electric epilator. It is risky to resort to other methods during pregnancy. It is better to refuse them.

During pregnancy, it is recommended to fight hairs by shaving. More effective ways postpone depilation until the application is safe for the child.

9. Making shellac

Doctors disagreed on this issue. Some argue that the shellac manicure technique is safe, others see harm in it. Cautious masters believe that it is not worth doing shellac during pregnancy, since the reaction of the female body to chemistry is unpredictable.

Girls in position are very sensitive, capricious and have a heightened sense of smell. It is possible that as part of the procedure, a pregnant woman will develop severe toxicosis. It is better to exclude shellac for a while and think about the health of the child.

10. Get a tattoo

Tattooing during pregnancy is a popular procedure, as it facilitates self-care. After the tattoo, you do not need to put your eyebrows in order. There is no consensus on whether it can be done while in position.

One thing is for sure, that a master building a career in this area will not want to tattoo a girl in position, since there are many nuances that are impossible to predict. We are talking about painful sensations, a spoiled mood when the color does not match the wishes of the lady and other points.

11. Go to the cemetery

Church representatives argue that pregnant women should visit the cemetery and commemorate people who have passed away. God blesses people who remember their ancestors. It is only recommended that you do so if you wish. Do not forget about superstitions, according to which pregnant women should not visit the cemetery.

Once near the grave of a loved one, a woman can be overwhelmed by negative emotions and strong feelings, which will affect the health of the mother and baby. Stress is the main cause of ailments. Therefore, it is better to refuse to visit the cemetery.

12. Go to church

Answer folk customs this question is negative, but the church welcomes. Let's figure it out. According to the church, the unborn child is God's blessing. Therefore, representatives of the church see no reason to refuse to visit the temple.

For many, pregnancy is associated with the menstrual cycle, within which it is forbidden to attend church, but it is incorrect to compare these conditions. According to the priests, the expectant mother should go to church and pray. It is also not forbidden to confess and receive communion.

13. Go to the bath

If everything is in order with the health of a pregnant woman, it is allowed to visit the bath after consulting a doctor. Remember that going to the bath in the early stages is contraindicated.

In all other cases, visiting the bath trains the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, strengthens the immune system. Bath procedures are an excellent prevention of colds. If a pregnant girl has not previously visited a steam room, it is not advised to start during pregnancy.

14. Go to a funeral

Funerals are a powerful source of stress that can lead to the loss of a child. If a pregnant girl is afraid of attending a funeral or is worried about comfort, it is better to stay at home. If a funeral of a loved one is held and there is a great desire to attend it, it is recommended to listen to the inner voice. When you are sure that everything will be fine, go.

There are often cases when there is no desire to attend a funeral for other reasons. In this situation, pregnancy can be argued for refusal, no one will condemn anyone. You can say goodbye to the one who left the world on a mental level.

15. Walk in heels

Sexy, beautiful and fashionable shoes are contraindicated for girls in the position for all three quarters. Heeled shoes are allowed to be worn in the first half of pregnancy, although do not forget about the state of health.

Even if you feel good, it is better to refuse to constantly wear heels, otherwise it helps to increase the tone of the uterus. If you can't imagine life without shoes, limit yourself to wearing such shoes for a few hours and, after enjoying yourself, give your feet a massage.

16. Go to the pool

Some future mothers consider regular swimming pool visits useful, while others are afraid of catching an infection. In any case, before visiting the pool, consult a gynecologist. In the absence of complications and objections from the doctor, visit the pool at the moment. I knowingly added the phrase "now". It is allowed to visit the pool after the formation of the mucous plug and until it exits.

17. Go to the solarium

Prolonged exposure to the sun is undesirable for a pregnant woman. Doctors recommend that pregnant women temporarily forget about artificial tanning and do not go to the solarium.

Under the influence of lamps, the hormonal background will change, which will lead to the appearance of age spots. During pregnancy, the skin is sensitive to the effects external factors and the risk of burns is great.

18. Dye your hair

During pregnancy, the hormonal background of the body undergoes changes that affect the structure of the hair. An increase in progesterone levels helps to reduce hair loss, resulting in thicker hair.

The results of studies have shown that paints are safe for pregnant women. But do not forget that the body of a woman is individual. Representatives of medicine argue that the chemicals that are part of the paints adversely affect the scalp and the condition of the body. Therefore, before using hair dyes, consult a doctor.

19. Smoking while pregnant

In the second trimester, cigarettes negatively affect the child's condition and increase the likelihood of violations. Smoking often leads to disastrous consequences, including: premature birth, miscarriage, premature detachment of the placenta or bleeding from the uterus.

Quitting smoking is recommended before conception. At the same time, it is not necessary to fight the habit after learning about pregnancy. The body of a woman is used to receiving a dose of nicotine. It is better if in the first trimester you reduce the dose. As a result, the body will prepare to give up cigarettes.

20. Fly on an airplane

There is no unequivocal opinion about flying by plane during pregnancy. During the flight, the female body is exposed to loads, but they are dangerous for a pregnant woman only in some cases.

If the pregnancy is proceeding normally, there are no contraindications to the use of air transport. But if it is possible to get to the right place by another means of transportation, they are not advised to take risks. You can enjoy the comfort of air travel after the birth of your baby.