First 3 Months Of Pregnancy Do’s & Don'ts

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Follow these precautions in the first trimester to avoid several pregnancy complications.

Do's

1.Stay hydrated

You will need more fluids during pregnancy as the blood volume boosts to help the oxygen and nutrient requirements of the fluids while plain water is the best way to hydrate. The changes in the body will increase the demand for fluid intake and you must drink 8 glasses of water in a day. You should consider having lots of water, juices, to remain hydrated at this time of pregnancy.

2. Eat Healthy Foods

Expectant mothers should maintain a healthy and well-balanced diet as this will ensure all the nutrients the baby needs are available and recommends increasing your calorie intake. making sure it is made up of dairy products, beans, sweet potatoes, eggs, berries, broccoli, lean meats, and avocados. Women who do not want children for the rest of their life can opt for tubal ligation. For more info, you can contact Dr. Manju Patidar (MBBS,DGO,FALS,FMAS) is the best Obstetrician Gynecologist In Indore and infertility specialist.

3. Take prenatal supplements

Pregnant ...
... women should be taking Iodine, folate, and Iron supplements throughout pregnancy. Eating a healthy diet is always a wise idea -- especially during pregnancy. Taking these supplements will lower the risk of a baby being with neural tube defects in the development of the brain and nervous system.

4. Get Vaccinated

Mothers who want to ensure they provide their baby with the best immunity should make sure they have all of their vaccinations up to date. a doctor should be notified right away because antibodies can lose their efficiency over time and as a result, one’s immunity will be compromised. Doctors will assure you when you have to get vaccinated on time.

Don'ts

1. Drink Alcohol

TheDrug and Alcohol Foundation advises that there is no safe way of drinking during pregnancy. As a result, completely stopping drinking is the safest and healthiest option. Maintain a Healthy Diet During Pregnancy.

2. Smoke

Better Health Channel reports on the consequences of smoking during pregnancy which can include a high increased risk of the termination of pregnancy by way of an ectopic or miscarriage pregnancy. It can also result in premature births caused by a complication that prevents the mother from carrying her baby to term.

3. Consume Drugs

The consumptions of any drugs, including heroin, cocaine, cannabis as well as other substances used as drug substitutes (e.g. petrol, glues, or aerosols) can result in very poor foetal development, damage to the baby’s organs and very bad for the baby, damage to the placenta that can result in an unsuccessful pregnancy, increased risk of birth defects, miscarriage and premature labour; as well as causing very harmful to the mother.

Dr. Manju Patidar is an Infertility Specialist & Gynecologist, Obstetrician in Indore. She has 10 + years of experience in these fields. Dr. Manju Patidar practices at Sampat Clinic, Indore.

Dr. Manju Patidar (MBBS, DGO, FALS, FMAS), best obstetrician & gynecologist in Indore Has an experience of 10 years in these fields. Dr. Manju patidar practices at Sampat Clinic in Telephone nagar chouraha , Indore. She completed MBBS from GMC, Kota in 2006 and DGO from SSMC, Rewa in 2009. She is a member of Indian Menopause Society (IMS), Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) and Indian Medical Association (IMA).