Tips for a Safe Pregnancy: Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, MS.

Pregnancy is the most stunning stage for a woman. It brings excellent pleasure, sense of satisfaction; however it also brings lot of changes in your way of life, that requires caring professional care. Pregnancy in working women needs little bit more attention towards dealing with daily changes and coping with the new You.



Working women require to adjust to the new physical and emotional changes during Pregnancy; and simultaneously highlight their best at the expert front. It's a gorgeous journey that you should take pleasure in and treasure, instead of getting anxious or stressed.

Some tips from Dr Deepika Tiwari, Gynecologist & Obstetrician, Gurgaon, India; on how to make your journey comfy without compromising your professional front.


1.Can I continue with my expert life, or I should take a break?

Pregnancy and your professional life can go hand in hand. I encourage all my patients to continue with their work till 3rd trimester of Pregnancy, unless recommended otherwise by your Doctor. Being engaged in work, and conference people professionally and socially will reduce your tension levels.

2.Is it safe to travel during Pregnancy?

You can safely travel throughout your Pregnancy till 3rd trimester (30 weeks of Pregnancy); unless recommended otherwise due to high risk Pregnancy.

Strolling is typically advised at all stages. Your Gynecologist might also advise on particular Pelvic exercises to improve opportunities of Normal Delivery.

3.Tips that can help me remain comfortable throughout Office Work?

• Take short walk after every 2-3 hrly.

• Drink Plenty of Water.

• Take Small snacks to prevent hypoglycemia- Fresh Fruits/ Dry Fruits.

• Avoid usage of Tea/ Coffee/ Aerated drinks- Replace it with Coconut water/ Fresh Juice.

• Frequently alter your sitting position.

• Antacids/ Anti-Emetic medications should be kept helpful (as prescribed by your Doctor).

• Wear Comfortable loose clothes- Opt for Maternity Pants.

• Stay away from Active & Passive Smoking; and Alcoholic drinks.

Tips for a Normal Pregnancy Outcome.

" It's a MYTH that you need to consume for TWO during Pregnancy.
Instead, you need to think of consuming TWICE as Healthy. ".

CALORIE INTAKE: The normal requirement during Pregnancy is 300- 400 Kcal each day over & & above your regular intake. Daily calorie count must be in the variety of 2200- 2500 Kcal daily for singleton pregnancy.

In case of twins or triplet Pregnancy, an additional 300 Kcal daily for each foetus.

Pregnancy cravings prevail- Avoid Fried food and aerated soft drinks; choose fresh fruits & & fruit juices without preservatives.

BABY NUTRITION: The foetus derives its nutrition from the Amniotic fluid. To keep optimum fluid and electrolyte balance, you need: 2-2.5 litres of water intake daily; Coconut water and so on, as recommended by your Doctor.

MORNING SICKNESS:.

Do's-- Small & & frequent meals; Keep your room well aerated for fresh air.
circulation; Eat Ginger & & Lemon.
Don't-- DON'T Skip Meals; Avoid Lying down just after meals.

WHAT TO AVOID DURING PREGNANCY:.

Maggi, Pineapple & & Raw Papaya; Raw Seafood; Undercooked Meat & & Poultry.

DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.

Based upon interview with Dr Deepika Tiwari MBBS, Doctor MS, Director- Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kimaya Healthcare, Gurgaon; & Sr. Consultant-- Cloudnine Hospital, Gurgaon.

You can visit our official page for more information; or to connect with the doctor.

https://www.deepikatiwari.com OR WhatsApp @ +91-8447918981.