What you should never do when pregnant?
In this article, we discuss 13 things not to do while pregnant and explain why they can be problematic:
- Drinking alcohol.
- Eating certain foods.
- Too much caffeine.
- Hot tubs, saunas, and overheating.
- Contact sports.
- Activities with a fall risk.
- Amusement park rides.
- Changing a litter box.
What are the 4 things to avoid during pregnancy?
Here are 11 foods and beverages to avoid or minimize while pregnant.
- High mercury fish. Mercury is a highly toxic element.
- Undercooked or raw fish. This one will be tough for you sushi fans, but it’s an important one.
- Undercooked, raw, and processed meat.
- Raw eggs.
- Organ meat.
- Caffeine.
- Raw sprouts.
- Unwashed produce.
What should you do while pregnant?
All of the information is based on research evidence.
- Do take folic acid and vitamin D.
- Do stay active.
- Do think about what you eat.
- Do monitor your baby’s movements.
- Do go to sleep on your side in the third trimester.
- Do remember your mental health.
- Do consider taking the vaccinations that are offered.
Can I sleep straight during pregnancy?
“As long as you’re not flat on your back, you’re going to be fine,” she says. “Even if you can be on a 20- to 30-degree angle, that’s going to relieve any potential pressure on your inferior vena cava. I think most women, even if they were back sleepers, can be comfortable sleeping with just that bit of an angle.”
How should I sleep in early pregnancy?
In the first trimester you can sleep in any position you like, but it’s wise to start practicing side sleeping. A wealth of research shows that left side sleeping21 is the best sleeping position for you and the fetus in later pregnancy.
Is lip kissing safe during pregnancy?
It’s probably safer if your partner sticks to kissing and licking your clitoris and the lips around your vagina (labia). As your body changes, it’s natural for you to have different needs, so keep talking to your partner and paying attention to each other’s feelings.