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

Pregnancy is the most lovely stage for a woman. It brings great joy, sense of fulfillment; but it likewise brings great deal of modifications in your lifestyle, that needs thoughtful expert care. Pregnancy in working ladies demands little more attention towards handling everyday modifications and handling the new You.



Working women need to adapt to the new physical and psychological modifications during Pregnancy; and concurrently draw out their best at the professional front. It's a lovely journey that you must delight in and cherish, instead of getting distressed or stressed out.

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


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

Pregnancy and your professional life can work together. I recommend all my patients to continue with their work till 3rd trimester of Pregnancy, unless advised otherwise by your Doctor. Being taken part in work, and meeting people professionally and socially will minimize your stress levels.

2.Is it safe to travel during Pregnancy?

You can securely travel throughout your Pregnancy till 3rd trimester (30 weeks of Pregnancy); unless advised otherwise due to high threat Pregnancy.

Walking is usually suggested at all stages. Your Gynecologist might also encourage on certain Pelvic workouts 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 beverages- Replace it with Coconut water/ Fresh Juice.

• Frequently change your sitting position.

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

• Wear Comfortable loose clothing- Opt for Maternity Pants.

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

Tips for a Normal Pregnancy Outcome.

" It's a MYTH that you need to consume for TWO during Pregnancy.
Instead, you must 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 each day for each fetus.

Pregnancy cravings prevail- Avoid Fried food and oxygenated soft drinks; opt for fresh fruits & & fruit juices without preservatives.

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

MORNING SICKNESS:.

Do's-- Small & & regular meals; Keep your room well aerated for fresh air.
circulation; Eat Ginger & Gynecologist & Lemon.
Do not-- 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, MS, Director- Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kimaya Healthcare, Gurgaon; & Sr. Consultant-- Cloudnine Hospital, Gurgaon.

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

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