How should pregnant women take care of themselves? The second

Many pregnant women do not have very good physical conditions, so they need to take good care of their bodies through diet therapy. So, how should pregnant women take care of themselves?

How should pregnant women take care of themselves?

1. Nourish the liver and blood

The mother and fetus are connected by blood. The primary function of blood is to transport oxygen and nutrients needed for the baby's growth and development so that the baby can grow healthily. Once pregnant, the mother's blood volume will increase, the blood will be diluted, and the pregnant mother will suffer from nutritional anemia. Nutritional anemia in pregnant mothers can cause hypoxia symptoms such as fetal growth retardation and intrauterine distress, affecting fetal development. "The liver is the innate foundation of women." The liver stores blood and can regulate blood volume. It is also the main place for hematopoiesis in fetuses aged 3-6 months. The growth and development of the fetus in the pregnant mother's abdomen is based on blood. By conditioning and improving liver function, ensuring that the pregnant woman has sufficient liver blood and blood circulation, the hematopoietic function of the fetus is improved, effectively preventing anemia during pregnancy.

2. Regulate the spleen and stomach

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that human qi and blood are transformed from food by the spleen and stomach, so the spleen and stomach are called "the foundation of acquired nature". If the spleen and stomach are healthy, the essence and qi are abundant and the pregnancy is normal. On the contrary, the source of transformation is insufficient, the qi and blood are abnormal, and it is easy to have miscarriage and premature birth. In addition, "The Theory of Spleen and Stomach. The Theory of the Rise and Fall of the Spleen and Stomach" says: "All diseases are caused by the decline of the spleen and stomach." If the spleen and stomach are not good during pregnancy, the pregnant mother's function of transporting and transforming food will decline, affecting the absorption of nutrients by herself and the fetus, thereby affecting the growth of the fetus.

Drink Yueyang Water to regulate the spleen and stomach during pregnancy, and drink Yueyang Water to nourish during pregnancy, so that both the mother and the baby will be good. "Zi" means to nourish and nourish the pregnant woman, and "yang" means to keep the mother safe and the baby grows steadily. The biggest effect of Yueyang Water is to strengthen the spleen and stomach, nourish yin and blood. Yueyang Water can regulate the spleen and stomach, promote metabolism, relieve constipation, edema and insomnia, remove dampness and improve physical fitness, beautify the skin and prevent malnutrition.

3. Nourish the kidney and stabilize the fetus

The kidney is the innate foundation of human beings. The kidney stores essence, is the foundation of Chong and Ren meridians, and is responsible for development and reproduction. The "essence" produced by the kidney is the basic substance for human reproduction. The rise and fall of kidney essence plays a decisive role in the reproductive ability of the human body and the fetus. Pregnant mothers with good kidneys and sufficient essence can better protect the fetus.

Pregnancy precautions

1. Don’t take medicine randomly for colds

Indomethacin is a contraindicated antipyretic drug for pregnant women, and aspirin should not be used after 32 weeks of pregnancy. Antibiotics: If there is no clear evidence of bacterial infection in pregnant women with colds, such as tonsillitis, high blood pressure, coughing up yellow sputum, runny nose, etc., antibiotics are not needed. Expectorants and cough suppressants are generally safe, but cough suppressants containing iodine preparations should not be used by pregnant women.

2. What to do if a pregnant woman has diarrhea

Diarrhea in pregnant women may lead to miscarriage or premature birth. First of all, do not eat for the time being, and take appropriate fluids to replenish the water and electrolytes lost due to diarrhea, especially potassium ions, and also replenish the lost calories. You can prepare some liquid porridge that is easy to digest for pregnant women. If it is not very serious, an empty stomach will be fine. While rehydrating, closely observe whether the fetus is in good condition and whether there are any signs of miscarriage or premature birth. If the fetus is abnormal, you should go to the hospital immediately and do not be careless.

3. Correct sleeping position during pregnancy

In the early stages of pregnancy (1 to 3 months), pregnant women can sleep in any position they like, mainly in a comfortable position, such as supine or side-lying. Bad sleeping positions such as sleeping on your stomach or hugging something should be changed.

During the second trimester (4-7 months), you should protect your abdomen and avoid direct external force. If you have polyhydramnios or are pregnant with twins, you should sleep in a side-lying position, which can make you more comfortable. If you feel your lower limbs are heavy, you can lie on your back and slightly raise your lower limbs with a soft pillow.

During the late pregnancy (8 to 10 months), it is advisable to adopt the left side lying position. This position can correct the right rotation of the enlarged uterus, reduce the pressure of the uterus on the abdominal aorta and iliac arteries, increase blood supply to the fetus, and promote the growth and development of the fetus.

Dietary considerations for pregnant women

1. Pregnant women need nutrition to ensure the growth of the fetus, so the food intake of pregnant women should be increased by about 10-20% compared with normal times. For example, if you have nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy, you can take small meals frequently. The diet should be light and easy to digest. You can eat sour fruits such as jujube and oranges, but not pickled vegetables.

2. During the second trimester of pregnancy, the fetus gains 10 grams per day, and the pregnant woman should eat more. Because the enlarged uterus compresses the intestines, it is easy to cause constipation, so pregnant women should eat more vegetables and drink more water.

3. In the last three months of pregnancy, the fetus doubles in weight and brain cells grow rapidly. This is a critical stage in nutrition for pregnant women. Pay attention to sufficient, reasonable and balanced meals.

4. In the middle and late stages of pregnancy, the average daily diet should include an additional 9 grams of high-quality protein, which is equivalent to 300 grams of milk, two eggs or 50 grams of lean meat. If it is plant protein, you should eat 15 grams more, which is equivalent to 200 grams of tofu or rice.

5. During pregnancy, blood volume increases by 30%. 700 mg of iron is needed to produce red blood cells, which is three or four times the usual amount. It is advisable to eat more lean meat, poultry, fish and other animal foods, and eat pork liver two or three times a week to avoid anemia, but it is not advisable to drink tea.

Can pregnant women use mobile phones?

Pregnant women can use mobile phones for a short period of time. Experts around the world have shown that non-ionizing radiation is unlikely to harm a developing fetus because it is at the lower end of the electromagnetic spectrum. Therefore, pregnant women can use mobile phones. But it is best not to carry them with you and use them frequently for phone calls. Studies have also shown that using mobile phones for a short period of time will not harm your health.