Heat and pregnancy: the rules of survival
On the heat now and talk unseemly , it almost became an integral part of our lives. 35 degrees in the shade , and the sun has the thermometer all 40 shows . This heat had to be the way to relax on the water , but it is not necessary for pregnant women. Overheating – a very dangerous thing that could have a lot of unpleasant consequences . Therefore, to even such in African hot summer pregnancy was the joy and proceeded without complications, you need to follow a few rules . Thus, the recommendation for pregnant women during the heat :
Do not overheat
Not supercool , nor overheated pregnant women can not ! Gets too hot , not only you but your future child , which may affect its development is not the best way. So do everything possible to prevent this from happening . It is advisable not to be outside in the daytime , go for a walk in the late afternoon , or try to be in the shade. If possible ispolzute home air conditioner to cool the air , fans , fans. But – very neat ! In this heat , trying to cool himself all the time , you can easily catch a cold ! Any cold or infection affects adversely , so be careful to avoid sudden changes in temperature , and do not overdo it with ice and food from the refrigerator . In the hottest time of the day is better to get some sleep , it helps to sleep through the grueling heat . To prevent overheating , always take a shower or swim . Water should be cool but not ice ! Inflammation of the lungs or sore throat during pregnancy, you absolutely do not need . Swimming in general is very useful for pregnant women : the water cools , relaxes , soothes and relieves stress from the spine and stimulates the muscles . To lower body temperature, you can omit the feet in a basin with cool water, it will improve blood circulation and help prevent overheating and heat stroke .
In very hot weather your body is under stress , to reduce it – try to rest more , do not use makeup , do not make long journeys and driving, and even as a passenger, a long time to sit in one position . Wear loose clothing that hugs the body not to breeze could blow you .
Observe safe mode
During pregnancy , especially in hot weather , the body must necessarily receive adequate amounts of fluids , and better if it will not soda or juices , and carbonated water or tea , and cranberry juice. All drinks must be at room temperature or slightly colder . The water should be drunk necessarily , albeit a little bit , but drinking (or at least rinse your mouth !) : lack of water in the body leads to a decrease in blood volume , which in turn affects the increase in blood concentrations of oxytocin – the hormone that causes uterine contractions, and this may contribute to preterm birth. At the last stage of pregnancy when the growing probability of edema , limit fluid intake – 1.5 liters of water a day . Also in summer it is desirable for the maximum excluded from the diet, salt and sugar.
There fruit
In hot weather, pregnant want to drink more , but the situation requires restraint. The kidneys and liver are working with the future mother of two in the literal sense of the word. It is therefore very important to eat right and do not abuse the drink. Swelling may occur due to excess fluid that accumulates in the tissues of the body . Many pregnant women think that it was quite normal state in their situation , and if the swelling with rest , is not too concerned . But the pathological swelling disclose a violation of the kidneys and heart. They usually appear after sleep and do not disappear even after the holidays . So to understand the reason for swelling , it is essential . The water will help replace the fruit. They are always helpful , especially in the summer from their home gardens , but if this is not available , buy local fresh fruit market. They are particularly useful because they are not treated for long-term storage. Fruit and vegetables contain antioxidants, which neutralize the products of metabolism and decomposition of substances , whose formation is enhanced at high ambient temperatures.
Do not abuse the tan
Almost every woman loves to sunbathe , and pregnancy in this case is not an obstacle , but we must do it carefully and competently . Sunburn can be very useful in small doses ! Sunbaths give a feeling of warmth and pleasant, have a good strengthening effect : increase metabolism , improve endocrine glands , increase the amount of hemoglobin. Under the influence of the sun from the blood cholesterol begin to synthesize vitamin D, which is especially important during pregnancy for the prevention of rickets in the fetus , as well as for the prevention of osteoporosis in the future mom .
The sun’s rays have a pronounced antidepressant effect , but also stimulate pigmentation , therefore, a tan . The only important thing , especially during pregnancy , it is reasonable to use the useful properties of sunburn and neutralize harmful, respecting the simple safety rules .
“Utility ” and ” harmful ” tan may depend on your phototype . By the ability to tan people of the white race is divided into four phototype , which are programmed at the genetic level.
I phototypes. People with light eyes, white skin , red hair , and even minimal exposure to the sun makes them a sunburn , but sunburn is not formed .
II phototypes. These people also differ white skin , light eyes and hair , tan with difficulty and easily get sunburn .
III phototypes. To him more often include people with dark eyes and hair , with dark skin. They quickly tan, sun exposure causes them to minor burns, which quickly turns into a tan.
IV phototypes. Swarthy dark-eyed and dark-haired people, sunbathing without sunburn .
The smaller ” room ” of your type , the more you should beware of the sun. Although the specific constraints precisely because of the pregnancy for sunbathing there , in the period of increased activity of the sun’s rays can trigger the development of various adverse events in the body of the future mother. Long exposure to sunlight may contribute to the development of uterine bleeding due to lower blood pressure and muscle tone. Be careful!
Based on the foregoing , expectant mothers need to remember several recommendations .
• Sunbathing pregnant preferably before 10 am and after 5 pm during the inactive sun .
• During the day , in the heat , better stay in the shade. If the ambient temperature is too high , and the atmospheric humidity is considerable, well-being of women may deteriorate up to heat stroke.
• Do not sleep on the beach , because complete lack of control increases the risk of overheating and the possibility to get a sunburn . Remember that the clouds do not protect against UV rays, they are reflected from water , sand and get on your body!
• If exposure to the sun to use hats, sunglasses and cosmetics , has protective UVB- and UVA- filters .
To be beautiful ” chocolate “during pregnancy – this is great ! But in the woman’s body there are various hormonal changes . In particular, activates specific hormone that affects the pigmentation, ie, the formation of melanin, the result may appear pigmented spots . Their number and size, usually directly dependent on the residence time in the sun.
The most susceptible are the open space : the face, neck , ears, and décolleté . This condition is called chloasma ( melazmoy , the mask of pregnancy ). Pigmentation develops slowly , with no signs of inflammation, may be light and dark, after childbirth fades within a few months.
