If you want with all your heart to have a second baby, follow these tips to prepare yourself before conceiving and help them to be born healthy
Don’t wait for the pregnancy test to come back positive. Try to lead a healthy life and modify those habits that can harm the small future. The more and better you take care of yourself from the beginning, the greater chances you have that everything will turn out a healthy life. Follow these seven basic steps to get ready.
1. GO TO THE SPECIALIST
See a trusted gynecologist before getting pregnant. In that previous visit he will develop your medical history, perform a physical examination, request the required blood and urine tests. The purpose of this checkup is to check your health, detect risk factors that could complicate pregnancy, check if you have rubella and chickenpox vaccines, as well as rule out diseases such as hepatitis or AIDS. The preconception consultation is ideal for women planning to be moms.
2. STOP SMOKING
It is the best decision you can make. Tobacco hinders conception and negatively affects your health and that of the baby. Increase the risk of premature birth and the chances that your child will be born underweight.
3. ZERO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Its consumption increases the risk of abortion and fetal malformations. Since it is not possible to establish a safe minimum dose, it is advisable not to try a single drop of alcohol or drugs.
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4. GET PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Exercising is good before and during pregnancy, as it will help you prevent disorders during pregnancy. Walking and swimming are highly recommended activities, avoid those in which there is a risk of falling or receiving blows, such as horse riding and contact sports (judo, karate …).
5. CONSUME FOLIC ACID
Taking a folic acid supplement helps reduce the risk of a neural tube defect such as spina bifida. Increase in your diet the consumption of green leafy vegetables and legumes for an extra contribution.
6. HEALTHY EATING
You need to take an adequate amount of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. Do not abuse salt, reduce the consumption of sugars and increase the intake of dairy products without sugar or fat, as well as fruits and vegetables. Moderate consumption of caffeine, tea and cola drinks.
7. DON’T SELF-MEDICATE
Taking drugs without a prescription can risk your health. You should also not consume vitamin supplements on your own: always consult your doctor.