BUSTING TOP MYTHS ABOUT PREGNANCY

Pregnancy, for a couple, their family and relatives, is the most integral part of life. Expecting parents get a lot of conflicting advice about pregnancy, by their relatives, friends and family. There are also books that you will read about this new arrival in your life. So all this information may make you confused and trying to find out what’s true and what’s not may be difficult.

We have busted top myths that surround pregnancy. 

MYTH 1. EATING THREE FULL MEALS IS ESSENTIAL:

This myth must be thrown out of the window, as it causes some of the most unpleasant symptoms of pregnancy, that is, heartburn and indigestion. Instead of this, you must eat four to five small meals spread throughout the day. These small meals prevent you from those symptoms but also help you maintain blood and sugar levels.

MYTH 2. YOU SHOULD EAT FOR TWO:

Pregnancy is not the time to diet but it’s also not time to eat a two-person meal. It is advised that you should only eat 300 more calories a day. These calories must come from food that is high in protein, omega-3 polyunsaturated fats and low in sugar. It is essential that you eat food that is packed with calcium, iron and folic acid.

MYTH 3. EXERCISING DURING PREGNANCY MAY HARM THE BABY:

This is a major myth that people have. In fact, exercise is recommended during pregnancy until and unless there is any harsh medical condition. All gynaecologists recommend any sort of physical activity, like yoga, light exercise. You may tone down your sweat sessions when you cross your third trimester.

MYTH 4. IT IS ESSENTIAL TO KNOW EVERYTHING THAT MIGHT GO WRONG:

Many books related to pregnancy and child care claim that pregnant parents must know what may go wrong so that they can mentally be prepared. But this is a myth, as this may increase stress and anxiety, which obviously is harmful to them. They start imagining the worst-case scenarios which may hamper the health of the mother. So, you must take guidelines from your medical care provider before accepting what is written in those books.

MYTH 5: BABY MUST BE BORN ON DUE DATE:

Due date is determined by adding 280 days to your last period. As the period cycle may range from 21 to 35 days’ due dates can be before or after 280 days. But most parents think that the due date is the date when the baby should have arrived and if it does not they get panicky. So you must not morph into the ball of stress, instead, take help from your medical care providers. They will guide you through!

OVER TO YOU

Myth and misinterpretation circulate very easily, which may harm your mental and physical health. Since your health and well -being affects your baby the harm may be extensive. The most surefire way to receive advice and old-wives’ tales is to find trust in your doctors, and feel comfortable to ask all your queries. As your gynaecologists know what is your medical history, they can help you out with a happy and healthy pregnancy.