Pregnancy Summer Protection

Summer time is great for outdoor activities, the sun shine can help promote the formation of vitamin D and help sooth emotion feelings. As for pregnant women, enjoying the sun and the great surroundings need to have the right protection to avoid contamination of foreign substances.

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

1. Clothing must be a comfortably light

 

Pregnancy clothing must be comfortable and light, avoid too much clothing to hinder physical activity. When comes to the hot summer weather, pregnant women must choose fresh light clothes is the most important, clothing selection materials should be moisture absorbent, breathable cotton material is also great, this will help reduce skin infections or eczema conditions.

 

 

2. Wear air free sandals

 

Many pregnant women will have leg edema caused by the body need to bear the weight of two people, as the fetus start to grow, increasing the body weight and blood accumulation, which will slow down blood circulation, leading edema become increasingly apparent. Therefore a pair of comfortable sandals to wear throughout the summer is essential, so that the feet can stay fresh and air free. However, choosing the right sandals is also important; consider a tighter fit of footwear to avoid the danger of getting step on or the danger of slipping.

 

 

3. Sunscreen protection

 

Sunscreen is important for pregnant women, because their skin is more sensitive and likely to get sunburn, many pregnant mothers when doing outdoor activities did not pay enough attention damaging their skin. It is recommended for pregnant women to avoid too much sun and use daily sunscreen when going out to work.

 

 

4. Umbrella is very useful

 

When going out in the summer, besides using sunscreen products, another choice to consider is an umbrella or a hat to prevent direct sunlight. .

 

 

5. Drink a lot of water

 

During pregnancy, metabolic rate in the body will increase, which means body heat will also increase. In the summer, the body will feel really hot while sweating will increase also, the loss of water is much easier, and drinking water is a must to add moisture to the body. In addition, heat strokes can easily occur during the heat of summer time. Therefore, pregnant women should always bring a bottle of water when going out.

 

 

6. Take a lot of rest

 

In the summer pregnant women can easily get physical exertion; they can easily feel tired, overworked women can face heat syncope, fetal irritability or miscarriage risk of preterm delivery. Therefore, pregnant women do need an afternoon nap, when working should also pay attention to take a good rest. At night sleeping time should be ensure at least 8 hours or more.

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