This is normal
especially during the first three months.
This is usually her adjustment period.
A lot of changes
are taking place in her body, especially the growth of another human being
inside her womb. It is only fitting that she gets enough rest and sleep. A
mid-afternoon rest is advisable for her to get enough energy and overcome
fatigue.
2. During the course of pregnancy, there may be tendencies
for her to frequently urinate. This is due to the fact that that enlarging
uterus pressed against the bladder elicits the urge to urinate. If this episode
becomes extreme, accompanied by a burning sensation, it maybe worthwhile to
bring this matter to the doctor's attention.
3. We usually associate pregnancy with food cravings. Often a
pregnant woman will crave a specific food at a specific time and then before she
knows it the cravings will just disappear. It's not that the body needs these
specific foods rather it is more as a result of some unsolved emotional
problems.
4. Although nausea during the first three months of pregnancy
is normal, it should be noted that extreme episodes of nausea that cause
inability to take food and resulting in weight loss should be reported to the
doctor for proper supervision.
5. Pain in the lower chest or near the heart doesn't indicate
heart problems. The pressure caused by the expanding uterus against the
digestive organs brings about a feeling of pain. If it becomes severe, a
doctor's advice is usually needed. A
pregnant woman should not take any
medications not prescribed by her doctor.
6. Hemorrhoids are more common during pregnancy than probably
at any other time. To facilitate an easy bowel movement, pregnant women should
apply lubricant inside the anus prior to defecation in order to at least avoid
straining to produce a stool.
7. Reduced circulation of blood in the legs causes leg
cramps. This usually occurs during pregnancy. Although this maybe normal but a
quick mention of this occurrence to the doctor is usually advisable; Since there
are cases in which muscle cramps are associated with diet deficiency
specifically calcium or some vitamins.
8. A pregnant woman's change in posture due to the expanding
abdomen usually causes backache. Changing to a low-heeled shoe and wearing a
well-fitted girdle will usually solve the problem or at least minimize it. Some
doctors will recommend certain exercises to their patients to ease the pain.
9. Women usually develop varicose veins during pregnancy. It
is advisable to take a rest once in a while throughout the day. They are also
advised not to wear circular garters or cross their legs because these will
usually interfere with proper blood circulation and thus limit the return of
blood through the veins.
10. Vaginal discharge during pregnancy is normal unless it is
accompanied by a stinging, burning or itching sensation.
11. The enlarging abdomen during pregnancy creates streaks of
redness in the skin and around the breast area as well. The stretching of the
skin causes this to happen. This skin color changes usually disappears after
childbirth.
There are several complications that might occur during the
course of pregnancy. Proper care should be taken and should be given by a
competent doctor to minimize further complications and worse, lost of lives.
1. The occurrence of toxemia is usually during the later part
of the pregnancy. This is a serious illness that exhibits a rise in
blood
pressure, sudden gain in weight accompanied by swelling of loose tissue caused
by the increase in the amount of tissue fluid and the occurrence of protein in
urine. With proper care from a doctor this condition can be kept under control.
2.
Vaginal bleeding usually precedes miscarriage. With
immediate attention and proper hospital care, this outcome might be averted.
3. Premature birth usually occurs when the "bag of water"
erupts several weeks before the expected delivery date. This indicates that the
protective membrane that encloses the fetus is broken indicating premature birth
is soon to take place. When this occurs, contamination of the birth canal should
be avoided and the doctor should be immediately informed.
