Though physically and emotionally demanding, pregnancy can be one of the happiest of life's journeys for any family. It is full of new expectations. It is a time of togetherness for the prospective parents as they prepare to bring a new life into the world. They plan together, overcome the challenges together, prepare for the baby together and finally welcome the new bundle of joy together. As in the case of any other life's journey, a conscious preparedness for this journey can make it more enjoyable.
A happy heart leads to a happy life. It also leads to a happy pregnancy. Pregnancy should not be made stressful from tension, fear or physical changes. A mother should communicate with her doctor, reassure herself, not be afraid of uncertainties and be confident to face problems. The family atmosphere should also be loving and caring to make the mother feel confident. Yoga and meditation are also good for emotional well being. The mother should stay away from physical stress. She should take enough rest and sleep. Sometimes due to physical changes and problems there can be sleep scarcity. The mother should relax well and keep her mind and body at peace. Also the mother should have a positive attitude and always expect the best. This approach will keep her cheerful.
Eating well is very necessary for the health of the mother and especially the baby. The baby's development and health depend on the quality, amount and type of food intake. Food should be nutritional and free from health hazards. Fatty, junk food, alcohol, caffeinated drinks, food with empty calories, raw meat should be avoided. Fruits, leafy vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and fresh food should be tried. The food and liquid intake form the building block of the unborn baby. Smoking and even passive smoking is very bad for the baby's health. Supplements like vitamins and minerals are good to have. Water intake should be more than average. Proper hydration helps in a smooth pregnancy and keeps energy levels up. Water also helps in transporting the nutrients to the baby inside the uterus.
Physical activity is an important requirement of happy pregnancy. Exercise relaxes the mind, increase alertness and energy levels, enhances immunity, improves chances of a natural labor and delivery, and improves sleep. Being active the whole time makes a happier 10 months. However there should not be any risky activity like diving, cycling, gymnastics, running etc. Simple activities like walking, light jogging, yoga, gardening and swimming, etc. are safe and beneficial.
Finally proper medical care and fellowship with other mothers and mothers to be is very much necessary. Parents should start communicating with the doctor from the earliest days of pregnancy. This will help them to understand the road ahead and they can prepare better. They will know about the things and the days to come. Choosing a doctor is also an important decision. The doctor's previous experience and the right guidance that he or she may offer, his or her distance from your house, recommendation by friends and families and general trust you have in him or her are factors that will help you to decide. Also increase your knowledge and awareness about pregnancy and doctors by meeting and socializing with other moms-to-be. So you can hold mothers' meetings to discuss relevant topics about pregnancy. This is a good forum to discuss pregnancy guides and videos.
Preparing for pregnancy and motherhood are one of the best investments we can make. A smooth trouble free labor resulting in a healthy baby is a blessing. We should be happily ready to take this journey when required.
Adams Hall is an experienced journalist and the editor on Women Health topics, but he is a specialist in Pregnancy information write-ups. Adams writes on various matters such as pregnancy, pregnancy symptoms, pregnancy signs and etc. He has been appreciated for his quality work by many reputed health magazines.
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