HOW TO DEAL WITH BACK PAIN IN PREGNANCY-PART-3 Avoid the obvious dangers like chemicals, cigarettes, alcohol, and illicit drugs. And last but not least, keep up with your prenatal appointments, the only way to make that the precious life growing inside of you is doing well is to get regular checkups.
Avoid wearing tights and stockings like the plague. Avoiding caffeine at least three hours before bedtime can help expectant moms sleep better. Sleep is getting more precious. Sleep heals both the mind and the body, but at least three of every four people have trouble getting enough sleep a few nights a week. Recent studies show more people are sleeping less than six hours
Morning sickness does not always occur in the morning; it can happen at any time of the day. Some women never experience morning sickness in the morning at all. Morning sickness usually occurs only in the first 20 weeks of pregnancy. While the event remains a medical mystery, it is believed to be caused by rising hormone levels.
Because of the increasing weight and extra pressure it is more difficult for the back bone to bear it.The average woman gain around two and a half stone in weight by the end of her pregnancy, as a result the extra pressure on your knee and hip joints can affect your posture and sense of balance. It is essential to wear comfortable outfit and a pair of comfortable shoes Some people believe that rest is best for a painful back,but what your back needs when it’s hurt is exercise.Regular exercise relieves back pain by strengthening and stretching the muscles that support the spine. Also helps prevent future injury. This is a use it or lose it situation: the more you rest you have the weaker your back gets, even if it is hurt.Studies have shown that you can heal your back pain faster and get back to your regular activities with just two days of rest.
Herbalists use ginger to reduce inflammation and the pain associated with it, including for those with low back pain. They suggest 1.5 to 3 ml of ginger tincture three times per day, or 2 to 4 grams of the dried root powder two to three times per day. Herbal supplements compliment a woman’s life at each and every stage of life like a true friend. Herbs must be taken with proper prescription from a knowledgeable practitioner of herbal medications.
Proper nutrition is important for your general health and well being and also to your growing baby.It is also crucial to maintain a healthy back and spine, remember that the food you eat becomes part of you. Drink large quantities of water, helps in proper digestion and prevents hardening of stool.Some people believe that drinking chamomile tea can help reduce inflammation. You could also try using dark green (Savoy) cabbage leaves. you must discuss with your doctor all your medications, prescribed and over-the-counter, that you are taking.
Do not rely on this information as a substitute for personal medical attention, diagnosis or hands-on treatment.Always seek medical advice when necessary,your life and your baby’s life is very precious,take good care.Continue your healthy diet and regular exercises and you will have a very healthy baby and wonderful delivery.Have your husband with you for moral support during the delivery and I wish you all the best of luck