Minor Problems During Pregnancy

Problems During Pregnancy

Your body is constantly changing during your pregnancy and sometimes can cause minor problems (like backache, cramp .Etc.) and these can sometimes seem quite alarming. There is no need to panic. All of us go through them at one point or another during our pregnancy. Below is a list of some of those common problems and some tips on how to deal with them. If you are worried about anything or are in pain in any way contact your doctor or midwife straight away

Backache:
– Avoid lifting heavy objects.

– Bend you knees and keep your back straight when picking something up from the floor.

– When carrying something heavy hold it close to your body.

– Wear flat shoes (trainers are very comfortable.)

– Work at a surface waist height.

– Sit with your back straight and well supported. When you are seated, tuck a small, firm cushion into the small of your back. It will give you support and help relieve the aches you experience after you have been sitting for a while.

– A firm mattress (if you don`t have one put a piece of hardboard under your mattress.)

– Ask your partner or a friend to massage your back (avoid aromatherapy oils as some can be dangerous for the baby.)

Headaches:
– A brisk walk may help a lot, take your dog out.

– Lots of rest (try listening to some relaxing music.)

– A relaxing bath with bubbles in will do wonders for your headache and also relax you.

– Try to avoid any kind of drug while you are pregnant. But if your headache is really bad a paracetamol is OK but don`t take too many.

– If you often have bad headaches tell your doctor or midwife and they can advice you on what to do.

Faintness:
– Pregnant women often feel faint. This happens when not enough blood is getting to the brain.

– When sitting or lying down take your time getting up to prevent dizziness or fainting.

– Don`t stand for too long. If you feel faint sit down straight away and it should pass, but if it doesn`t lie down on your side.

– If you feel faint when lying on your back turn on to your side. (Avoid lying on your back later on in pregnancy or during labour.)

Indigestion:
– When your womb grows it presses on your stomach causing indigestion.

– Try eating smaller meals a few times during the day rather than one or two big meals.

– Sit up straight when eating as this will take the strain off your stomach.

– Avoid fried or spicy foods.

Heartburn:
– Heartburn is a strong, burning pain in your chest. It is very common in pregnancy. To avoid heart burn you could;

– Sleep well propped up, use lots of pillows on your bed.

– Drink plenty of milk and always keep a glass near by at night in case you wake up with heartburn during the night.

– Don`t eat or drink before you go to bed.

– Don`t take antacid tablets before checking that they are safe in pregnancy.

– If you have any worries ask your midwife or doctor.