- Go to your doctor
as soon as you miss your periods.
- Confirm your
pregnancy.
- Take your Folic
acid tablets regularly. They are essential for healthy growth and to
prevent
congenital malformations in your baby. - Eat a healthy
nutritious diet containing plenty of vegetables, fruits, milk products and
fish.
- If you have
constipation, take plenty of fibre containing food like fruits, sprouts,
greens,
salads, nuts etc. - Drink at least 6
glasses of water daily specially in summer.
- Avoid deep fried
and processed foods as much as possible.
- Don’t take OTC
medicines from the local pharmacist without consulting your doctor.
- Avoid Xrays and CT
scans if possible.
- Eat multiple small
meals rather than 2-3 big meals.
- Go for regular
check ups even if you feel fine.
- Wear loose cotton
dresses, specially in summer.
- Avoid picking up
heavy loads.
- Do mild exercises
like walking for 30 mins regularly ,unless your doctor asks you not to.
- Avoid
strenuous / long distance journeys.
Happy Motherhood!