Take charge of your life and your pregnancy with these tips:
Enroll in a good child birthing class.
If you smoke, stop now!
Begin eating like you are already pregnant. Make sure to take vitamins and always include a variety of healthy fresh foods.
Make an appointment to see your physician before you get pregnant.
Avoid alcohol in all forms before, during and after your pregnancy. Start exercising now because staying in shape during pregnancy can help lower your risk of miscarriage as well as reduce labor complications.
Make sure your prenatal vitamins contain an adequate amount of folic acid. Ask your partner to join you on your new healthy habit changes.
Make a chart and start tracking your cycles to get a more accurate idea of your due date.
Avoid chemicals, detergents and solvents that could harm your unborn child.
Visit your dentist before you get pregnant if possible. A mother’s poor dental hygiene can negatively affect an unborn baby.
Always inform all medical professionals that you are pregnant or that you are trying to get pregnant in order to prevent exposure to things that might harm your unborn child.
If you have a cat, get someone else to change the litter box.
Get plenty of rest and take frequent naps if possible.
Begin writing a journal or a diary on your pregnancy.
Lay off the medicines and try to utilize non-prescription remedies for minor problems like nausea, heartburn, and constipation.
Be sure to stay well hydrated and drink plenty of plain water every day.
Get involved with other moms-to-be and join a prenatal yoga or exercise program.
Try to add about to add 500 calories a day to your diet during pregnancy.
Make sure you’re familiar with the warning signs of premature labor.
Consider swimming to help relieve your everyday aches and pains.
Read up on the realities of breastfeeding or take a breastfeeding class.
Practice pelvic tilts to help relieve back pain.
If you are going to give birth outside the home, pack your bags well in advance.