PREGNANT? WORRIED ABOUT COVID-19 SPREAD???

It is of no fun being ill, particularly when you are expecting. Women are said to be more prone to infections while pregnant and you need to take extreme care of yourself because you are not just looking after yourself but your baby as well and your immunity is of top concern as is your child’s. So what happens to you happens to your child, so if you are immune system is weak you are making it easier for infections, toxins germs to enter and thrive. Unfortunately, you can’t avoid all sources of infection and at the moment there is a heightened awareness of infectious disease due to the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19.

Here are a few tips on how to boost your immune system and prevent picking up infections

v  TAKE PROBIOTICS REGULARLY

That helps in increasing your immunity as well as your child’s. Also, protect your child from asthma and any allergic conditions in the long run.

Now from where you can get them??? Probiotics are found naturally in food like KEFIR, YOGHURT, SAUERKRAUT or you can take supplements that are found over the counter in medical stores or in the supermarket as well.

v  EAT WELL AND SATTVIK

Pregnancy can cause you to crave a lot of weird food and while it is okay to indulge once in a while but you need to remember that you are eating for two people and your child needs good healthy food and your energy needs will increase in the second and third trimester as your baby will start growing rapidly. Make sure you have enough protein, carbs, fats, vitamins, fruits & veggies and a whole lot that falls under nutrition that helps boost the immune system during pregnancy.

v  GET PLENTY OF SLEEP

Pregnancy can affect your sleep as your the body is dealing with a lot right now physically, emotionally, and psychologically so, give it some good rest.

v  DRINK PLENTY OF WATER

Keep yourself hydrated and make sure you intake 8 to 12 glasses of water a day without fail. This will help your body to flush out toxins and counter dehydration.

v  THINK HYGIENE

Make sure to wash your hands often and avoid direct contact with anyone who is sick during pregnancy. It usually does not affect the baby but can be serious and lead to complications like preterm labour.

v  STACK UP ON VITAMIN D AND ZINC SUPPLEMENTS

A Secret Ayurvedic tip to help your baby’s immunity and vitality is to take one spoonful daily of this golden elixir of life each day of pregnancy: add one a teaspoon of warm milk with one teaspoon of grass-fed ghee (Desi Ghee)

v  TRY TO EXERCISE AS MUCH YOU CAN

As long as your doctor says, it is safe for you to exercise during pregnancy. You should try to get at least 30 minutes of physical activity most days, this is highly beneficial for both you and your baby as well it can help keep a tab on your body temperature, regulate blood flow, and help with hormonal balance as well

v Keep yourself WARM

Especially during winters don’t get drenched in rain and stay away from much sunlight too.

THE MOST IMPORTANT

UNWIND AND DE-STRESS YOURSELF

Surround yourself in a positive environment, *LAUGHING* as a matter of fact, can help boost your immunity too, as surprising as it sounds.

Relaxation techniques such as yoga, stretching, deep breathing and massage are all great ways to combat stress and get a better night’s sleep.

Don’t forget a strong immune system means a healthy foetus, if the growth of your foetus is not up to the mark and development is slow and Stunned, Blame it on your weak immune system.

So, beautiful expectant mums follow the above points and make sure you take pregnancy in your stride with a smile. This can be a trying time for you but you have the license to go ahead and pamper yourself with all love and care begin by boosting your immunity so that both you and your child have a healthy life

Be Sure, Be Safe and Be Ready for Welcoming your Baby with Good Health

GOOD LUCK