Antenatal exercises

Antenatal exercises are the physical activities performed by the pregnant women for easy labor induction, prevention of any complications and strengthening of pelvis muscle for delivery of the baby.

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2. Antenatal exercise

3. introduction Exercise makes us feel good physically and mentally. Exercise secrets serotonin which is responsible for emotionally well state of mind. Doing exercise means taking care of our body In pregnancy body requires exercise to relax

4. defination A series of physical exercises that are performed by antenatal mother to bring about optimal functioning of all systems and prevent complications.

5. Guidelines for exercise Adequate fluid intake . Warm up slowly. Avoid over stretching. Avoid jerking or bouncing. Exercise regularly(at least 3 times a week). After first trimester avoid exercises that requires supine position.

6. Types of exercises

7. Kegel’s exercise

8. Tailor sitting

9. Lower back stretching

10. Alternate arm and leg exercise

11. squatting

12. Advantages of antenatal exercise Reduces morning sickness Reduces insomnia , anxiety and stress. Prevents circulatory stasis. Ensure good oxygen to fetus Prepares for physical demand of labor. Prevent excessive weight gain.

13. Warning signs to stop exercise Vaginal bleeding. Fluid discharge dizziness or felling faint. Headache Muscle weakness. Decreased fetal movement. Uterine contractions.

14. conclusion