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EXCERCISE FOR THE MOTHER TO BE

INFOPARENTS.COM: Excercise is another essential ingredient for a healthy and comfortable pregnancy. It can boost your capacity for coping with the physical and emotional challenges of childbearing. It will improve your muscle tone, which will better prepare your body to carry the growing weight of your baby, and will lessen poor posture and backache in later pregnancy. Regular exercise will also heighten your overall sense of well-being. In moderation, exercise increases your energy levels, boosts confidence, and is a great way to relieve stress.

Most pregnant women should exercise, though some must take extra precautions in order to avoid complications during pregnancy. Your health care professional can help you determine what are the best exercises for you. Some women enrol in exercise classes specifically designed for pregnant women; others swim or do water exercises, jog lightly, walk briskly, cycle, dance, or do yoga.

If you were exercising regularly before you became pregnant, and your health care professional gives you the "go ahead" continue as usual but pay attention to your body's signals to stop. While exercise is good for you, overexertion can be dangerous. Remember that if you are feeling short of breath, your baby is also being deprived of oxygen. And take the time to warm up and cool down. Your body, and your baby, will appreciate a sensible approach to exercise. If you haven't been exercising lately, it's a good idea to start. Begin slowly. And remember, it's never too late to get going. Even light exercise is better than no exercise at all.

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