by Dr Neelima Mantri | May 3, 2018 | Blog, Pregnancy Women
If you are one of those contemplating for bearing a child at the age of 40, there can be words for encouragement provided you are aware of some of the basic facts that relate to pre natal and post natal issues. Here are some facts that you need to know before you conceive.
- Consultation with your gynecologist is important because there are certain immunization which should be done that include vaccination. Alternative medications should be consumed instead of those which may be harmful during pregnancy. It is advisable to wait for a month after immunization before conceiving.
- Exercises are recommended during pregnancy that include aerobics and exercises for increasing flexibility and resistance. Even light weight lifting is also recommended, besides swimming, yoga, stationary biking and walking.
- A healthy diet is essential for pregnant women as important it is to stay away from intake of caffeine, smoking, alcohol and other drugs which may be harmful.
- If you are taking fertility drugs to increase the chances of conceiving, there is a possibility of having twins or even triplets.
- Chances of abnormalities in birth can be reduced by carrying out certain tests like the NIPT (Cell Free DNA) test. There are other tests to detect birth defects, which is suggested for women planning to bear a child at the age of 40.
- A close monitoring of the fetus is absolutely essential throughout the period of pregnancy so as to prevent the chances of miscarriage and other abnormalities that can arise during this period.
In order to follow these recommendations, you will need to consult your gynecologist or any other doctor so that you are able to prevent any mishaps. After all, you will need to hold on to your patience, because fertilization of eggs takes a lot of time for older women unlike in the case of younger women.
Dr. Neelima Mantri is an Obstetrician, Gynecologist and Laparoscopic surgeon in Mumbai, India, with over a decade of experience in the subject. You can call & book appointment with Dr. Neelima Mantri +91 70451 15577 for all gynaecological problems.
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Mar 6, 2018 | Blog, Pregnancy Women
Pregnancy is a wonderful time for the parents as they start making plans for the parenthood. There are plenty of issues that crop up during the pregnancy time and needs our attention. Dehydration is a common occurrence in the pregnancy and pregnant woman needs to watch it with care. Dehydration is the result of your body losing water faster than you are taking it in. For pregnant woman, being well-hydrated is key to well-being of herself and the baby. Water plays an important role in the development of the baby and the being well hydrated is crucial.
Water helps to form the placenta, which is what your baby relies on to receive nutrients during pregnancy. Therefore, it is pertinent to avoid dehydration during pregnancy and consume right amount of water to ensure water availability in the body.
Symptoms of Dehydration in Pregnancy:
Overheating is a common sign attributed to the dehydration in the body. A sign of being well-hydrated is having a clear urine colour, as opposed to dark yellow. Dizziness is also seen as it occurs due to drop in blood pressure which happens due to dehydration. Dry mouth, nose, and skin as well as chapped lips are also indications of the dehydrated body. Weakness and constipation are also one of the symptoms arising due to dehydration.
Effects of Dehydration During Pregnancy:
If a pregnant woman is suffering from dehydration, she might have to be hospitalized for administering IV fluids. Growth of the baby is influenced by dehydration to a huge extent and Insufficient fluids in the body mean insufficient amniotic fluid supply to the baby. Amniotic fluid enables the baby to float in the sac but lack of it can lead to the baby lie in the uterus. Dehydration can lead to premature birth of the baby.
Treating the Dehydration:
Consume water and avoid the dehydration crisis. Water, herbal tea, and decaffeinated coffee can be preferred in order to combat the lack of water. Drinking a cup of water (150-180 ml), for every one hour that you are awake can prevent the onset of dehydration. Consult a leading doctor to help you overcome dehydration and prevent its affliction. Intravenous therapy, which immediately replenishes your body with essential water and nutrients are prescribed in cases of severe dehydration.
If in Mumbai, consult Dr Neelima Mantri one of the leading Gynaecologist in Mumbai. Take water and avoid the dehydration in the body. Take care of your health and be positive about the upcoming birth of the baby.
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Jun 28, 2017 | Blog, Pregnancy Women
It is important that pregnant mothers should know how much weight they can put on after becoming pregnant so that overweight does not give rise to unwanted complications during the period of pregnancy. Doctors suggest that while women of average weight should gain 25-35 pounds, women who are underweight should target a gain of 28-40 pounds to remain healthy. 15-25 pounds is what overweight women should gain.
Weight gain during pregnancy, which should be healthy and safe is gaining weight gradually during the period of pregnancy. Nutrients and balanced diet are two important factors that can help gain weight at a healthy rate. The most important question is how much extra calories do pregnant mothers need in order to stay healthy. What doctors advice is that, a pregnant woman should have on average 300 calories more per day than she had before becoming pregnant. Here are some factors that should be taken into consideration while targeting the weight gain during pregnancy, that could be healthy.
Body Mass Index – Understand your BMI (Body Mass Index) for determining how much weight you should gain during the period of pregnancy. The weight and height are the factors that can determine how much weight you can gain to stay healthy during pregnancy.
- Keeping in mind that your baby needs a healthy supply of calories and nutrients to grow normally, you, as a mother will need to gain weight gradually. You should aim at gaining weight each week during the trimesters so as to stay healthy.
- Prepare a plan on how much weight you should gain during the Trimesters, taking into consideration your BMI. Suggested weight gain during the first trimester is a maximum of four pounds. During this period if you are experiencing morning sickness, you should keep to that much calorie that you can withstand, leaving the balance of calories for the next trimester.
- If you are of normal weight, you should aim at gaining a maximum of 14 pounds during the second trimester, because, it is at this time that your baby starts growing at a fast rate.
- It is during the third trimester that your baby will be picking up weight in full steam, and that is when you should aim at gaining a maximum of 10 pounds.
Gradual weight gain is the ultimate objective that pregnant mothers should have in order to stay healthy both for self and the baby.
