A Healthy Pregnancy
3.03 Understand components of a
a healthy pregnancy.
Preparation for Pregnancy
 A mother brings to her pregnancy, all of her previous
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life experiences, including; diet, food habits, attitudes.
Birth defects occur before the 10th week of
pregnancy.
The outcome of her baby’s health depends on
mother’s nutritional state.
Prepare body 2 years ahead.
If nutrients are lacking, the mother suffers first and
then the baby suffers.
Personal Hygiene
What is your definition of personal hygiene?
Taking care of your personal needs such as
bathing and any other things related to
maintaining the body. Regular bathing is a
must.
Health Care
 Regular doctor visits
 Amniocentesis
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Amniocentesis is performed to look for certain
types of birth defects, such as Down
syndrome, a chromosomal abnormality.
Because amniocentesis presents a small risk
for both the mother and her baby, the prenatal
test is generally offered to women who have a
significant risk for genetic diseases
Rest
How many hours of sleep does a person who is
pregnant need?
A pregnant female needs eight or more
hours of sleep every night.
A fifteen to thirty minute nap during the
day is also a good way to rest the body.
Clothing
 Comfort is the “key!”
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Maternity clothes – garments especially
designed for pregnancy in one’s regular size
Regular clothes in larger sizes
Clothing
What are some guidelines for selecting clothes
during pregnancy?
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Free from tight waistbands and belts
Loose fitting that do not restrict blood circulation
Avoid wearing high heels
Nutrition and Pregnancy
Sample Food Needs
for a Pregnant Woman
Grain Group 7-8 ounce-equivalent
Vegetable Group 3 cups
Fruit Group
2 cups
Milk Group
3 cups
Meat/Bean Group 6 to 6.5-oz.equivalent
3.03-Healthy Pregnancy
Important things to remember
about Nutrition during Pregnancy!
 300 extra calories per day for the last 6
months
 Nutrient Dense foods (especially whole
grains!)
Effects of a Poor Diet
What may be the effects of a
poor diet during pregnancy
cause?
Effects of a Poor Diet
 Premature birth
 Low birth weight babies
 Feeble, weak babies
 Inability to breast-feed
 Malformed babies
 Complications at birth
 Depression in mother
 Babies with impaired brain cells
Weight Gain
 25-30 pounds total
(average weight)
 Two to five pounds in
the first trimester
 About one pound per
week for the rest of your
pregnancy
Distribution of Weight Gain
AREA
Weight Gain in Pounds
 Fetus
7.5 – 8.5
 Stores of Fat & Protein
7.5
 Blood
4
 Tissue Fluids
2.7
 Uterus
2
 Amniotic Fluid
1.8
 Placenta & Cord
1.5
 Breasts
10
28-29 pounds Total
Affect on body
What effect does pregnancy have on the body?
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Increased clumsiness as mother adjusts to
new weight distribution
Backaches are the most common
Many women complain of leg and ankle
swelling (edema), but this symptom is actually
caused by the extra amount of fluid, not fat, in
the body.
Exercise
What kind of
exercise does a
pregnant woman
need?
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Low impactwalking or
swimming
Strengthen
pelvic area
Avoid contact
sports
Exercise during Pregnancy
What are the benefits of exercise
during pregnancy?
Exercises
 Reduces fatigue and helps manage stress
 Increases endurance and strengthens muscles
 Helps relieve back pressure
 Improves posture and balance
 Improves circulation and lowers blood pressure
 Helps prepare for the strain of labor
 Improves self image
 Regains figure faster
Exercises
What are some exercises suggested for
pregnant women?
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Stretches for lower back
Upper back stretch
Pelvic tilts
Kegels
Exercises
 Let’s practice some exercises.
 Body Stretches
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Yoga
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Goddess Pose
Tree Pose
Triangle Pose
Standing Twist
Relaxation
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Yoga Relaxation for Pregnancy
Sample Question: Ticket out door
 Which is an example of a pregnant woman
getting the appropriate amount of physical
activity and exercise?
 A. Rhonda loves to do her normal everyday
exercise.
 B. Sharon runs with the horses as much as
possible.
 C. Tonya decides to start walking five miles
each day.
 D. Veronica never does any kind of physical
activity.