According to the National Statistics Institute (INE), since the 1990s, the month in which the highest number of births occurs is September, coinciding with the end of summer.
This station is usually the most desired by all. The pool and the beach immediately come to mind when we think of these months. However, high temperatures can make more uncomfortable pregnancyespecially if it is the last quarter of this.
However, heat and pregnancy can go hand in hand without any risk or inconvenience, but for this it is important to follow some extra care, which does not mean that you can continue enjoying this time of year.
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Tips to survive
Here are the recommendations for surviving the pregnant summer from QuironSalud experts and Bad Moms Club:
protect your skin.
You must follow this advice, whether you are pregnant or not, because the sun does not forgive. Protect your skin from radiation with the appropriate sunscreen for your skin and also protect your eyes with suitable sunglasses.
Also, try to avoid direct exposure in the central hours of the day because it is common for blood pressure to drop.
Stay hydrated.
High summer temperatures can cause dehydration. For this reason it is important to make sure that we are giving the body a correct supply of liquids. Also, being hydrated helps prevent constipation, swelling of the legs and feet, and urinary tract infections.
Follow a fresh and healthy diet.
During the summer it is common for food to be neglected between meals and dinners away from home. To take care of yourself and your baby, take advantage of the fact that it is the season for fresher dishes and increase the consumption of salads, fruits and vegetables.
Take care of sleep
Getting to sleep during the summer can be a difficult task. To fight insomnia, try to maintain an adequate temperature in the room, avoid copious dinners and wear comfortable pajamas.
If, on the other hand, the heat lowers your blood pressure and makes you feel more tired and fatigued, keep in mind that these symptoms are accentuated during pregnancy, so the best thing you can do is rest and enjoy doing nothing.
Wear comfortable and cool clothing.
The heat of the summer months invites you to dress in more comfortable and cool clothes. Take advantage of the summer season to get short maternity dresses, shorts, tank tops and sandals out of the closet. It is preferable that the clothes be made of cotton so that the skin can breathe and, if possible, be of light colors.
Elevate your legs to end fluid retention.
Having swollen legs is very common during the final weeks of pregnancy and is further aggravated by high temperatures. For this reason, experts recommend raising the legs and performing massages in an upward direction with gels or creams, which can be put in the refrigerator for a while so that they are cooler and improve discomfort.
Distracts body and mind.
Lastly, after working or having been busy, it is a good idea to give yourself time with friends, your father or yourself and relax for at least a couple of hours. Mental disconnection is essential.
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