Pregnancy

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As you progress through each stage of pregnancy, having a baby can be a joyful time that involves changes. Pregnancy typically lasts 40 weeks from the last menstrual period (LMP) date, which is 38 weeks from the moment of conception. It is important to get possible assistance throughout the pregnancy, such as identifying the early signs of pregnancy and evaluating your nutritional status and need for nutritional support. 

How do you Calculate your Due Date?

There are various due date calculators available that can help you determine your due date. You can also use the following method to estimate your date:

1. Note down the date of your LMP (last menstrual period).
2. Add seven days.
3. Count back three months.
4. Add one year.

Even if you calculated your due date, the pregnancy care provider will confirm it during your appointment (or suggest a new due date based on ultrasound results). Attending your prenatal appointments also enables your doctor or nurse to monitor the exact timing of your due date.

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Prenatal Care to Avoid Pregnancy Complications 

Prenatal care is important to both your and the fetus' well-being. Frequent prenatal visits enable the doctor to monitor your health and identify any concerns related to pregnancy. A pregnancy care provider will do the following:

• Perform a physical examination, pelvic exam, breast exam, or Pap test (if one is due).
• Inquire about your habits, lifestyle, symptoms, and other details.
• Verify your weight and blood pressure.
• Use a fetal Doppler to track the fetus's heart rate.
• Helps you decide between normal Vs. C-section delivery; also depends on your unique circumstances as well as, sometimes, your preferences.
• Assess the size of your abdomen (fundal height) to measure the growth of the fetus.
• Perform prenatal screenings and other tests that determine whether the fetus is at risk for certain congenital diseases, such as Down syndrome.
• Get blood testing done to monitor hormone levels and check for anemia and gestational diabetes.
• Do ultrasounds. Unless you are in a high-risk pregnancy, prenatal ultrasounds usually take place twice during pregnancy.
• Based on your body mass index (BMI) at the beginning of your pregnancy, a doctor will provide you with a pregnancy weight gain chart.

Comprehensive Pregnancy Care Tips for First-Time Moms

Additionally, they offer pregnancy care tips for first-time moms in their regular visits. They offer a pregnancy diet plan that includes:

• A wide range of fruits and vegetables in various colours and varieties. Aim for 5 servings of veggies and two servings of fruit each day.
• Aim for 8½ servings of grain and cereal foods each day. Select primarily wholegrain and high-fiber products.
• Choose iron-rich foods (such as tofu or lean red meat). Foods high in iron are essential for pregnant women. It is advised to have 3½ servings of meat or meat substitutes.
• Develop a habit of consuming calcium-enriched foods and beverages, such as yogurt, hard cheese, and milk. The best types are reduced-fat, which is advised to consume 2½ servings daily.
• Drink a lot of water.

In addition to following a pregnancy diet plan, it is important to stay active throughout your pregnancy. This includes yoga poses like virabhadrasana, buddha konasana, and balasana, as well as other exercises like swimming, brisk walking, and water workouts.

Start your Pregnancy Journey with Expert Care and Support!

Pregnancy can be an exceptionally challenging period in your life. There are numerous emotions, including joy, anxiety, and anticipation. There will be a lot of changes in your body, and it can be difficult to determine what is normal and what is not. However, getting assistance from an expert pregnancy care provider or doctor may help you throughout this overwhelming journey. Our team of obstetricians at Apollo Spectra has years of experience and is dedicated to giving women the greatest possible prenatal care. Book an appointment today to get a complete view of our expertise.