Pregnancy weight loss requires
special concerns and precautions for the safety of both the mother and
the baby. Many pregnancy resources, such as MayoClinic.com and
BabyCenter.com, advise against intentional weight loss while pregnant.
If weight loss during pregnancy is medically necessary, your physician
or obstetrician can make specific recommendations for safe, healthy
methods.
Precaution
Women
typically gain weight during pregnancy due to the weight of the fetus,
the placenta, uterine and breast growth, amniotic fluids and the
additional fat and protein stores required to nourish the growing baby.
The National Women's Health Information Center recommends that even
obese women should gain 11 to 20 lb. during pregnancy. You should lose
weight during pregnancy only at the advice of and under the supervision
of a medical professional.
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Diet
Some
women lose weight during pregnancy because they eliminate alcohol and
consume less junk food than they did before conception. Cornell
University nutrition professor Kathleen Rasmussen, quoted in a 2009 New
York Times article, believes that pregnancy is often a good opportunity
for obese mothers to make positive health changes, since "doing it for
the sake of the baby" is a strong motivator. However, expectant mothers
need to be conscious of adequate, balanced nutrient consumption even if
they have been instructed to lose weight. BabyCenter.com recommends
using a pregnancy nutrition diary to ensure that your diet meets your
and your baby's needs.
Cardiovascular Activity
To
prevent pregnancy complications such as preterm delivery, opt for low-
or no-impact cardiovascular activity, such as swimming, cycling,
low-impact aerobics and walking. If you participated in higher-impact
activities before pregnancy, such as jogging or tennis, seek medical
approval before continuing these activities. Pregnant women should get
about 2.5 hours per week of moderate-intensity cardiovascular activity,
according to the March of Dimes website.
Activities to Avoid
Some
physical activities can put you and your developing baby at risk.
Though not a particularly common fitness choice, scuba diving is
expressly advised against. Scuba diving can introduce gas bubbles in the
fetal blood supply, creating numerous health problems for your baby.
Other unsafe activities include any sport that poses the risk of a blow
to the abdomen, such as soccer or kickboxing. Activities that may result
in a fall, such as horseback riding and skiing, are also dangerous.
High-impact workouts, such as jumping rope, increase your risk for joint
injuries.
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