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During pregnancy, of course, mothers have to be extra careful in various things, especially when carrying out daily activities. This is because pregnant women are more at risk of experiencing various health problems that can put themselves and their fetuses in danger.
One of the important things to pay attention to or possibly avoid during pregnancy is lifting objects or something heavy. Pregnant women who often lift weights can actually pose a risk to the fetus, you know, Mother.
What are the risks that might occur? Come on, read this article to the end to find out the risks.
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Risk to the fetus if pregnant women lift heavy objects
According to the Baby Center, there are several risks that may occur to the fetus if a pregnant woman lifts weights. Here are some of the dangers and risks.
1. Causing miscarriage
The first danger and risk if pregnant women lift weights is the possibility of miscarriage. This possibility is even greater when pregnant women lift weights when the pregnancy is still in the first trimester.
The reason is because in the first trimester the fetus’s condition is not yet strong enough, and the mother’s physical condition is still in the adjustment period. Therefore, lifting weights can cause a very serious problem, namely miscarriage.
If the pregnancy is still in the first trimester, pregnant women are not advised to lift weights. Mothers can ask other people for help if they want to lift or move heavy items.
2. The baby was born prematurely
Apart from increasing the risk of miscarriage, heavy lifting for pregnant women can also increase the risk of babies being born prematurely, Mother. When lifting heavy, the possibility of the abdominal muscles and around the uterus becoming irritated greatly increases.
This disorder can cause premature contractions and if they don’t stop, the baby will be forced to be born prematurely. Babies born prematurely are vulnerable to health problems.
Therefore, heavy lifting should be avoided as much as possible during pregnancy. If you are forced to lift weights, for example carrying your little one, you need to learn how to lift weights correctly during pregnancy.
3. Back muscle injury
Not only for the fetus, pregnant women lifting weights also has an impact on themselves. The impact that is most often felt is muscle injury, especially in the back area. Usually this is caused by the wrong way of lifting weights.
Back muscle injuries are certainly very disturbing if they occur during pregnancy, this will make it more difficult for mothers to carry out activities. Apart from that, back muscle injuries will cause prolonged pain.
The benefits of pregnant women lifting heavy objects
Pregnant women lifting weights not only has risks and dangers, but also has benefits, Mother. However, this benefit can only be obtained if the pregnant woman lifts weights correctly and the amount of weight lifted is within reasonable limits.
To get the benefits, you can do weight lifting by lifting special sports barbells. Try not to lift the size of the barbell more than 10 kilograms, Mother.
Weight lifting exercises that are done correctly and regularly will make you feel various benefits. However, don’t forget to consult a doctor first if you really want to do it.
“This will help with posture changes, protect the core and lower back, and help build or maintain endurance. “This is something you definitely need for childbirth,” said an obstetrician specialist in the United States, Andrea Chisholm, quoted from Very Well Family.
The right way to lift heavy objects for pregnant women
Here are steps you can follow if you are forced to lift weights during pregnancy:
Place your body in a low position by slowly bending your knees. Make sure your back and waist remain straight. Don’t use your back muscles as support, but use your legs. When you start lifting weights, tighten your stomach and lift slowly.
That’s a glimpse of pregnant women lifting weights, starting from the risks, benefits, and the correct method. If you don’t have to, try to avoid heavy lifting, Mother.
I hope this information is helpful.
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