Health Tip: Stay Fit and Healthy During Pregnancy

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It’s important to develop healthy habits before and during pregnancy — and to maintain them once your baby is born.

The Weight-control Information Network suggests:

• If you exercised before pregnancy, speak to your doctor about continuing those habits during pregnancy.
• If you didn’t exercise before pregnancy, speak to your doctor about going for regular walks, or at least taking frequent stretch breaks from prolonged sitting.
• Get back to exercising after baby is born, as soon as your doctor approves.
• Drink plenty of fluids, and use caution during warm weather.
• Eat a balanced, nutritious diet throughout pregnancy and afterward.
• If you’re able, nurse baby for added health benefits for you and baby, and to help burn calories.

Source: HealthDay

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