Birthing may seem overwhelming, but you can do it all after enduring the pregnancy symptoms. Emotional and physical fitness ensures a smooth birthing experience.

How to Prepare for Giving Birth

The do’s and don’ts for the days leading up to the big day!

How To Prepare For Giving Birth

Overview

If you&#39;re pregnant, you may be wondering what you can do to prepare for the big day. There are plenty of things that will help make your labour easier and keep your body healthy while it grows a baby. Here&rsquo;s my advice on how to boost your chances of having an easy and healthy childbirth experience. 
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One of the most important things you can do to prepare for childbirth is to get as much rest as possible. That&rsquo;s not just because it will make you feel better, but also because it will help your baby grow and develop.

Rest is especially important for pregnant women, who need plenty of sleep to meet their bodies&rsquo; demands for nutrients and energy during pregnancy. A baby needs that energy too! As long as there are no complications with your pregnancy or labour, it&rsquo;s a good idea to take lots of naps throughout the day, even if you don&#39;t feel tired. It will help keep both you and your little one happy and healthy in the long run. 
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Wear shoes that are comfortable and supportive, such as those that are flat or have very low heels. Good arch and ankle support is important for you to be able to walk in them. Your shoes should have a good grip on the floor so that you can walk safely while they are wet or slippery (e.g., when the floor is icy). 
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	<li>Don&rsquo;t stand for long periods of time.</li>
	<li>Don&rsquo;t sit for too long.</li>
	<li>Don&rsquo;t cross your legs.</li>
	<li>Don&rsquo;t wear high heels. 
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Exercise can help you sleep better and help you cope with stress. Being physically active can help you lose weight, which has many benefits including an improved outlook and higher self-esteem (both of which will be handy during labour). It will also help you glow! 
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Kegel exercises are a type of exercise that strengthen the pelvic muscles. The pelvic muscles include pubococcygeus (PC) muscles and the urethral sphincter, which are responsible for contracting during orgasm (both women and men) and ejaculation in males, as well as when urinating or having bowel movements in both sexes. They also help control the flow of urine from the bladder, helping to prevent leakage from an enlarged prostate gland or urinary tract infection (UTI). Kegel exercises can help some women who have trouble with bladder control after childbirth. 
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Lie down on your back with knees bent so that your feet are flat on the floor and close together; keep arms at sides if comfortable or place them above head with elbows bent so they rest comfortably against ears if desired; relax all body parts except buttocks. Focus on relaxing tense areas such as shoulders and thighs. You should feel like you&rsquo;re making yourself &ldquo;soft&rdquo; all over before starting any exercise involving these areas; this will help prevent injury later on because we don&rsquo;t want anyone getting injured during childbirth either! 
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You should eat a variety of foods from all of the food groups. Whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are good sources of fibre. Fruits and vegetables also have vitamins and minerals that nourish your body. Good sources of protein include lean meats such as fish or poultry, beans, eggs, nuts, seeds and low-fat dairy products. Limit processed foods such as chips, crackers, cakes and cookies because they lack the nutrients you need to stay healthy during pregnancy. High-fat foods can cause weight gain during pregnancy which increases your risk for developing certain pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia (high blood pressure) or gestational diabetes (high blood sugar). 
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	<li>Eat a <a href="https://merisehat.pk/article/what-are-the-common-components-that-constitute-a-healthy-diet">healthy diet</a></li>
	<li>Drink plenty of water</li>
	<li>Sleep as much as you can</li>
	<li>Sleep in a comfortable position, ideally on your side with a pillow under your tummy and another one between your legs to help keep baby from pushing on your bowel (if you are feeding him or her)</li>
	<li>Avoid too much caffeine or alcohol, which can cause contractions and make you feel jittery. Also avoid smoking because it restricts blood flow to the uterus and placenta, which could affect oxygen supply to the baby</li>
	<li>Avoid heavy lifting, working out too hard or going for long walks until after delivery because these things aren&rsquo;t good for either of you right now!</li>
	<li>Avoid too much stress &mdash; take some time each day just for yourself so that when the big day comes (and it will come) everything will go smoothly 
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Bottom Line

&nbsp;While it&rsquo;s important to be prepared for childbirth and know the basics of what to expect, don&rsquo;t worry if you&rsquo;re not sure about all of these things. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable during and after birth. So, get as much rest as possible and make sure your doctor knows how well rested you are.

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