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9th to 16th week of pregnancy: The female body has now adjusted to the pregnancy

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During the third month of pregnancy, the female body has now adjusted to the pregnancy. Nausea and fatigue can to accordingly. The vast majority of pregnant women now feels mostly well.

The first ultrasound examination and consequently the first image of the unborn child

In the now imminent checkup is diagnosed by palpation of the abdomen the size and shape of the uterus. Moreover, the growth and the heart sounds of the growing child are checked.

At this moment, the first ultrasound is - investigation to: now can see for the first time their child, the pregnant woman, as it floats in the amniotic fluid and moves. If the expectant father is in studying it, he also gets a first " image " of the unborn.

Exterior changes to the body of the expectant mom

Many expectant moms find the first pregnancy-related physical changes to them attractive and sexy. The pregnancy hormones, the improved amount of blood in the circulation and increased water retention cause the skin surface appear more vivid, wrinkle-free and rosy. The female breast is bigger and firmer, the circumference of the abdomen takes a little - but not so much that he would interfere in the daily routine or while lying.

Malaise Yes or No - Most pregnant women feel healthy and full of energy

The majority of Expectant mums feel fit and full of energy. Nevertheless, it may come to tiny ailments also in this period.

The reproductive organ, the uterus grows and can make itself seen from time to time by excessive pulling. Moreover, it expresses sometimes on the bladder, so that the pregnant mom often feel an urge to urinate. Every now and then it may be forced to come Walking to urination when extreme laughter, sneezing or fast. This is unpleasant, but leaves in the middle third of pregnancy mostly after.

Also constipation and intestinal wind are often as a byproduct of the gestation period. For this purpose, the pregnancy hormone progesterone is responsible: It loosens not only the uterus - muscles, but also by the intestine. As a result, the bowel movement is also slowed. A balanced and high-fiber diet with fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains products is therefore recommended. Avoid heavy weighty and intumescent z. B. onions, legumes and cabbage greens Pregnant Mamas best. Slowly the dining meals, drink plenty of it and to be enough to move, supports and promotes bowel movements.

If on such ailments also increased discomfort, basically: medication may be used during pregnancy only after consultation with the doctor or the doctor. This also applies to tranquilizers of all kinds-the-counter agents and all herbal remedies.

be pregnant with skin and hair: hair loss and pigmentation

For concomitant picture this pregnancy section may include a hormonally dependent hair loss. Apart from a healthy diet and good scalp care can not help it. Normally, the hormone-induced hair loss can be after a few weeks after the calendar again. For consolation: Often the head of hair in the second pregnancy section even shinier and more powerful than before.

In the same vein hormonally dependent shows up in some pregnant women a darker skin pigmentation primarily on the nipples, thighs, in the armpits and in the area of moles and freckles. Also on the face, the skin may change color unevenly. In the majority of expectant mums to a fine dark line between her navel and pubic hair, called Linea nigra revealed (Latin: black line). Like all other pigment changes and they faded after childbirth again.

Weight gain of expectant mom and its potential sequelae

Gradually makes one and the rising weight of the unborn baby, the placenta and the amniotic fluid perceptible. heavy lifting, carrying and standing long strain more and more the pelvic muscles and back muscles. Also, the veins, primarily in the feet are affected: The entire body weight presses on the vessels. The messenger substance progesterone produces a relaxation of the backing fabric and thus likewise the vein walls. As a result, slowing the blood supply. Feet and ankles may swell and feel heavy as lead. Warning: varicose veins can be the consequence.

Contrary swollen and aching feet support cold water showers and associations. Similarly, the elevating the feet - as often as possible - brings relief. What people tend to varicose veins, wearing the most comfortable Compression - Hosiery. They are now in many different colors and designs.

Thus keeping the female body and its muscles in good shape and elastic, particularly activities such as swimming, walking in the nature, cycling and yoga are recommended. In workshops for antenatal and prenatal exercises every expectant mom learned strengthening and range of motion and learns, as a pregnant woman can protect the spine while sitting, lifting and carrying.

More rest and support requires the expectant mom

Also when the majority of expectant mums in the third and fourth month of pregnancy feel more than good, lassitude and depression can often show a pre-pregnancy time. A little nap at noon or in between - or just a long afternoon nap, if it allows the everyday - is seen not a luxury, but instead a useful stimulant.

Frequent walks and simple exercises - exercises works against fatigue. Lots of exercise in the fresh air stimulates the blood circulation and provide the body with enough oxygen.

Generally, it is appropriate to prevent the lifting and carrying very heavy objects, as well as long periods of standing. When physically stressful work, it is better to take assistance. Also in the job you can specify that these work activities are now carried out by colleagues. A gestation period, although no disease, however, a reason to approve the body rather calm and straining him low.

Time of appointment scheduling: checkups, Birth Preparation Workshop & Co.

Apart from the first routine in these weeks of pregnancy are - control study of extra things for which precaution already dates can be agreed. This includes first and foremost, a visit to the dentist. The teeth are lasting pregnancy especially sensitive because of the low pH - value of saliva makes them more susceptible to tooth decay (caries). Also bleeding gums may occur more frequently. A regular dental examination is very important for the expectant mom because its.

Now is also a good moment to register for a birth preparation - workshop or a prenatal exercises - workshop, because the courses are mostly booked up quickly.

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