Contents:
- Medical Video: Pregnancy Problems – Top 12 Regular Pregnancy Problems for the Pregnant Women | Part 2
- What should I use to keep it cool?
- How to keep your body cool when outside
- What can I do to stay cool in the room?
Medical Video: Pregnancy Problems – Top 12 Regular Pregnancy Problems for the Pregnant Women | Part 2
It's natural that you feel a little hotter than usual when you're pregnant. However, too hot is not good for you or your baby. We have some great ideas to help you deal with heat and still feel safe and comfortable in the hot sun.
What should I use to keep it cool?
Keep your body closed, because it not only helps protect the skin from burning, but you will also feel cooler without being exposed to direct sunlight. Wear a loose, long-sleeved top with lightweight fiber material, long pants, or a comfortable long dress and skirt. Choose clothes with natural fiber ingredients, such as cotton or linen. This will help keep you feeling cool by allowing air to flow properly, and so that the skin is not rubbed or itchy.
Wear a wide hat that will help protect the face and neck from the sun and help you stay cool. Another option is a cloth head covering that will help protect you from the sun. Don't forget your feet. Strappy sandals may make you feel cool, but let the top of the foot be vulnerable to sunlight. Apply sunscreen to protect the feet from the sun.
How to keep your body cool when outside
If possible, try planning activities outside when the weather is not too hot. Do heavy activity in the morning or evening when the sun is not too strong and the air temperature is cooler. Bring a water spray. This is a great way to cool the body, a little refreshing when you need it. Small plastic bottles with spray pipes are available in almost all drug stores. Store the bottle in the refrigerator to make it cooler again at home. You may add a little moisturizer to keep the skin moist. Buy a hand fan or small fan that operates with a battery, which will be very useful if you are stuck on a crowded bus or train, or congestion on a hot day.
Avoid as much direct sunlight as possible. If you are on the beach, look for a shade under the umbrella. This is very important when sunlight is at its hottest, between 11 noon and 3 in the summer in England.
Drink lots of liquid. You will be easily dehydrated while pregnant, which can make you feel faint, tired, and dizzy. To help avoid it, bring a bottle of water and drink a few sips regularly throughout the day.
Take time to swim in the pool or sea to help you stay cool on a hot day. Swimming is also a good exercise for pregnant women and may help reduce swelling in the lower legs and ankles. Reduce salt consumption because it will help prevent water buildup and make you feel more comfortable.
In order for your body to cool faster, you can let cold water from the tap run down your wrist or pour a little water from the bottle over your face or neck. This method is indeed effective and feels good.
What can I do to stay cool in the room?
Fans and air conditioners are a fast and effective way to cool the body. However, remember that when you are pregnant, your body takes longer to adjust to any temperature change. Try to reduce heat slowly if possible, and give time to adapt when moving from one environment to another.
Wash with lukewarm water to cool the body, but don't take a shower with too cold water. Bathing with cold water may be fun, but actually it makes the body even warmer because the body produces heat to protect the body from sudden cold temperatures.
Cover the curtains so that the room temperature is cooler. Wear a cool, wet bandana or scarf loosely around the neck, which will help cool the main arteries in the neck and make you feel more comfortable.
Calm yourself. Ask for help if you are too tired to cook, clean, or do other activities.
Rest your feet as much as possible. Growing and carrying a baby in your stomach is a difficult job and you need to rest a lot during these days. If it really doesn't need to be done now, or if someone else can handle it, don't force yourself to do it.
