Introduction
When couples decide to have a child, this is often an important milestone in a relationship. With the willingness to have children together, you are ready to take on responsibility together. In the future, the focus will no longer be on your own partnership, but on your child together. In order to prepare for a pregnancy in the best possible way, there are a few things that expectant mothers or couples can do in advance.
Stress Reduction
If a woman plans to become pregnant, she should try to avoid stressful situations. Stress leads to the release of stress hormones, which in turn can have a negative influence on fertility. This also makes sense from an evolutionary point of view, because a woman who is under a lot of stress has no capacity and no physical reserves for a child.
Relaxation and conscious leisure time experiences help to relax. Physical exercise, long walks and fun activities also help to reduce everyday stress. A vacation can also contribute to stress reduction
Nutrition and physical activity
In order to prepare for pregnancy in the best possible way, it is important to pay attention to your own lifestyle. Sufficient physical activity and healthy nutrition are essential for good health. Only if the mother is healthy can the child develop optimally in the womb.
Both underweight and overweight have a negative influence on fertility and often lead to complications even during pregnancy. This can delay the development of the child or even lead to premature births. A lot of vegetables should be eaten with the diet.
Mediterranean foods, such as fish, are also very healthy, as they contain a lot of folic acid. Folic acid is very important for the development of the child‘s brain and should be supplied in sufficient quantities during pregnancy. In addition, a sufficient drinking amount of at least 2l per day is also important.
A consultation with your gynaecologist is helpful in order to find out the optimal diet before and during pregnancy. During physical activity, a light endurance program is particularly beneficial. Running, swimming or cycling are very suitable for this.
Endurance sports can also help to reduce stress. Balanced strength training can also improve a woman’s condition and lead to a better body image. A woman who feels good has a more positive attitude.
This can only have a positive effect on fertility and the course of pregnancy. Those who wish can also specifically train the pelvic floor muscles. This can be beneficial, as the pelvic floor has the most important stability function, especially towards the end of pregnancy. The pelvic floor must balance the weight of the child so that the maternal organs and the child are kept in position.
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