Short description : 9 tips that over 35 year-old mother should know for a safety of a baby and mothers themselves
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The older you are, the more problems come with a baby as pregnancy risks and complications. For that reason, these are 9 tips that over 35 year-old mother should know for a safety of a baby and mothers themselves:
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- Antenatal Care Appointment : For a mother age over 35, Antenatal Care Appointment is very essential due to changes and disorders in the baby may occur. Moreover, a doctor will provide blood test, urinalysis, ultrasound for several times including amniocentesis to detect baby’s abnormal chromosomes and risk of Down’s syndrome to mothers
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- Have a food based on 5 food groups consisting of fiber or characteristic that are easy to be digested and also prevent you from flatulence : In case if you frequently have flatulence. We recommend you to have a lot of fruits which not only does it help you feel fresh, but also supports your digesting system as well.
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- Folic acid : Which is very important and necessary for babies during infancy. The Folic acid can help organs fully develop usually found in leafy green vegetables. For example, asparagus, carrot, banana and beans.
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- Chocolate, caffeine, cigarette , alcohol, coffee and tea are what mothers should avoid due to these can cause you insomnia, constipation and frequent urination, while the body has to release more excess water accordingly.
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- Exercise : Pregnant women can still exercise. But do not overdo it. However, following the advice from a doctor is included. Besides keeping you healthy, the exercise also support the digestive system to work faster as well as controlling your body weight and sleep.
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- Be careful of taking medications or supplements : Always seek advice from your doctor due to some drugs may cause side effects to the fetus.
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- Having enough rest: Mothers should sleep at least 8 hours for a good health of mother and the baby.
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- Weight control: During pregnancy, the weight of the mother may increase up to more than 10 -12 kg.
According to obesity can lead to diseases and complications such as diabetes, hypertension, and preeclampsia
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- Relaxation and No Stress: Reading books you like or some activities for relaxing to reduce anxiety from pregnancy. In fact, having delayed pregnancy with more age can cause risk of diseases as mentioned. Therefore, if you are having pregnancy over age 35 then should receive examination and advice from specialist in order to prepare the best care for your loved one.
Women Center
Phayathai Navamin Hospital
Tel. +66-2944-7111 ext. 2201
