How to keep pregnant women warm in winter

　　In winter, the invasion of cold air, rain and snow, and the raging H1N1 influenza are undoubtedly severe tests for all expectant mothers. How can we spend the cold winter safely and ensure the safety of expectant mothers? healthy And what about the normal development of the baby in the belly?

　　First of all, expectant mothers should pay attention to changes in weather conditions and add or remove clothes in a timely manner. While keeping warm, don’t be greedy for too much, otherwise you will easily sweat and cause wind chill. cold . When using air conditioning for heating or gas floor heating, the indoor temperature should be between 21°C and 24°C. Pay attention to opening doors and windows for ventilation to keep the indoor air fresh. You can use a humidifier to maintain good indoor humidity.

　　You should still maintain appropriate physical activity during pregnancy exercise , enhance physical fitness, improve disease resistance. You can do lighter exercises such as pregnancy exercises indoors. When the weather is fine or the afternoon is warm, it is best to go for a walk outside to breathe fresh air. You should especially prevent catching cold when going out. Wear a hat to prevent your head from dissipating heat too quickly, and choose a warm scarf to protect your neck. It is best to wear a mask when going out. On the one hand, it keeps the nasal cavity moist, and on the other hand, it can block some dust and viruses. Try not to go out in strong winds, rain, snow, or cold waves. If you need to go out, you should avoid slippery areas on the ground to prevent falls and sprains.

　　Nutrition for expectant mothers’ own health and fetus Development is very important. Expectant mothers should eat more foods rich in protein and carbohydrates, such as lean meat, chicken, fish, eggs, milk, soy products, etc. Eat less spicy food to reduce irritation to the respiratory tract. Pay attention to nutritional balance and avoid excessive weight gain. Also drink plenty of water and ensure 8-10 hours of sleep a day.

　　Due to the rapid development of influenza during pregnancy, the best treatment period for influenza A is the first 72 hours of onset, so early detection and early treatment are particularly important. Once a pregnant woman develops fever, cough If you have flu symptoms such as sore throat, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue, you should seek medical treatment promptly. You should not be afraid of adverse drug reactions and give up on reasonable treatment, thereby delaying the best opportunity for treatment and ultimately endangering the health and life of the mother and baby.

　　Although expectant mothers are a high-risk group for contracting influenza A, the risk can still be minimized as long as they take precautions. In addition to the above-mentioned nutrition, rest and exercise, you should develop good hygiene habits and wash your hands frequently. ； Maintaining an optimistic and cheerful mood is conducive to the healthy growth of the fetus.

　　Due to changes in temperature and air pressure in winter, expectant mothers are particularly prone to gestational hypertension The disease may cause high blood pressure, edema, proteinuria, and in severe cases, convulsions and coma. It may even cause multiple complications such as cardiovascular and cerebrovascular accidents, multiple organ failure, fetal dysplasia, and even intrauterine death, which seriously threatens the health of mothers and infants. Therefore, expectant mothers must insist on regular Hospital Carry out prenatal check-ups and do a good job in pregnancy health care.

　　Winter is coming, can spring be far behind? I hope every expectant mother can calmly cope with the challenges of severe winter and give birth to healthy and smart babies.