Can working too hard affect pregnancy? - Happiness in children
Can working too hard affect pregnancy?
Does a stressful job affect pregnancy?
Is working hard good for pregnancy?
Can being too active hurt my baby?
What happens if you strain yourself while pregnant?
Can stress affect getting pregnant?
Can stress and anxiety delay Labour?
Work that is stressful, physically, psychologically, or both, has deleterious effects on pregnancy. Stressful work increases the risks of miscarriage, preterm labor, preterm birth, low birth weight, and preeclampsia. The greater the stress, the greater the risks of pregnancy complications.
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It will also help you to cope with labour and get back into shape after the birth. Keep up your normal daily physical activity or exercise (sport, running, yoga, dancing, or even walking to the shops and back) for as long as you feel comfortable. Exercise is not dangerous for your baby.
For most pregnancies that are progressing without any issues, straining isn’t a huge concern. “Straining won’t harm the baby, but it can lead to hemorrhoids and anal fissures which can be very painful and uncomfortable for mom,” says Dr. Hamilton. Although not a serious health risk, hemorrhoids can be quite painful.
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