Different trimesters of pregnancy

Stages of pregnancy | Office on Women's Health

Pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks, counting from the first day of your last normal period. The weeks are grouped into three trimesters.(TREYE-mess-turs) Find out what's happening with you and your baby in these three stages.

First trimester (week 1–week 12)

During the first trimester your body undergoes many changes. Hormonal changes affect almost every organ system in your body. These changes can trigger symptoms even in the very first weeks of pregnancy. Your period stopping is a clear sign that you are pregnant. Other changes may include:

Extreme tiredness
Tender, swollen breasts. Your nipples might also stick out.
Upset stomach with or without throwing up (morning sickness)
Cravings or distaste for certain foods
Mood swings
Constipation (trouble having bowel movements)
Need to pass urine more often
Headache
Heartburn
Weight gain or loss

As your body changes, you might need to make changes to your daily routine, such as going to bed earlier or eating frequent, small meals. Fortunately, most of these discomforts will go away as your pregnancy progresses. And some women might not feel any discomfort at all! If you have been pregnant before, you might feel differently this time around. Just as each woman is different, so is each pregnancy.

Second trimester (week 13–week 28)

Most women find the second trimester of pregnancy easier than the first. But it is just as important to stay informed about your pregnancy during these months.

You might notice that symptoms like nausea and fatigue are going away. But other new, more noticeable changes to your body are now happening. Your abdomen will expand as the baby continues to grow. And before this trimester is over, you will feel your baby beginning to move!

As your body changes to make room for your growing baby, you may have:

Body aches, such as back, abdomen, groin, or thigh pain
Stretch marks on your abdomen, breasts, thighs, or buttocks
Darkening of the skin around your nipples
A line on the skin running from belly button to pubic hairline
Patches of darker skin, usually over the cheeks, forehead, nose, or upper lip. Patches often match on both sides of the face. This is sometimes called the mask of pregnancy.
Numb or tingling hands, called carpal tunnel syndrome
Itching on the abdomen, palms, and soles of the feet. (Call your doctor if you have nausea, loss of appetite, vomiting, jaundice or fatigue combined with itching. These can be signs of a serious liver problem.)
Swelling of the ankles, fingers, and face. (If you notice any sudden or extreme swelling or if you gain a lot of weight really quickly, call your doctor right away. This could be a sign of preeclampsia.)

Third trimester (week 29–week 40)

You're in the home stretch! Some of the same discomforts you had in your second trimester will continue. Plus, many women find breathing difficult and notice they have to go to the bathroom even more often. This is because the baby is getting bigger and it is putting more pressure on your organs. Don't worry, your baby is fine and these problems will lessen once you give birth.

Some new body changes you might notice in the third trimester include:

Shortness of breath
Heartburn
Swelling of the ankles, fingers, and face. (If you notice any sudden or extreme swelling or if you gain a lot of weight really quickly, call your doctor right away. This could be a sign of preeclampsia.)
Hemorrhoids
Tender breasts, which may leak a watery pre-milk called colostrum (kuh-LOSS-struhm)
Your belly button may stick out
Trouble sleeping
The baby "dropping", or moving lower in your abdomen
Contractions, which can be a sign of real or false labor

As you near your due date, your cervix becomes thinner and softer (called effacing). This is a normal, natural process that helps the birth canal (vagina) to open during the birthing process. Your doctor will check your progress with a vaginal exam as you near your due date. Get excited — the final countdown has begun!

Your developing baby

First trimester (week 1-week 12)

At four to five weeks:

Your baby's brain and spinal cord have begun to form.
The heart begins to form.
Arm and leg buds appear.
Your baby is now an embryo and one-twenty-fifth inch long.

At eight weeks:

All major organs and external body structures have begun to form.
Your baby's heart beats with a regular rhythm.
The arms and legs grow longer, and fingers and toes have begun to form.
The sex organs begin to form.
The eyes have moved forward on the face and eyelids have formed.
The umbilical cord is clearly visible.
At the end of eight weeks, your baby is a fetus and looks more like a human. Your baby is nearly 1 inch long and weighs less than one-eighth ounce.

At 12 weeks:

The nerves and muscles begin to work together. Your baby can make a fist.
The external sex organs show if your baby is a boy or girl. A woman who has an ultrasound in the second trimester or later might be able to find out the baby's sex.
Eyelids close to protect the developing eyes. They will not open again until the 28th week.
Head growth has slowed, and your baby is much longer. Now, at about 3 inches long, your baby weighs almost an ounce.

Second trimester (week 13-week 28)

At 16 weeks:

Muscle tissue and bone continue to form, creating a more complete skeleton.
Skin begins to form. You can nearly see through it.
Meconium (mih-KOH-nee-uhm) develops in your baby's intestinal tract. This will be your baby's first bowel movement.
Your baby makes sucking motions with the mouth (sucking reflex).
Your baby reaches a length of about 4 to 5 inches and weighs almost 3 ounces.

At 20 weeks:

Your baby is more active. You might feel slight fluttering.
Your baby is covered by fine, downy hair called lanugo (luh-NOO-goh) and a waxy coating called vernix. This protects the forming skin underneath.
Eyebrows, eyelashes, fingernails, and toenails have formed. Your baby can even scratch itself.
Your baby can hear and swallow.
Now halfway through your pregnancy, your baby is about 6 inches long and weighs about 9 ounces.

At 24 weeks:

Bone marrow begins to make blood cells.
Taste buds form on your baby's tongue.
Footprints and fingerprints have formed.
Real hair begins to grow on your baby's head.
The lungs are formed, but do not work.
The hand and startle reflex develop.
Your baby sleeps and wakes regularly.
If your baby is a boy, his testicles begin to move from the abdomen into the scrotum. If your baby is a girl, her uterus and ovaries are in place, and a lifetime supply of eggs have formed in the ovaries.
Your baby stores fat and has gained quite a bit of weight. Now at about 12 inches long, your baby weighs about 1½ pounds.

Third trimester (week 29-week 40)

At 32 weeks:

Your baby's bones are fully formed, but still soft.
Your baby's kicks and jabs are forceful.
The eyes can open and close and sense changes in light.
Lungs are not fully formed, but practice "breathing" movements occur.
Your baby's body begins to store vital minerals, such as iron and calcium.
Lanugo begins to fall off.
Your baby is gaining weight quickly, about one-half pound a week. Now, your baby is about 15 to 17 inches long and weighs about 4 to 4½ pounds.

At 36 weeks:

The protective waxy coating called vernix gets thicker.
Body fat increases. Your baby is getting bigger and bigger and has less space to move around. Movements are less forceful, but you will feel stretches and wiggles.
Your baby is about 16 to 19 inches long and weighs about 6 to 6½ pounds.

Weeks 37–40:

At 39 weeks, your baby is considered full-term. Your baby's organs are ready to function on their own.
As you near your due date, your baby may turn into a head-down position for birth. Most babies "present" head down.
At birth, your baby may weigh somewhere between 6 pounds 2 ounces and 9 pounds 2 ounces and be 19 to 21 inches long. Most full-term babies fall within these ranges. But healthy babies come in many different sizes.

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Page last updated: February 22, 2021

Everything you need to know

A full-term pregnancy has three trimesters and lasts around 40 weeks — starting from the first day of the last menstrual period. In each trimester, the fetus meets specific developmental milestones.

While 40 weeks is the usual time frame, a full-term baby can be born as early as 37 weeks and as late as 42 weeks.

The Office on Women’s Health defines the three trimesters as follows, though the timing can vary:

first trimester: 1–12 weeks
second trimester: 13–28 weeks
third trimester: 29–40 weeks

Some people also talk about a fourth trimester, which is the 3-month transitional period after delivery.

Read on for more information about what to expect during each pregnancy trimester.

Image credit: Stephen Kelly, 2018

The first trimester is the first 12 weeks of the pregnancy, and it is a crucial time for fetal development.

The fetus

At conception, the egg and sperm combine to form a zygote, which implants in the wall of the uterus. The zygote becomes an embryo as its cells divide and grow.

By the end of the first 12 weeks:

All the body’s major organs and structures have begun to develop.
The heart is beating regularly.
Fingers and toes have formed.
The fetus is around 3 inches (in) long and weighs nearly 1 ounce.
The nerves and muscles work together, and the fetus can make a fist.
The eyelids have formed and will remain closed until around week 28, to protect the eyes.

The pregnant person

A person also experiences many changes during their first trimester of pregnancy.

These include:

fatigue
tender, swollen breasts
mood changes
cravings for certain foods
headaches
indigestion
a need to urinate more often
weight changes
constipation
nausea, sometimes with vomiting, known as morning sickness

Morning sickness can last throughout the first trimester and sometimes beyond. Despite its name, it does not occur only in the morning.

Weeks 14–27 are the second trimester. The fetus goes through many changes during this time, growing to be around 1 foot long and weighing 1.5 pounds.

The fetus

By the end of the second trimester, the following will have happened:

Meconium, the first bowel movement, has developed in the intestines.
The fetus can see, hear, make a sucking motion, and scratch itself.
Skin, hair, and nails have formed.
The lungs have formed but do not yet work.
The fetus is sleeping and waking regularly.
A male’s testicles will have moved to the scrotum, and a female’s eggs will have formed in the ovaries.
Taste buds have formed.
Bone marrow is making blood cells.
Lanugo, which is fine hair, covers the body.

The pregnant person

Many people feel more comfortable during the second trimester of pregnancy. Morning sickness and fatigue often reduce or disappear.

Meanwhile, new changes take place:

The abdomen expands as the fetus grows.
Stretch marks may appear on the abdomen, thighs, breasts, and buttocks.
The areola, the skin around the nipples, becomes darker.
The skin on the face and may darken in patches.
The ankles, fingers, and face may swell.
Itching may occur. If it happens with vomiting or yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes, known as jaundice, seek medical advice.

It becomes possible to feel the baby’s movements as this trimester progresses.

The third trimester lasts from week 29 until delivery, which is usually around week 40.

The fetus

Most organs and body systems have formed by now, and they will continue to grow and mature.

During this trimester:

The bones are hardening.
Movements become more noticeable.
The eyes are open and can sense light.
Lung formation becomes complete.
Lanugo falls away, and a waxy coating, called vernix, develops.

Toward delivery, the fetus drops lower in the person’s abdomen and usually turns head-down.

The pregnant person

The growth of the fetus can cause new discomfort at this time.

A person might also experience:

heartburn
shortness of breath
swelling in the ankles, face, and fingers
insomnia
mood changes
leakage of milk from the breasts
other breast and nipple changes
frequent urination
hemorrhoids
Braxton-Hicks contractions, which do not indicate labor
real contractions, which indicate labor

It is also normal to feel anxiety about the delivery and parenthood toward the end of a pregnancy.

The 3 months after delivery play a key role in the health of the person and their baby. Some people call this transitional period a fourth trimester.

While this can be an exciting time, the range of hormonal and environmental changes can pose challenges.

These challenges might involve:

recovering after delivery, especially if there are stitches
dealing with lochia, a discharge of blood and tissue, which may continue for several weeks
cramping, which may feel like menstrual cramping, especially during breastfeeding
adjusting to a new role of parenthood
learning new skills
having sore breasts and other difficulties related to breastfeeding
having fatigue, due to a loss of sleep and other factors
in some cases, experiencing postpartum depression

Some tips for managing include:

limiting visitors, if this helps
asking others for help
reducing housekeeping duties
resting when the baby does
eating regularly, as far as possible
raising any concerns about the baby, breastfeeding, or personal health
attending all followup appointments

Anyone who experiences a persistent low mood, feelings of guilt or inadequacy, or thoughts of harming themselves or the baby should seek immediate medical care and guidance. These can be signs of postpartum depression.

Suicide prevention

If you know someone at immediate risk of self-harm, suicide, or hurting another person:

Ask the tough question: “Are you considering suicide?”
Listen to the person without judgment.
Call 911 or the local emergency number, or text TALK to 741741 to communicate with a trained crisis counselor.
Stay with the person until professional help arrives.
Try to remove any weapons, medications, or other potentially harmful objects.

If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, a prevention hotline can help. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day at 988. During a crisis, people who are hard of hearing can use their preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988.

Click here for more links and local resources.

Pregnancy, childbirth, and the first few months with a newborn are unlike any other time in life. They are full of new experiences, great uncertainty, upheavals, and many new emotions.

Getting regular prenatal care is vital during each trimester. A doctor can help ensure that the fetus is meeting their developmental milestones and that the pregnant person is in good health. They can also provide guidance and resources for support.

Contraindications for early pregnancy and 2nd and 3rd trimesters

Foreword

Pregnancy is a wonderful, but also a responsible time. The course of pregnancy and the health of the unborn child depend on the behavior of the expectant mother.

Lifestyle changes during pregnancy, of course. Today we will talk about contraindications during pregnancy, about those prohibitions that her condition imposes on a woman.

It is known that the entire period of pregnancy is divided into three trimesters. And in each of them there are different contraindications during pregnancy. nine0005

Contraindications in the first trimester of pregnancy

The first trimester of pregnancy is the most important period of the entire pregnancy, because at this time all the main systems of the new organism are formed. Therefore, in the first trimester of pregnancy, the list of restrictions is the most voluminous.

In order for a child to be healthy and develop properly, he must be provided with high-quality building materials and nullify all adverse factors that may affect the development of the body. nine0005

What should not be done in the first trimester of pregnancy?

First of all, it is necessary to give up such a bad habit as smoking. If you smoked before pregnancy, then it is necessary to leave cigarettes immediately! Smoking has an extremely negative effect on intrauterine development and leads to the formation of pathologies of varying severity. Passive smoking should also be avoided. It is unacceptable to be in the same room with a smoker. Very often, a woman's body takes care of itself - when pregnancy occurs, she begins to experience a strong aversion to the smell of cigarette smoke. nine0026
Alcohol is the second enemy of the normal course of pregnancy. The influence of alcohol is especially harmful in the early stages, when the main systems of the body are being formed.
Crowded places should be avoided as there is a risk of infection in crowded places. Infectious diseases have an extremely negative effect on pregnancy, especially since the list of medicines that can be used during this period is extremely small.
The same applies to colds, which, among other things, can lead to serious complications due to the weakness of the body. Therefore, it is advisable not to overcool, not to be in a draft, not to wet your feet. nine0026
Fluorography and other x-rays should not be done except for vital indications. X-ray radiation has an extremely negative effect on the development of the child and can lead to developmental pathology.
Before taking medicines during pregnancy, you should read the package leaflet very carefully and consult your doctor. Many medicines are contraindicated during pregnancy, and it is strictly forbidden to take them. These drugs include many antibiotics, tranquilizers, painkillers, narcotic drugs, and some others. nine0026
Stress is also a contraindication during pregnancy. Excessive nervous tension and negative emotions have an extremely negative effect on the development of the child. With stressful loads, hormonal collection often occurs, which negatively affects the development of pregnancy.
A very important contraindication during pregnancy is weight lifting. You can not heavily load the muscles of the abdomen and pelvis. Exhausting physical exercises should be abandoned. And, of course, to exclude various extreme sports, giving preference to more relaxed activities: swimming, walking, simple yoga exercises, physical therapy and breathing exercises. nine0026
Nutrition during pregnancy should be taken very seriously. Dyes, chemical flavoring additives in food are contraindicated.
As for products of animal origin, they require complete heat treatment before consumption. It is forbidden to eat half-cooked food, as dangerous parasites and bacteria that cause serious illness can be present in uncooked foods.
If you have pets at home, especially cats, entrust the care of the cat to someone from the household. Cat feces can contain pathogens of toxoplasmosis, a dangerous disease that negatively affects the development of the child. nine0026

Pregnancy contraindications - controversial issues

Some restrictions during the first trimester of pregnancy are controversial today. Let's focus on the most important points.

Sex life

During sexual intercourse, there is an active contraction of the muscles of the uterus and small pelvis, so it is advisable to abstain from sex in the first trimester of pregnancy. This is especially true with the threat of miscarriage. However, even if your pregnancy is going well, sexual contact can cause complications because the fetus may be displaced or disturbed. nine0005

Over time, the embryo becomes more protected, so after the first trimester of pregnancy, if you feel good, there are no restrictions on your sex life.

Cosmetics

During the first trimester of pregnancy, you must continue to take care of your body. However, it is recommended not to use cosmetics with fragrances and strong odors. Currently, many hypoallergenic personal care products are being produced, you can also use children's cosmetics. nine0005

It is good to use natural natural remedies: masks made from vegetables and fruits, such as cucumber mask or strawberry mask, as well as honey and olive oil. In specialized stores there is a large selection of cosmetics for expectant mothers.

Hair coloring is not a contraindication during pregnancy. However, it is not recommended to dye your hair with any paint. The chemical elements that make up the paint negatively affect the condition of the hair. Therefore, if you decide to dye your hair, especially in the first trimester of pregnancy, give preference to expensive proven dyes. And it is best to use natural substances: henna or basma. nine0005

Physical activity

Heavy physical activity is contraindicated during the first trimester of pregnancy. Serious stress on the body should be avoided, so if you were involved in extreme or power sports before pregnancy, change activities. It is possible and necessary to engage in physical education during the first trimester, but change your occupation, give preference to swimming, yoga, physiotherapy exercises, and walks in the fresh air. nine0005

There are special complexes of therapeutic and breathing exercises for pregnant women.

Tanning and solarium

Ultraviolet is necessary for normal health and functioning of all body systems. Therefore, sunbathing is not forbidden. Of course, it is best to do it on the beach. It is only necessary to remember that it is necessary to be in the sun in the morning and evening hours, before 11 am and after 4 pm, since in the daytime the sun is very active and can harm the body. nine0005

Also remember to protect yourself from sunburn and use sunscreen. Sunbathing should not be prolonged, and at the slightest sign of indisposition, they should be stopped. It is best that exposure to sunlight on the body occurs in partial shade.

Is a solarium contraindicated in the first trimester of pregnancy? Here the opinions of experts differ. However, if there are no complications of pregnancy and strict contraindications, then you can visit the solarium, observing the precautionary measures: the stomach must be covered with a cloth, and you should also carefully monitor your well-being, and at the slightest sign of malaise, stop the procedure. nine0005

Travel

Traveling long distances is recommended to be postponed. The fact is that vibrations in the train and on the plane lead to tension in the muscles of the back and abdomen, and can provoke an increased tone of the uterus. In addition, when traveling by plane, the body experiences stress caused by pressure differences.

However, if the pregnancy is normal, the woman is in good physical shape, flying and train travel are not contraindicated. You just need to follow some precautions: drink plenty of water during the flight, wear loose clothing, and walk around the cabin several times during the flight. As for the train, here one should not save on amenities, it is not advisable to travel in a reserved seat, and even more so in a common carriage, a place, of course, should be chosen on the lower shelf. nine0005

Trips bring a lot of positive emotions, so if there are no serious contraindications, consult a doctor and feel free to hit the road!

Power supply

Fast food and foods that cause allergic reactions should be excluded from your diet. But if you really want to eat a hamburger, then you can sometimes afford it. Just don't get carried away!

In the first trimester of pregnancy, many women experience morning sickness. Therefore, fatty and heavy foods become a contraindication in the first trimester of pregnancy. nine0005

Coffee and cocoa

Coffee excites the nervous system and affects the heart. Therefore, coffee is a contraindication during pregnancy if you have problems with the heart or blood vessels. At the same time, in moderation, coffee is useful for maintaining tone and uplifting mood. Also, coffee is recommended at reduced pressure. But everything should be done in moderation.

Cocoa is a very useful product, it contains many vitamins and microelements. At the same time, cocoa also has negative properties: cocoa washes calcium out of the body and prevents its absorption. Cocoa also provokes the appearance of uterine tone, which is very dangerous especially in the first trimester of pregnancy. Cocoa is high in calories, so it contributes to weight gain, which is highly undesirable. Based on the foregoing, the use of cocoa is rather a contraindication during pregnancy

Contraindications in the second trimester of pregnancy

The second trimester of pregnancy is the most pleasant time! Toxicosis and ailments associated with the first trimester of pregnancy are already behind, but the size of the fetus and abdomen is still small, so a pregnant woman can enjoy her excellent condition.

Contraindications during pregnancy become much less than in the first trimester, and many of them are not so strict.

And yet, let's dwell on some of them. nine0005

What not to do in the second trimester of pregnancy?

Power supply

Toxicosis of the first trimester of pregnancy has passed, and now the woman can return to her usual diet. However, in the second trimester there are a number of restrictions.

First of all, fatty heavy foods should be avoided. It is necessary to remove from the diet foods that can cause an allergic reaction, such as nuts, as well as foods with food additives and preservatives. Before you buy products, carefully study their composition on the label! nine0005

It is advisable to limit the intake of salty and smoked foods. Daily salt intake should also be reduced as salt retains fluid in the body, which can cause edema and is an additional burden on the kidneys, and increases blood pressure

sushi, as there is a risk of infection with helminths.

A healthy, balanced diet is the basis for your well-being and the health of your baby. The basis of a healthy diet in the second trimester of pregnancy is cereals, followed by dairy products, fruits and vegetables in second place, and fish and meat in third place. It is advisable to refuse semi-finished products during this period. nine0005

Vitamins and trace elements

Currently, an increasing number of experts adhere to the point of view that synthetic vitamins and microelements do not bring any benefit to the body, since they are not absorbed. Of course, vitamin complexes are not a contraindication during pregnancy, but you should not rely on their miraculous power, preference should be given to natural products.

Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and don't forget calcium-rich dairy products as your baby's skeleton begins to take shape during the second trimester. nine0005

Skin, nails, hair

When it comes to caring for your body, contraindications and recommendations for pregnancy in the second trimester remain the same as in the first. Get more rest and be outdoors, and from cosmetics (including hair dye), give preference to natural hypoallergenic products.

Alcohol and smoking

The answer to this question is unequivocal: alcohol and cigarettes are absolutely contraindicated during pregnancy. nine0005

Medicines

The list of drugs that are not a contraindication during pregnancy is significantly expanded in the second trimester. However, before you start taking any medication, carefully read the attached instructions and consult your doctor.

For colds and to improve immunity, it is good to use traditional medicine: tea with honey and lemon, raspberry jam, sea buckthorn berries. nine0005

Other illnesses often require medication. It is necessary to be treated during pregnancy, including taking medications. Just let your doctor know about your situation, and he will select you drugs that are not contraindicated during pregnancy.

Sexual relations

In the second trimester of pregnancy, sex is not a contraindication if the pregnancy proceeds without complications.

Different women have different attitudes towards sex during pregnancy. For some, sexual relationships are a joy and pleasure. In this case, you can have sex, and it is useful. However, there are women who are psychologically unable to have sex while pregnant. Then it might be worth asking your partner to wait a little for the health of mom and baby.

Thus, sexual life in the second trimester of pregnancy is not contraindicated, it all depends on the well-being and psychological state of the expectant mother. nine0005

Sports and fitness

Moderate exercise during the second trimester of pregnancy is very beneficial. Contraindication during pregnancy is only extreme sports and heavy power loads.

Continue to swim, do yoga, exercise therapy.

Outdoor walks are highly recommended.

However, potentially hazardous sports should be excluded. You should not ski or ride a bike, even if you feel well! nine0005

Travel

The second trimester of pregnancy is the best time to travel! Just follow the recommendations of doctors during the trip and enjoy new experiences!

Choose a form of transport where you can get up and stretch when necessary.

You can also travel to exotic countries if you take precautions.

Flight is not a contraindication during the second trimester of pregnancy. However, take care of yourself in flight: wear anti-varicose tights, loose clothing, drink plenty of fluids during the flight, fasten the seat belt under your stomach. nine0005

Contraindications in the third trimester of pregnancy

The third trimester is the most difficult period for a pregnant woman. The child is already large, and the size of the abdomen is a significant inconvenience. The body of the future mother is being rebuilt and preparing for the upcoming birth.

There are many more contraindications in pregnancy in the third trimester than in the second.

What should not be done in the third trimester of pregnancy?

Power

In the third trimester, a woman begins to experience various inconveniences associated with digestion, such as heaviness in the stomach, heartburn, constipation. Therefore, it is necessary to review the diet and diet during this crucial period.

One of the most important tasks during this period is to monitor your own weight. Excess weight is an additional burden on the body, which can lead to complications during pregnancy.

However, keeping your weight under control does not mean starving! Diets during pregnancy are strictly contraindicated! nine0005

From the diet should be excluded foods that are not nutritionally useful, but only lead to excess weight. Such products include cakes, pastries, pies, buns, sweets, cookies.

Preference should be given to dairy products, lean fish and meat, cereals, fruits and vegetables.

Eat a balanced, varied diet in small portions.

Overeating is also a contraindication during pregnancy. You should not take part in feasts at this time. nine0005

Drinking mode

As for drinks, some of them are contraindicated in the third trimester of pregnancy.

First of all, these are any drinks containing alcohol, as well as energy drinks, sweet carbonated water, especially Pepsi and Fanta, strong coffee and tea.

Preference should be given to drinks such as herbal teas, natural juices, fruit drinks and compotes with a low sugar content. It is also recommended to drink ordinary mineral and table water. nine0005

In terms of fluid intake, gynecologists currently do not limit fluid intake during the third trimester. If a woman has edema, then this is not due to fluid intake, but to a violation of the kidneys, which can lead to a serious complication, preeclampsia.

If edema occurs, you should immediately consult a doctor and take medical measures.

Medicines

Some medications are still contraindicated during pregnancy in the third trimester. However, the list of drugs, the use of which is possible, is expanding more and more. nine0005

Therefore, doctors often postpone the treatment of certain diseases until the third trimester, when a woman can undergo drug therapy without harming either her health or the health of her unborn baby.

The rule for taking medications in the third trimester remains the same for the entire duration of pregnancy: before taking this or that drug, carefully read the instructions and consult a specialist.

Physical activity

The physical condition of a woman in the third trimester imposes many restrictions on physical activity. nine0005

Contraindications during pregnancy during this period are weight lifting, strength exercises, active and potentially traumatic sports.

The child grows, takes up more and more space in the woman's body, and it becomes more and more difficult for her to move. Shortness of breath appears, previously normal movements become difficult: bending or climbing stairs.

However, exercise during the third trimester of pregnancy is not a contraindication. On the contrary, walking, swimming, special exercises for pregnant women are useful. nine0005

You should rely on your own well-being. Physical education should please, improve mood and not cause severe fatigue.

Sex life

Sex in the third trimester of pregnancy is not contraindicated. However, sex should be treated with caution, given that not all methods are appropriate at this time.

In addition, at the very late stages of sex can become a stimulation of the onset of labor. Sometimes gynecologists even advise resorting to this method to start the process of childbirth. nine0005

Therefore, if a woman is at risk of premature birth, it is advisable to refrain from sexual activity during this period of pregnancy.

Sexual activity in the third trimester of pregnancy is recommended if desired and sensibly, if there are no complications.

Summing up all of the above, it should be noted that pregnancy is a special crucial period in a woman's life, which imposes a number of restrictions.

Contraindications during pregnancy are caused by the peculiarities of this period and do not prevent you from leading a normal life and enjoying your position. nine0005

Rehabilitation program for pregnant women I-III trimester

Rehabilitation program for pregnant women I trimester

The rehabilitation program was developed by the doctors of the polyclinic, taking into account the characteristics of the female body during the most critical period in the life of any woman - the expectation of a baby. A complex of individually selected procedures has a positive effect on the function of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, improves the psychophysical and emotional status, and metabolism. nine0005

The rehabilitation program is compiled by a doctor individually for each patient, taking into account indications, contraindications, the choice of optimal procedures and their combination to enhance the effect. According to the indications, the program can be both expanded and supplemented, and reduced.

Programs are differentiated according to gestational age. On the recommendation of a doctor, it is possible to undergo a rehabilitation course in each trimester of pregnancy.

Program implementation period: 1.5–2 months (when visiting 2–3 times a week). nine0005

On the recommendation of a doctor, it is possible to increase the duration of rehabilitation, including by expanding the program with additional procedures.

Indications:

Normal pregnancy in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimesters.

Effects and tasks:

maintenance of physiological adaptive mechanisms to anatomical and functional changes in organs and systems in a pregnant woman; nine0026
strengthening the muscles involved in labor;
increased oxygen supply to the body, improved function of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems;
comprehensive and timely rehabilitation contributes to the normal course of pregnancy and the proper development of the fetus;
improvement of the emotional - mental state;
stimulation of neurohumoral regulatory mechanisms for adaptation to emotional and physical stress during pregnancy, increased stress resistance. nine0026

Particular contraindications for pregnant women are determined by the obstetrician-gynecologist in each case.

The cost of the program23 044 rubles.

Program content

1 consultation
Consultation with a dietitian
1 consultation
Consultation of an obstetrician-gynecologist on pregnancy
1 consultation
Physical therapy doctor's consultation nine0026
5 lessons
Improving gymnastics in the exercise therapy room, group lesson with an instructor
10 treatments
Improving breathing training (group lesson)
5 treatments
Automated underwater massage Caracalla
5 treatments
Halochamber (Salt Cave)
10 lessons
Improving gymnastics in the pool group lesson

Rehabilitation program for pregnant women II trimester

Programs are differentiated according to gestational age. On the recommendation of a doctor, it is possible to undergo a rehabilitation course in each trimester of pregnancy.

Program implementation period: 1.5–2 months (when visiting 2–3 times a week).

On the recommendation of a doctor, it is possible to increase the duration of rehabilitation, including by expanding the program with additional procedures.

Indications:

Normal 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester pregnancy. nine0026

Effects and tasks:

maintenance of physiological adaptive mechanisms to anatomical and functional changes in organs and systems in a pregnant woman;
strengthening the muscles involved in labor;
increased oxygen supply to the body, improved function of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems;
comprehensive and timely rehabilitation contributes to the normal course of pregnancy and the proper development of the fetus; nine0026
improvement of the emotional - mental state;
stimulation of neurohumoral regulatory mechanisms for adaptation to emotional and physical stress during pregnancy, increased stress resistance.

Particular contraindications for pregnant women are determined by the obstetrician-gynecologist in each case.

The cost of the program18 815 rubles.

Program content

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Consultation with a dietitian
1 consultation
Physical therapy doctor's consultation
5 treatments
Halochamber (Salt Cave)
10 lessons
Improving gymnastics in the pool group lesson
5 sessions
Exercise therapy for the development of pelvic joints group exercise
5 treatments
UFO-therapy general, local (Light therapy)

2 sessions

5 treatments
Dry skeletal traction on the mat of the "Detensor" system (1 session) (Detensor therapy)

Rehabilitation program for pregnant women III trimester

Programs are differentiated according to gestational age. On the recommendation of a doctor, it is possible to undergo a rehabilitation course in each trimester of pregnancy.

Program implementation period: 1.5–2 months (when visiting 2–3 times a week). nine0005

On the recommendation of a doctor, it is possible to increase the duration of rehabilitation, including by expanding the program with additional procedures.

Indications: