Friday, April 15, 2011

Sunbathing in pregnancy safely. Advice

In general there are no contraindications to sunbathe in pregnancy, indeed! The heat and sunlight, as well as iodine that reigns on the beach, they do very well be the future mother to the fetus. It 'just through the action of the sun which is synthesized and attached to the bone, vitamin D is essential for the healthy development of babies.

Not to mention that swimming is very useful in pregnancy, for the circulation and maintain good physical shape. But let's get to the main question: the tan! We are now accustomed to see bellies also the ninth month in plain sight on our beaches, and the thing no longer arouses no curiosity because it seems to us, rightly, is normal.

However, as prudence is never enough, especially when a woman is no longer solely responsible for their own health, but also that of your child, you should follow some basic tips to avoid turning an enjoyable and healthy as a good day to bask in the sun into a nightmare. First of all, know that you have to protect your skin three times what you were used to do before the arrival of the baby.

A high protection sunscreen for the whole body is essential, and even more so to your face. During the nine months of pregnancy, in fact, there is a hormonal factor that should not be underestimated. Because of the increased level of progesterone & co, the skin may be stained, and the sun got in a really unpleasant directly accentuate this blemish, creating the so-called "mask of pregnancy".

Then, total solar protection and possibly a nice straw hat (brimmed), especially when walking on the shore. For the rest, head under the umbrella and, above all, avoid exposing yourself during the hottest hours. Favorites, for your daily dose of sun and sea, the sweetest moments, like the morning until 11-12, and in the afternoon from 16 up.

The same but you tan without risking dangerous heat stroke. Also, when you walk on the beach to enjoy the water with his legs up in the middle. A great way to stimulate the circulation, prevent water retention and varicose veins, pregnancy problems that may arise. Finally, remember to go equipped with cooler box with a lot of refreshing water and something to munch on, as light crackers or rice cakes and fruit.

You do not have risk of dehydration or have blood sugar drops. For the rest, go-ahead to a beautiful beach holiday ... with a big belly!

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