Pregnancy Tips To Follow During Monsoon

Monsoon is one of the loved seasons by many. But along with it being a loved season, it is also a season that leads to a lot of infections. It’s important to prevent these infections during pregnancy as they can prove harmful to the fetus and also as we know that not all medications and antibiotics can be taken by the mother.

For the same, here are a few tips to follow during pregnancy

· Avoid water logging around your home.

· Use mosquito repellent to prevent infections caused by mosquito bites.

· Avoid consumption of junk foods even if you crave them as they can lead to infections that in turn can harm the fetus.

· Consume freshly cut fruits. Do not cut the fruits and keep them open for long before consumption.

· Wear breathable loose cotton clothes. Avoid wearing damp clothes, always dry the clothes well before wearing them to prevent moisture retention.

· Keep yourself hydrated well during the day. keep on sipping water or lemon water, etc.  

· Wear anti-slippery footwear or shoes to avoid a fall.

· Maintain good hygiene. Bathe with neem water or water containing Dettol/antiseptic liquid 2 times a day to avoid bacterial contamination.

· Maintain healthy nutrition. Include lots of protein-rich foods (beans, lentils, channa), calcium-rich foods (milk), and vitamin C-rich foods (orange, lemon, cherries, ginger, pineapple).

· Practice yoga (pranayama) to support your immunity.

· Avoid consuming green leafy vegetables as they might contain germs due to the moisture during monsoon season.

· Gargle with salt water (rock salt) 2-3 times a day.

· In case you feel feverish and have throat congestion consume ginger water. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon powder, black pepper, or lemon in it along with honey. Make a 1-liter preparation and consume it every 2-3 hours.

· Avoid getting wet in rains especially if you are sensitive to getting wet in rains as it can lead to infections, bacterial contamination, or viral contamination which can be harmful to your baby.