“You should not paint your hair”, “never raise your arms because you hurt the baby” are some pregnancy myths that womem hear for the first time when they are in this stage and more than helping you only generates doubts and fears.
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Do not exercise
It’s false. On the contrary, pregnancy is a good time to do physical activities because it improves your mood and your energy levels
It also helps you sleep better, prevents excess weight and increases strength and strength. It even reduces the risk of you developing gestational diabetes or preclaimsia.
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It hurts to eat fish
It’s false. This food contains proteins, iron and zinc that help the baby to develop correctly.
Only eat 340 grams of fish per week, well cooked, never raw. Choose the sardines, salmon and trout.
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The shape of your belly determines the sex of the baby
The shape and height of the belly are determined by muscle tone and uterine tone.
The only 100% sure way to know the sex of your baby is through an ultrasound.
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You have to eat for two.
It is totally false. You just have to eat better, that is, with a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, proteins and calcium.
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Sexual relationships hurt the baby
It is totally false. Having sex with your partner with such pre-malady.
It also decreases the risk of premature birth, say at the Guttmacher Institute.
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Swimming in pools causes infections
It’s false. The entrance to the uterus is protected with a mucous plug that prevents the entry of bacteria.
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You should not sleep on your back
It’s false. Sleeping in this way poses no danger to the baby; However, when your child grows in your belly it is uncomfortable, it is recommended to do it on the left side.
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Agruras indicate that your child will have a lot of hair
This symptom is generated by hormonal causes or by eating acidic foods, but it has nothing to do with your baby.
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You should avoid visiting the dentist
There is no problem to fix your teeth, on the contrary, you must apply fluoride to strengthen them.
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If you do not eat your cravings will be reflected in your child
It’s false. These arise from metabolic or hormonal changes, so it is not a pretext for overeating.
If you follow the care that your doctor recommends and you will lead to a healthy life, you will make mistakes during pregnancy, childbirth and in the puerperium. Do not do anything without first consulting with a specialist.
Remember that a good control of your pregnancy will make you enjoy this stage very much.
