How to feel beautiful during pregnancy

Take care of yourself, but don't obsess over it. Eat a balanced diet with plenty of water. And don't give up physical activity.

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Pregnancy: the secrets to feeling beautiful and fit and to avoiding risks to the baby 1

BEAUTY TIPS DURING PREGNANCY

The pregnancy It's a very delicate time for a woman: besides the joy of expecting a baby, there are also fears for her health and for her changing body. The effect of hormones allows future mothers to moms of having brighter skin, thicker and shinier hair and the strongest nailsHowever, it happens that, in order not to expose the unborn child to a whole series of risks, some women end up avoiding normal beauty treatments, even the simplest ones.

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HOW TO FEEL BEAUTIFUL DURING PREGNANCY

Of course, during the nine months of pregnancy It is best to avoid a whole series of products and choose above all natural ones but it is also essential to continue to take care of self-care and of one's body so as to live serenely and in top form what is one of the most beautiful moments of your life.

Here then some simple useful advice on treatments that can be done or that on the contrary should be avoided and some beauty secrets: 

  • HAIR DYES

The first doubt that assails every mother is knowing whether the substances contained in hair dyes hair They may or may not be absorbed by the skin and cause problems for the baby. If it is not essential, it is better to avoid it; otherwise at least wait for the first three months to pass After this period, there are fewer risks for the fetus. The important thing is to choose natural dyes that don't contain ammonia, such as henna. It's probably time for a short haircut; you might like it and keep it even after giving birth.

  • NAILS AND MAKEUP

Try to avoid them during the first trimester of fetal development as the chemicals contained in the various enamels They could be harmful. Wait three months before getting a manicure, too, and make sure all tools have been properly sterilized to avoid the risk of infection.

Don't neglect your makeup, either. In fact, have fun trying out new shades and combinations. It's also a way to distract yourself and arouse your curiosity about your potential.

  • DETERGENTS

Women who suffer from acne They should absolutely avoid taking drugs or creams containing tetracyclines or retinoids as they can cause fetal malformations. It is advisable to choose oil-free products and wash the face with a gentle cleanser.

  • FOOTBALL AND IRON

To be beautiful and preserve the health of child It is also essential to eat properly in order to gain weight naturally and avoid stretch marks. Also remember toi take plenty of calcium and iron to strengthen bones and prevent the risk of anemiaTypically, a woman of normal weight should gain 1 kg per month during the first trimester, 1 kg and 200 g every 30 days during the second, and 1.5 kg during the last three months. Depending on her height, the expectant mother should gain a total of 10 to 12 kilos of weight..

  • BALANCED DIET

For a balanced diet, start the day in the morning with a cup of milk and cereals, proceed with a , snack fruit-based, for lunch choose proteins and for dinner carbohydrates which are absorbed more slowly and therefore guarantee the child nourishment even during the night hours.

  • THE WALK

It is also good to practice some healthy exercise: swimming, yoga and pilates without equipment or a simple walk.

The important thing is to stay active (exercises in the water and the ARTISTIC (They're the best), not feeling bloated and passive, and maintaining good muscle tone. This is also because you need to support a growing belly and arrive at childbirth in the best physical condition to experience less pain.

  • DRINK LOTS OF WATER

Finally, it is essential to rest adequately and drink a lot of waterWater is essential during pregnancy: always remember that you're carrying a baby in your belly. With its own needs.

DOES PREGNANCY CHANGE THE BRAIN?

Pregnancy changes the brain of women who are also mentally predisposed to having a child. Very interesting studies are being conducted on this scientific frontier. Among the latest, the one from the Francis Crick Institute in Great Britain, with a team of scholars coordinated by Jonny Kohl, and published in Science. The research was conducted on mice and showed that pregnancy hormones change the brains of females, predisposing them to motherhood. These changes only partially disappear after delivery, and in other cases they become permanent. So motherhood actually changes the female brain. Researchers are convinced that the behavior studied in mice is identical to that triggered in the female brain, although further studies will be needed to prove this.

PREGNANCY: WHAT TO KNOW

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