Exercise [ Stuart Prenatal ]

		Exercise to Take the Stress Out of Trying to Conceive The time when a couple is trying to conceive can be exhilarating and exhausting.
	The stress of trying to conceive each month has gotten to more than one mom-to-be. Ironically, high levels of stress may be linked to infertility. One way to manage stress, and to reap other health benefits, is to develop and follow an exercise routine prior to conception. The link between exercise and stress is not just an emotional one. Exercise causes the brain to release chemicals known as endorphins into the bloodstream. Endorphins act as pain blockers for the nervous system and have been shown to reduce the physical and emotional effects of stress. Exercise to Achieve a Healthy Weight Prior to Conception Women who begin a pregnancy overweight are at greater risk for developing hypertension (high blood pressure) and gestational diabetes. Both of these conditions can have negative effects on both mom and baby. Women who experience hypertension while pregnant may have to deliver their babies prematurely if their blood pressure reaches dangerously high levels. Babies born to mothers with gestational diabetes are at greater risk for extremely large size (making delivery difficult), breathing difficulties, jaundice and low blood sugar.

Getting into the exercise habit can help you reach and maintain a healthy weight before you get pregnant. Doing so is not only healthier for baby, but can also mean a more comfortable nine months for mom.

Preparing Yourself for the Marathon of Pregnancy
Pregnancy and childbirth are physically demanding. Developing and sticking with an exercise routine while you are trying to conceive may help you have a healthier and more comfortable pregnancy. A regular exercise routine can also help you be physically prepared for labor and delivery.

Exercise before - and if your doctor approves, during - pregnancy can strengthen the muscles that will be used heavily during pregnancy. While you will want to avoid exercises like sit-ups and other exercises that require to lay flat on your back once you are pregnant, regular exercise can build your endurance and help you get back in shape more easily after your baby is born.

If you already hit the gym regularly, congratulations! Keep up the good work, with your doctor's permission. Once you are pregnant, chances are you will be able to continue your exercise routine, although you may need to adjust the intensity at which you workout.

It is not too late to develop the good habit of exercise if it's not currently part of your lifestyle. Consider cardiovascular exercises such as walking or swimming that are easier on the joints than jogging or aerobics. Yoga is a good choice for a relaxing workout that gently stretches your muscles. It's best to avoid activities during which you could fall, such as horseback riding, rollerblading and skiing. Check with your doctor about which activities he or she recommends.

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