elenam13 one good example of my favorites though is toe taps: lying on your back with legs up so shins are parallel to floor, press your low back flat and slowly lower one foot to tap toes on the floor as you exhale. Inhale to lift. Repeat up to 20 reps each side!
@HotChocolate79 For a healthier 2nd pregnancy, often the key is more attention to diet and exercise throughout the pregnancy. Stay focused on your health and that of you baby with regular exercise (5 -6 days per wk) and eating healthy. It's been medically proven to produce healthier pregnancy, healthier babies, and easier labor!
@futurecody The difference between regular yoga and prenatal yoga can be vast, or not... It just depends on the regular yoga class. The prenatal class should ONLY contain moves that are safe for prenatal moms. Regular yoga may include moves that you should not do while pregnant such as inversions, excessive twisting, balance activities that may risk a fall, or excessive asymmetrical movements that can increase risk of back pain.
@KristinCims asked: Trying to loose the baby weight but I have such a hard time controlling
my eating when I go out to dinner or parties with friends! Do you have
any good tips to stay on track in social situations?
@KristinCims yes, it's tough to eat healthy while out with friends. One key is to eat soemthing healthy before you go out so you aren't really hungry. Then try to order something light (soup, salad, tomataoe based pasta, etc). If it's a party not a dinner, don't hang out near the food table...serve yourself a small plate of the heathiest choices and try not to repeat until later in the party.
The best way to stay healthy during and after pregnancy is to exercise daily... even if you can only set aside 15-25 minutes, you can get a good workout in during that short time frame. Little tips like taking the stairs (and repeat the stairs), wearing a pedometer, take the family out for a walk, do core exercises in the floor w/ your kids... they are all little things that can make a big difference
@bumpjavkie, in extreme cases when you can't keep food down, you may need a supplement and an electrolye solutions for hydrations (like Ensure and pedialyte). but often eating frequently helps keep nausea at bay so try to eat as soon as you wake up. keep rice crackers by your bed to head off morning sickness at the pass.
@bumpjackie, it's been my pleasure! Yes, as I stated above...
The best way to stay healthy during and after pregnancy is to exercise daily... even if you can only set aside 15-25 minutes, you can get a good workout in during that short time frame. Little tips like taking the stairs (and repeat the stairs), wearing a pedometer, take the family out for a walk, do core exercises in the floor w/ your kids... they are all little things that can make a big difference
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