Another wave of cold wave entered Hunan Province, and the mode of low temperature, freezing rain and sleet was restarted today. When pregnancy encounters severe cold, how can pregnant mothers survive it safely?
Don't panic in rainy and snowy weather, Liling Maternal and Child Health Hospital will escort you, and the pregnant mother's travel strategy is here.
1. Pay attention to cold protection and keep warm.
In rainy and snowy days, the temperature is low, you must take windproof and warm measures when you go out, pay attention to the warmth of your head, hands and feet, and bring gloves, hats and scarves if necessary.
If you can't dry the sweat on your body in time, it is more likely to cause a cold, so keeping warm is not the same as wearing too much.
2. Precautions at home.
Here's a reminder to expectant mothers, when at home, keep the indoor temperature warm, the indoor temperature is 21-24 is appropriate, pay attention to open doors and windows for ventilation, and keep the indoor air fresh.
When choosing heating tools, such as choosing an electric blanket, it is recommended to warm up in advance before going to bed, and turn off the quilt after it is warmed to avoid the electric blanket heating up for a long time.
3. Pay attention to nutrition and rest.
Expectant mothers should pay attention to dietary health and maintain a normal diet and balanced nutrition. Special attention should be paid to the intake of fruits and vegetables to meet the body's vitamin needs.
Pay attention to iron supplementation, avoid eating cold food, eat less spicy food, and eat more fruits, fish, eggs, lean meat, poultry and soy products to ensure physiological needs and fetal development. Also drink plenty of water and get 8-10 hours of sleep a day.
4. Pay attention to travel safety.
If you must go out, be especially careful when walking, avoid walking fast on the slippery road, be sure to wear non-slip shoes, and try to be accompanied by someone to keep your body balanced and prevent slipping.
If you must drive yourself, take care of your vehicle in advance and be sure to wear your seatbelt. For pregnant mothers who need to go to work, it is recommended to go out a few minutes earlier to avoid rush hour.
5. What should I do if I accidentally fall down while traveling in rain and snow?
For expectant mothers who travel in rain and snow, don't panic too much if you accidentally fall. The fetus lives in the amniotic fluid, which can buffer the external pressure on the fetus. However, for the sake of safety, it is recommended that pregnant mothers go to the hospital for examination as soon as possible.
Seek medical attention quickly if you have an abnormality.
In the third trimester of pregnancy, pregnant mothers should pay attention to fetal movements every day and observe for any special discomfort. If you have abnormal fetal movements, abdominal pain, bleeding, fluid, dizziness, dizziness, chest tightness and shortness of breath, fever and other abnormalities, please seek medical attention in time. If you are close to your due date, and your place of residence is far away from a midwifery facility, or if transportation is inconvenient, it is recommended to stay in hospital early to ensure safety.
Do this on a snowy day.
For pregnant mothers who are approaching the due date, the most worrying thing may be that they are in labor in bad weather, once there are symptoms of labor, pregnant mothers should stay calm, do not panic, seek help from their families in time, and call the hospital if necessary.
Tips: Pregnant mothers who are approaching the due date should prepare a delivery bag (pregnancy test information, ID card of both husband and wife, household registration book, marriage certificate, puerperal pad, metered sanitary napkin, confinement paper, baby clothes, hats, diapers, wrapping, etc.) in order to use it when admitted to the hospital at any time, in case the temporary preparation is not in time, and the belt is incomplete, causing many inconveniences.
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