Babies are precious. They bring much joy to their parent's lives. Moms want to be especially careful during their pregnancy to ensure the health of their baby. Correct prenatal care can not only be beneficial for you and your baby, but it can also help your delivery go smoothly. So, if you are a mom-to-be, what should you be doing right now to ensure the health of your baby? Here are some important tips for you to follow closely:

• Hygiene: We cannot stress enough how important it is for you to practice proper hygiene during your pregnancy. Washing your hands often and properly is vital when it comes to reducing sickness and infections while pregnant. You should always wash your hands:
  • Before and after a meal
  • Before and after cooking
  • After having contact with another person
  • After being in a public area
  • After cleaning

It is important not to use potting soil while pregnant due to certain chemicals contained in it.

Another thing to avoid is cleaning the litter box. This can cause serious sickness while pregnant.

• Nutrition: Eating well is important to your baby’s health. There are particular foods you should avoid during your pregnancy. There are also foods recommended to give you and your little one proper nourishment. Such things as fruits and veggies should always be thoroughly washed before ingesting. Take proper precautions with raw meat to avoid food poisoning.
• Proper care for your spine: During your pregnancy, your body is going through a lot of physical changes. As the baby grows, organs are shifted to make room. If your spine is out of alignment, you could have some serious issues. A properly aligned spine also helps keep the birth canal open while delivering the baby.

Safe Care of Your Spine During Pregnancy

Upper cervical chiropractors are not required to pop or crack the back or spine in order to get results. Rather, we focus on the top bones of the neck and use a gentle method to realign them if they are misplaced. This is safe for both you and your precious baby.

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