Things to note during the thirteenth week of pregnancy

It is the thirteenth week of pregnancy, and the pregnant woman's belly has become bigger. At this time, it becomes a little difficult for her to do some things, and she often needs to seek help from others. Sometimes you are not quite sure what you should do and what you should not do, and you have to learn to understand some things about this pregnancy on your own. Here are some things to keep in mind during the thirteenth week of pregnancy.

1. Obvious changes in nipples:

Your breasts will become noticeably larger and your bra will need to be one size larger than before. The color of the nipple and areola will deepen, and the nipple will become hard. If a small amount of yellowish liquid overflows from the nipple hole at this time, it is normal. You don't need to squeeze or pinch the nipple, and don't use too much force when scrubbing.

2. Use your mobile phone as little as possible:

Now is the critical period for the fetus' growth, and we must prevent the baby from being affected by radiation. Although there is no definitive conclusion on the effects of mobile phones on the fetus, in order to prevent possible consequences, it is recommended that you use mobile phones as little as possible, use hands-free headphones when talking on the phone, keep calls as short as possible, and do not keep your phone by your side when you sleep.

3. Diarrhea during pregnancy:

Diarrhea is dangerous for mothers at this time and can easily lead to miscarriage or premature birth, so do not ignore it. If you have diarrhea, drink plenty of water and add a little salt to the water (it’s better not to taste salty). You can also drink more millet porridge, which can nourish the stomach and calm the nerves. If the diarrhea is severe, see a gynecologist immediately. Do not take any medicine on your own, otherwise it will have a bad effect on the baby in your belly.

4. Prevent varicose veins:

As the fetus grows, your blood volume gradually increases and your weight increases, which can easily make it difficult for venous blood to flow back and accumulate in the veins of the lower limbs. At this time, you will see curved, protruding blue-green blood vessels on your calves. This is varicose veins in the lower limbs. To prevent varicose veins, you should avoid standing for long periods of time, rest in bed properly every day, and raise your legs appropriately. If there are signs of varicose veins or significant edema, you can wear compression stockings when walking or standing during the day.

5. Choose the right maternity clothes:

Now your belly is slightly protruding, and you look like a pregnant woman. It's time to choose maternity clothes that suit you. You can choose your favorite color and style according to your preference, but you must choose clothes that are easy to put on and take off and easy to move in, and the fabric should be pure cotton or silk. The pants should be looser, especially at the waist, and overalls are the first choice. Brightly colored clothes look uplifting and will make you the most beautiful pregnant mother!

Sometimes it is easier to accept something if you know more yourself than if others remind you. The 5 precautions mentioned above are what pregnant women in their thirteenth week of pregnancy need to pay attention to. Maybe you have known about them before, but the people around you may not know it, and you don’t know how to tell them. Then you can write down these knowledge points and tell them these 5 things.