Pregnant women lying on their stomachs may cause fetal malformations

During pregnancy, it is right to ensure adequate sleep, but many pregnant women like to sleep on their stomachs. This not only affects the healthy growth of the baby, but also has an impact on the mother's body. Therefore, for the healthy growth of the fetus, expectant mothers should "control" their sleep time, and also do regular prenatal checkups.

After pregnancy, in order to create a good environment for the fetus, you must ensure adequate sleep. Pregnant women should sleep more than normal people, at least 8 to 9 hours per night, and at least 1 to 2 hours of sleep at noon every day, but the time should not be too long. In the early stages of pregnancy, the pregnant woman's body does not change much. During this period, the fetus is still developing in the uterus and in the mother's pelvic cavity. Direct external pressure will not be very heavy. There is no need to overemphasize the sleeping posture of the pregnant woman. She can choose a comfortable sleeping position at will, such as supine or side-lying.

During pregnancy, if the mother can sleep soundly, the pituitary gland in the brain will secrete growth hormone during sleep. This is not secreted to help the mother grow, but is secreted for the growth of the fetus. It is an indispensable substance for the growth of the fetus. In addition, this hormone has the effect of helping mothers quickly eliminate physical and mental fatigue. Many mothers often complain about not being able to sleep well before becoming pregnant, but after becoming pregnant it becomes easier to fall asleep because the necessary hormones are released, causing natural changes in the body.

Precautions for pregnant women

1. Do not use drugs or have examinations randomly.

2. Rest as early as possible after returning home to relieve fatigue and ensure a good working condition the next day.

3. Supplement folic acid. It is best to start folic acid supplementation three months before pregnancy. If you have not supplemented it in advance, it is not too late now, start immediately.

4. Engage in appropriate outdoor activities and replenish oxygen, which can not only drive away sleepiness but also improve your mood.

5. Understand pregnancy correctly and adjust your mood. The birth of a new life should start happily.