Pregnancy: naturopathy helps you

The woman's body is "built" to procreate: the monthly cycle is the most concrete example, but in reality the whole female body is organized to welcome new life, from the pads of fat on the thighs that serve as an energy reserve for the pregnancy, to the breasts, to the disposition of the internal organs.

Naturopathy educates and accompanies the journey towards wellness through a natural lifestyle. In order to face this moment of our life in the right way, let's listen to the voice of naturopathy on pregnancy.

Naturopathy in pregnancy: general advice

Naturopathy, in pregnancy and in any other situation, is not wanted nor should it be substituted for the doctor, but he can collaborate with the "official" medicine to advise on how to best enjoy the magic of these nine months. In pregnancy, every medicine and herbal remedy (herbs, essential oils) must be taken under the supervision and approval of the doctor .

Naturopathy's suggestions on lifestyle and proper nutrition should be applied from the decision of conception, to allow the fetus to develop into an already healthy and strong body. Let's look at some general advice on nutrition during pregnancy :

every day about 300 extra calories are needed, without ever falling below 1600, especially in the last quarter
be careful not to exceed with food: at the end of pregnancy the total weight increase must be between 9 and 12 kg
unless otherwise specified by the doctor, there are no particular dietary restrictions, except to avoid large meals, fried foods and dips. Remember to chew for a long time and eat in a relaxed environment
make 5 meals a day, including 3 main and 2 snacks, with these rhythms: abundant breakfast, sustained meal and very light dinner never after 9 pm
preferred foods: fresh organic foods, seasonal fruits and vegetables, no preserved and pre-cooked food, white fish meat, vegetable protein, oilseeds, extra virgin olive oil, whole grains
eliminate : coffee, alcohol, smoke, refined sugars, excess of salt.

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Naturopathy in pregnancy: practical suggestions

Relaxation activities are recommended, which make the body more aware of the possibilities of contraction and relaxation of our muscles, useful at the time of delivery .

Depending on personal inclinations and preferences, motor techniques and disciplines can be chosen between swimming, massages, breathing techniques, yoga, bioenergetics, Tai-Chi, or belly dancing. Singing can also be useful to relax and allow the child to hear the voice and sound vibrations of the mother.

A very simple and affordable exercise for everyone:

sitting comfortably or lying down, in darkness and silence, or with a gentle music, we begin with a series of deep and relaxed breaths . Let's focus on every part of the body by relaxing the parts we feel in tension, trying to perceive the cold air that enters and the warm air that comes out of our nostrils. If we wish, from this state of relaxation, we can visualize the child and talk to him, as we like best.

A quarter of an hour a day of this "meditated relaxation" makes the pressure normalize, the oxygenation of the body, increase the production of endorphins, the well-being hormones and natural "painkillers".