Pre and Post Partum Exercise
Invest in your health and the health of your baby.
Research has proven that exercise elevates mood, improves circulation, decreases blood pressure and enhances immune function. It has also been shown that exercise decreases the incidence of gestational diabetes and pre-eclampsia.
The fetus is positively impacted by exercise as well. Children of exercising mothers have less risk of developing cardiovascular and metabolic disease. At age 5, children of exercising mothers have better speech and higher intellifence than children to mothers who did not.
The nervous system of a baby born to an exercising mother adapts better to the environment. The baby sleeps better, has less colic and may speak earlier.
Other benefits include:
- Increased energy levels
- Reduced pregnancy discomfort
- Fewer delivery complications
- Decreased labor time
- Speddier recovery time
- Improved circulation
- Better balance and coordination
- Less weight gain
- Substantial health benefits for the baby
Research supports exercise before, during and after pregnancy. There are guidelines to follow during each state and you should always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.
Post Partum Exercise
After having a baby you are experiencing so many changes including the ones your body goes through. It is important to resume exercise as soon as you are able. There is a specific method to resuming exercise safely after giving birth. This is also a time to build some relaxation and recovery into your busy schedule.
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