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How are you today?! How's February treating you so far ? Happy Valentineās Day š„°š„°!!!!!!!! I hope you get all the love you deserve š„°ā¤ļø.
The weather has been weird these past few weeks. First it was harmattan that made your eyes salty and now itās the persistent heatwave. But hey, I hope you are protecting yourself and the kids. It will get betterā¦ā¦ hopefully.
So today, I was thinking how little is said about the preparations that needs to be made, the things you need to have at the back of your mind - precautionary measures, before starting a family, whether it was by chance or yāall were trying for a kid, here are 5 things you need to think about before having kids.
5 things New Couples Need to think about before Parenting
Your Health: A lot of women underestimate the quality of their health even before trying to have a baby, as long as you are not sick , you think you are fine. Iām here to inform you that thatās not the case, a lot of lifestyle changes will occur to accommodate this new phase in your body, your limits will be tested mentally and physically just to cater to the baby living inside of you, so while you cannot plan for every little discrepancy, you can make better diet decisions, efficiently train your body to manage stress or if you can, just avoid it altogether, start doing moderate exercise to prepare your body for pregnancy.
Your Habits: Many of the bad habits we engage in not only harms our bodies, but could and will harm a growing child. This is where discipline comes in, no matter how much red wine helps you on your bad days and the smell of a cigarette gives you an heady feeling, you are going to have to put them down. Thatās a RED FLAG in pregnancy.
Folic Acid Supplements: Taking folic acid when pregnant is like giving your baby a strong foundation for its brain and spine. It helps prevent serious issues in their development, ensuring a healthier start in life for both you and your baby.
Background Health Checks: From your genotype, blood group and Rhesus factor to genetic mutations and hereditary diseases , everything needs to be checked even before marriage but a lot of this could predispose you to complications during pregnancy and child birth, so pls look out for yourself and make sure you are getting the proper knowledge and care you need.
Family Medical: Before having children, it's vital to grasp the significance of family medical history. All your aunties experiencing difficulty carrying children to term might not be coincidentalāit could be something rooted in your genetics. This awareness is crucial because it helps identify potential genetic risks or hereditary conditions. Healthcare professionals can then offer appropriate guidance and preventive measures, ensuring a healthier pregnancy and minimizing the likelihood of passing on certain genetic disorders to your child. This is not the time to dismiss beliefs; being on top of your family medical history allows you to be proactive in addressing potential issues.
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