The Top Ways to Have A Healthy Pregnancy

With Infertility on the rise in today's society, getting pregnant is nothing short of a miracle. Having a healthy and safe pregnancy is always priority number one. Pregnancy can come with morning sickness, nausea, fatigue, and much more that can make any woman not feel their best, and most of the time, you have no control over that. In today's article, I will share the top ways you can have a safe and healthy pregnancy.

**This is not medical advice, and if you are pregnant, please consult your doctor before incorporating any new supplements or changes to your lifestyle.

The Importance of a Healthy Pregnancy

To ensure you have a healthy birth, we must first ensure you have a healthy pregnancy. As a man, I do not know firsthand what it's like to get pregnant, but I do know that the more beneficial, the better for you and the baby. Taking care of oneself during the pregnancy lowers the risk of the baby coming early, getting sick, or having related issues with the baby. Making sure that you are paying attention to how you are feeling is crucial; managing your stress, avoiding harsh chemicals, and trying to eat as healthy as possible will help keep you and the baby healthy throughout the entire pregnancy.

When you are pregnant, the baby is feeding off everything you do, say, think, eat, and every function you do; the baby is getting a dose of all of it. This is why creating a safe and healthy environment for yourself is so crucial.

What to Avoid

The amount of toxins we have in our environment is scary, especially when you are pregnant. The effects these chemicals have could change your children's life. Ensuring you are avoiding or limiting the amount of exposure to these chemicals will ensure the safety of your child's health and well-being.

The things you should avoid while pregnant are the following:

Paint products, BPA or plastic chemicals, household cleaning products, particular air fresheners, smoke, and alcohol. These products contain chemicals that are endocrine disruptors and immunological stimulators, which means they cause an excess amount of stress within the body. When these chemicals enter our bodies, we have a detoxifying mechanism to help eliminate toxins before they harm us. Well, when you are pregnant, that defense mechanism is not yet developed in the baby, and it can cause congenital disabilities, pregnancy problems, and future chronic illnesses.

I recommend finding healthy and all-natural products to use while pregnant and creating a safe and healthy environment around you to avoid these toxic chemicals.

Managing Stress

Stress has benefits and consequences when in excess, but when you are pregnant, the pressure you want to feel is very little. This is because the less stress you feel, the healthier you will be during pregnancy, and the more beneficial the baby's mental health will be when they are born. How does that work? We all have a voice that can be negative and positive at times, but when we are stressed, it is more harmful, which can lead to negative thinking patterns, which have been associated with depressive symptoms in the parent and child. As the saying goes, what you think you will become, the more you can think with love and positivity, the healthier mental health you and the baby will have.

How can you build a healthier mindset if you are in a state of stress while pregnant? Start and end your day with deep breathing and loving affirmations with the child. Set the mood by sitting somewhere quiet with your partner or by yourself; while sitting there, rub your belly or touch it and speak to your child like it is in the room and speak to it with love and kindness and speak to yourself with love and compassion. Focusing on your breath allows you to manifest healthy thoughts and create a strong bond with your baby. I recommend having loving affirmations around your home that you can read to yourself throughout the day to say those things to yourself as much as you can. Meditating throughout the day is a great way to manage your stress and set aside time for yourself, like going for walks, journaling, spending time with loved ones, and anything else that makes you feel good.

Essential oils

During pregnancy, there are many things women cannot stand when it comes to smells, but through aromatherapy, there are many essential oils that can be very calming and healthy for your pregnancy. Much research has shown that these oils can benefit morning sickness, mood stability, and good sleep. Some of the best oils on the planet are linked here. Listed below are a list of the best oils to use for pregnancy:

● Cardamom oil (Morning sickness)

● Frankincense (Sleep and stress management)

● Germanium (Mood)

● Roman Chamomile (sleep)

● Ginger (morning sickness)

● Lavender (Mood)

● Lemon (Mood)

● Neroli (sleep, mood)

● Patchouli (Mood)

● Petitgrain (sleep)

● Rose & rosewood (Relaxing)

● Sandalwood (Mood)

● Wild orange (Mood)

Essential oils are excellent for keeping your home smelling nice and keeping your mind and body in harmony, especially during pregnancy.

Eating Nutrient Dense Foods for Pregnancy

Women's diet while pregnant is hard to manage because of their cravings, and the smell of food affects their diet so much. Understanding what foods can be great for pregnancy is crucial for avoiding pregnancy issues.

High-Quality Meats: The best meats on the market are pasture-raised, grass-fed, grass-finished meats, and wild-caught fish because these meats are not contaminated by food that is not meant to be in their diet, they get plenty of exercise, and they are in a healthy environment overall making the meat healthier for human consumption. It is not about how much meat you eat; it's about where the heart comes from and how it is raised. These meats contain high amounts of amino acids, which are great for the baby and mother. They contain B vitamins, iron, thiamine, choline, creatine, and much more crucial for recovery and pregnancy progression. I recommend 3-4 oz per meal.

Antioxidants: Antioxidants, like fruits and root vegetables, contain the most crucial nutrients for pregnancy. Eating an assortment of fruits or the ones that you can stand to eat at the moment would be the best. We want antioxidants in our diets because of their effect on keeping the blood clean and our body full of energy. Ensuring you are getting enough in your diet is crucial for nutrient absorption for you and the baby. These foods also contain the essential amounts of carbohydrate you need to stay satisfied, and it trains the baby to have a healthy diet before it comes into the world. Feeding it nutrients strengthens the baby's immune system, bone structure, and much more. Root vegetables like pumpkin, sweet potatoes, butternut squash, and ginger are great to eat weekly or monthly.

Fatty acids: Fat is one of the most essential nutrients for the baby's development, especially their brain, which is 60% fat. It is also your primary source and the baby's leading energy source. So, getting in the right kind of fat is also essential for longevity. Therefore, I recommend fatty fish like salmon, avocados, coconut, avocado, organic extra virgin olive oil, Grass-fed butter, and ghee.

Minerals: Staying hydrated is another essential part of having a healthy pregnancy, so drinking electrolytes, taking magnesium, or drinking mineral water is something you should be consuming all the time, not being pregnant, but especially when you are pregnant. I recommend drinking San Pellegrino or any glass bottle of mineral water. Then, supplementing with electrolytes and minerals is essential to get the right amount. Minerals are responsible for keeping you and the baby hydrated properly. It is vital to developing their skin's digestive tract and protecting the heart and lungs.

Best Supplements for Pregnancy: Here are some of the best supplements for you to take during pregnancy:

Omega three fish oil (Heart and brain development)

Vitamin B6 (Nausea)

Folate (Development of cells and reduce risk of congenital disabilities)

Beef organs (eat moderately, essential in fetal development, and a great source of iron and vitamin A.)

Amino acids (protein and amino acids are the building blocks of muscle and tissue development and Also essential for gut health and brain health)

Vitamin D (Important for bone development)

Calcium (Bone development)

Red raspberry leaf tea (Strengthens the uterus)

The Takeaway

Pregnancy is a blessing in many ways and brings so many beautiful things. Ensuring it is the best experience for you reduces the risk of the problems many people deal with during pregnancy. My biggest recommendation for people and pregnancy is to be as present as possible throughout the process because it goes by much quicker than you think. Managing your stress and focusing on the happiness the baby will bring you can help with the anxiety.