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When you initially find out you are pregnant, it can be quite daunting for a first time mom. When it is your first pregnancy, there will certainly be many questions that you will want to have answered. Examples are when is the right time to see the doctor for the first time, when is a good time to spread the good news to everyone, and what changes will your body go through. This article discusses pregnancy and the things you should know about it.

teen pregnancy Sunscreen is important during pregnancy. Tanning beds should also be avoided. The hormones that occur because of your pregnancy will make it easier to get sun damage. The key is to remember to use a sunscreen that is free from harmful chemicals that could affect the baby.

Taking a prenatal vitamin when you are trying to get pregnant is a good idea, to make sure you are getting all of the vitamins and nutrients that you need. The first trimester is when your baby is developing their neural system which includes their spinal cord and brain. If you wish to have a healthy baby, start taking prenatal vitamins even before you become pregnant. These supplements should include calcium, iron, and folic acid.

During one of your first meetings with your OB/GYN, you will be prescribed a prenatal vitamin. Take this supplement regularly. These will help supplement some vitamins you might not get enough of in your diet and will help the baby grow strong and healthy in the womb.

To stave off constipation during pregnancy, consume high-fiber foods like whole wheat bread, veggies and fruits. Constipation is due in large part to hormonal changes. Not only is constipation uncomfortable; it may also lead to other gastrointestinal afflictions.

If you think there is a chance that you may be pregnant, take a pregnancy test or go to your doctor right away. Often, women wait way too long to find out they are in fact pregnant, and that causes complications in pregnancy sometimes. It can also stop you from getting adequate care.

If your feet become swollen during your pregnancy, be sure to tell your physician. Swollen feet are common in pregnancy, but they can also indicate elevated blood pressure and a dangerous condition called preeclampsia. For a healthy birth, this condition must be prevented or detected as soon as possible.

When you are pregnant, keep your hands out of the cat litter box. Cat litter shouldn't be handled because of the risk of toxoplasmosis. If you contract the taxoplasmosis infection, you risk anything from birth defects to miscarriage and even a stillborn child.

Act like you are pregnant before you conceive. Quit smoking and drinking, eat healthier, start exercising, and make sure you are getting the proper vitamins and nutrients. It will take a while to get pregnant, so practice these life changes.

Changes made in advance can make weight loss after birth a lot easier. It may take awhile for you to get used to your new way of life, but one good thing is that you were already making a big life change with your new baby. Remember that you gained the weight over nine months, so don't get discouraged if you cannot lose it in a week.