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Another myth is that, people
can determine the gender of a child through the shape and
height of a woman's stomach. The famous belief states
that, women who carries a boy has a low belly. While women
who will give birth to a girl, has a high stomach. But
this is a total misconception. Because the shape and
height of a woman's stomach is determined by uterine tone,
muscle tone and the baby's position. In order to know the
real gender of a baby, getting an ultrasound is very much
recommended.
It is also erroneous to say
that there is an association between the shape of a
woman's face and the gender of a baby. Pregnant women gain
weight differently during pregnancy and their skin
changes. People cannot tell that if a woman has a rosy
cheek, is an indication that she will give birth to a baby
girl.
Others also believe that
taking a bath is unsafe and unhygienic. In contrast to
this popular myth, there is no clear evidence which shows
that tap water which enters the vagina can contaminate the
pregnant woman. Actually, hygiene is very much needed
during pregnancy.
Some women are afraid that if
they put their arms around their head, the umbilical cord
will muffle the baby. But there is no definite connection
about this. Because according to a study conducted, 25
percent of all babies are born with their cords around
their necks. Another myth that they believe is that, women
lose a tooth for every birth that they have. But with the
availability of supplements and vitamins nowadays,
pregnant women will be ensure of preserving their maternal
health. If a woman has a vitamin deficiency in her diet,
calcium may be lost from the her teeth and bones. That is
why pregnant women are advised to take at least 1500 mg of
calcium everyday, either from food sources or supplement.
Teeth will really fall if calcium is deficient or
depleted.
During pregnancy, other women
don't begin any exercise that they are not already doing
prior to pregnancy. This one has some basis. Because this
will add protection to the newly pregnant woman from
injury. In starting a pregnancy exercise, it is really
important to seek the advice of a healthcare provider. It
is advisable for pregnant women to join in a prenatal
exercise or much better a yoga class not only to be
physically fit but also to build a support group and even
future social network. It is advised that pregnant women
should take a walk for 30 to 40 minutes everyday plus a
light exercise session after any physical activity.
With the modern technology
and medicine being developed today, pregnant women should
not anymore rely on these myths because there is no really
clear evidence that these are true. What is best is that
you must have a regular check-up with your doctor and ask
for further questions if ever you want to clarify
something. Because definitely they know best.
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