Exercise in pregnancy

By ThinkBaby

It's well documented that staying fit during pregnancy helps you deal with many pregnancy discomforts and can promote easier and quicker labours. But when it comes to exercising during pregnancy all forms of exercise are not created equal: here's what you should know.

Exercise during pregnancy
Sports to avoid in pregnancy
Safe pregnancy exercise: changes by trimester

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devshree biswas

Posted: 02/03/07 20:15:53 53

i had misscarrige last year.now again i m trying for a baby.any instruction for me.plz guide me.

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