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Exercise during pregnancy
By ThinkBaby on 16/10/2009 03:03:22
Exercise during pregnancy is important both for a healthy pregnancy and an easier birth, it's great for your mental well-being too
Most people are well aware that during pregnancy you need to rest, and probably sleep, a lot - paticularly at certain stages. Fewer people are aware though, of the multiple benefits there are to taking exercise during pregnancy. Now we
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Exercise at home: useful equipment
By ThinkBaby on 24/11/2005 14:51:05
A couple of small exercise props can help you make more out of your limited post-baby workouts
There are countless exercises that you can do at home without any equipment at all and you can even substitute in some household items, try using tin cans as light weights for example. But there are also a couple of small and inexpensive pieces
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Exercising in early pregnancy
By ThinkBaby on 16/09/2008 01:01:29
You might not look very pregnant yet, but your body is changing - what do you need to know before exercising?
If you already do a lot of exercise, you are not going to want to give it up when you are expecting. Indeed, staying fit will help counter the fatigue and other niggles of pregnancy you might experience, and also maintain body strength for the birth
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Pregnancy Exercise: Walking
By Laura Lee Davies on 21/03/2009 00:42:28
We don't always fancy exercise when we're tired, but getting that pregnancy bump out for a walk will re-energise you!
Pregnancy exercise isn't always the first thing on your mind if you're dealing with morning sickness, fatigue or aches and pains from carrying your growing bump. However, walking is a great exercise even for those women who aren't experienced gym
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Pregnancy Exercise and Pre-eclampsia
By Sarah Lawson on 01/01/2009 01:35:51
A new study makes a link between too much exercise in early pregnancy and the increased risk of developing pre-eclampsia
It is possible to enjoy exercise in pregnancy so long as you are careful about what you are doing and only exercise in moderation. However, a report based on a new study suggests that too much exercise early on in the pregnancy can put a woman at a
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Why pregnancy exercise is good for your baby
By Sarah Lawson on 06/07/2009 01:50:34
If you take the right precautions, regular exercise can be beneficial in pregnancy for you and for your baby
build up stamina and body strength for the exhausting days ahead and the birth itself. As long as you make sure you are taking exercise that's safe in pregnancy then you will feel the benefits without having to diet or overdo running around. How exercise
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Exercise in pregnancy
By ThinkBaby on 28/10/2000 16:56:39
What's safe, what's not and why you should try to keep fit
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
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Pregnancy exercise: Signs you're overdoing it
By Maria Muennich on 02/11/2009 01:51:44
Exercise in pregnancy is fantastic for most mums-to-be, but you do need to stick within your limits and be well aware of when you're working your body too hard
Exercise in pregnancy is great for most mums-to-be, helping to keep you supple, fit and in good shape for the coming birth, and it's good for your baby too. But while your body isn't so fragile during pregnancy that you need to stop exercising
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Stylish maternity exercise clothing for active mums-to-be
By Kyrsty Hazell on 17/01/2011 18:00:00
We've rounded up the most stylish and practical pregnancy exercise gear for you to dress your baby bump in while you stay active
Exercise your baby bump in styleExercise in pregnancy is important for many reasons. And despite your growing bump making you feel restless and tired at times (well, you are growing a baby!) going for a brisk walk or swimming a few lengths
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What are Kegel exercises?
By Laura Lee Davies on 10/06/2008 01:14:33
Keeping your pelvic floor muscles toned is important for birth and afterwards. Plus it has long term benefits.
Pelvic floor muscle exercises are otherwise known as Kegel exercises, so named after the doctor who developed them as a way of improving the performance of the set of muscles between the pelvic bones. Why are Kegel exercises important?The pelvic
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