Tips to maintain posture during pregnancy!!

Posture during pregnancy

During pregnancy, there is increase in relaxin hormone in the Mother's body. As the name suggests, it relaxes the joints and ligaments.
                They are under a great deal of pressure, and eventually weaken the muscles. Thus strengthening of muscles & maintaining a proper posture during pregnancy
becomes of utmost importance.
               The change in your center of gravity due to the increased size of the uterus or womb can affect your posture, and if for e.g. you are not careful when lifting objects or carrying heavy bags you have increased your chances for back pain.

Check out the uploaded picture & get aware of your posture and improve your posture by following this advice .

Poor posture:

•Chin Tucked out.
•Your shoulders are hunched up and tense.
•Your shoulders are rounded forward.
•You don't hold your chest up.
•Your back arches due to the weight of your belly.
•You have tension stored in the knees while standing or walking.
•You walk with a slouch.
•You sit with your legs crossed.

Good posture:
•Your head and spinal column are well-aligned.
•You hold your chest & thorax up while walking.
•Your shoulders are loose and relaxed, not hunched and tense.
•Drop your shoulders and push them back, don’t slouch.
•Try to keep your back as straight as you comfortably can.
•Hold in your gluteal muscles (buttocks).

•Bend your knees slightly.

•Separate your feet a little

Thanks for reading & warm regards,
Dr.Rhutuja A. Kudalkar
Consulting Physiotherapist
Certified in Pre & Post Natal Exercises.

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Thanks & take care,
Happy Reading!!
Dr. Rhutuja A. Kudalkar (B.P.Th.)
Consulting Physiotherapist
Certified in Pre & Post Natal Exercises.

Tips on Posture Care soon!!

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1. 1 hour Class 3 times a week.
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4. Dietician consultation will also be provided.

ACCOMODATIONS:

1. Safe & Comfortable Environment
2. Changing Room
3. Exercise Mats
4. Soothing Music.

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3. Women Planning for Pregnancy.

WHAT TO CARRY?

1. 'CONSENT' from Your Doctor/ Gynaecologist is a must!!

WHEN SHOULD I BEGIN & STOP EXERCISES?

1. You can begin you exercise as soon as your doctor gives you the O.K.!! Often, that can me be as soon as you discover you are pregnant.
2. One can return to class 4 to 6 weeks after vaginal delivery & six weeks after a Casarean Birth.
3. Again, Please obtain permission from you doctor.

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Thanx & Regards,

Dr.Rhutuja A. Kudalkar,

Consulting Physiotherapist.

Certified in Pre & Post Natal Exercises.