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.
