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Although it is not as common as after birth, hair loss in pregnancy is prevalent. Many of the prevention and treatment methods that can be applied to hair loss following pregnancy can be used during pregnancy as well. There are just a couple of precautionary measures you will need to take during pregnancy.

When hair loss is occurring after you have given birth, it is almost expected as almost 50% of pregnant women begin to lose hair. During pregnancy hair loss is not quite as common, which is why precautionary measures should be taken. It is vital that you do seek advice from your physician to make sure everything is alright with you and the baby.

Aside from the precautionary measures that should be taken, many of the prevention methods are similar to those you would take following giving birth. If you are experiencing hair loss in pregnancy, it may be a sign that you are not getting enough vitamins and minerals. It is important that you supply your body and the baby’s body with vitamins while you are carrying the baby.

Some of the most crucial vitamins include Vitamin B, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Including a high amount of fruits and vegetables will supply you with many of these vitamins and minerals needed to maintain your health and prevent hair loss. You should also be taking a daily vitamin of some sort every morning.

While you do not always have complete control over hair loss and your body during pregnancy, taking care of your hair can help reduce the chances of you losing hair. Certain hairstyles should not be worn during pregnancy because of the stress it puts on your hair. Some of these hairstyles include braids, cornrows, and pigtails. You should also try to avoid getting perms and getting your hair colored.

The kinds of shampoos and conditioners used during pregnancy can also affect whether or not you lose hair and how much you lose. There are specific brands that are better than others, which you should ask a physician about. But it is recommended that you use shampoos and conditioners that contain biotin and silica.

While it is not near as common to see hair loss in pregnancy as it is after, it still occurs quite often. The first step is to take precautionary measures and seek medical advice. From there, supplying your body with vitamins and taking care of your hair can help you prevent hair loss in pregnancy.

Exercising during Pregnancy & Post-birth

Everyone knows how passionate I am about keeping fit and today I want to talk about a topic very dear to my heart – the benefits of exercising during and after pregnancy. There is much supported evidence confirming that exercise is beneficial to the pregnant woman and her unborn child. The benefits of a participating in a prenatal exercise regime includes – improved aerobic capacity, muscular strength, maintaining a healthy pregnancy weight, increased energy levels, and faster recovery from labour.

It is well documented that during pregnancy women can participate in regular, mild to moderate levels of exercise.  It is advisable that you discuss your own personal situation with your treating health practitioner before commencing any type of exercise program. When I was pregnant with my twin boys, I was advised my by obstetrician against participating in moderate intensity exercise due to being classed as a ‘high risk’ pregnancy. I was however able to continue walking and swimming on a regular basis. Mind you by my 3rd trimester I was finding walking difficult and preferred swimming, as it took the load off my body.

With my 2nd pregnancy I had a singleton and of course I could participate in any type of exercise I liked, but within normal considerations (i.e. avoid high impact, lying on back, swimming in ‘hot’ indoor pools etc). I chose to participate in Pilates as during my first pregnancy I experienced a lot of sacroiliac joint and back pain. I also found this a great relaxing exercise class that also assisted in improving my pelvic floor muscles, which seem to get quite weak after birth.

There are many types of exercise that women can participate in during pregnancy and after giving birth.  These include aerobic exercise, such as walking, cycling and swimming.  Many women also choose low-level exercise classes like yoga and Pilates, which focus on breathing and strengthening the pelvic region. If you are interested in keeping well ‘toned’ during pregnancy and want to regain your pre-pregnancy body shape after birth, resistance exercise is another type of exercise you can try. It is recommended that you have a qualified professional, like an Exercise Physiologist prescribe your program to ensure it is tailored to your individual needs and special considerations made for pregnancy or post-birth.

There are also a few things you need to be aware of when exercising during pregnancy;

drink plenty of fluids while exercising, don’t overheat your body, keep you heart rate below 140bpm (to avoid overheating or causing cardiac distress to the foetus), avoid contact sports and exercises that cause jarring to the joints and body (e.g. jogging), if you have any bleeding or pain whilst exercising, stop immediately and seek medical attention.

If you are interested in regaining your pre-pregnancy body shape and weight after having your baby, I suggest you wait until you have had your 6 week obstetrics review and discuss your intentions with your treating health practitioner before starting any exercise regime. If you are looking to start exercising whilst pregnant, I would suggest waiting until you are at least 14 weeks gestation, obtain medical consent and start slowly.

If you want to ensure you get correct information and an exercise program designed specifically for you, then I suggest you speak with an Accredited Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist. To find out more about exercise classes specifically designed for pregnancy and post natal I suggest you visit our website (http://www.merendi.com.au/fitness-classes) and look at the variety of classes we offer.

Article by Merendi Leverett-Bowler

Accredited Exercise Physiologist

GradDipHSc(ExRehab), BHMSc, AEP, MAAESS

Part one of two. (AF came while videos were uploading :-/) Sorry for the sound and video quality. Will have my Canon back on Feb. 3rd!! This my 4th cycle of Trying To Conceive. This is my 7th week of vloging. Feel free to check out the links I provided. The details: Cycle 4 Cycle Day 1 Ovulation: Not Yet stores.ebay.com www.fertilityfriend.com www.early-pregnancy-tests.com As of right now, bubba we’re trying for has been dubbed, “Little Lady” thanks to daddy. I will try to film once a week during TTC and at LEAST once a week during Pregnancy. I welcome any questions, but keep the hating to a minimum if you could. Comment/Rate/Subscribe Quid pro quo! ^_^