The mistakes that a woman should avoid in her First Trimester

Source: Times of India 

Pregnancy is a life-changing journey for a woman. And pregnancy trimester one is the stepping stone of the pregnancy journey. As whatever you eat has a direct impact on your baby. 

Here are the common mistakes that women should avoid at the initial state of pregnancy:  

1.    Leave smoking- It leads to miscarriage, infant death, birth defects, and premature birth as well. So, if you smoke, then you have to stop it. 
2.    Leave the Alcohol habits- Drinking alcohol during the first three months can lead to the development problem at all stages. 
3.    Say no to raw meat- Eating raw meat can result in miscarriage and birth defects. 
4.    Avoid taking a sauna- Sauna results in increased body temperature that further results in dehydration and fainting. 
5.    Avoid caffeine- Drinking too much coffee is not good for the baby, especially in the early stages of pregnancy. 
6.    Say no to rigorous exercise- Doing heavy physical exercises can lead to miscarriage. 
7.    Never self-medicate- Avoid taking any medicine that is risky for both mother and baby. 

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