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The second trimester of pregnancy


The second trimester of pregnancy



During the second trimester of pregnancy, the symptoms you may have during the first trimester begin to improve. Many women report that nausea and fatigue begin to decrease and they view the second trimester as the easiest and most enjoyable part of their pregnancy.
The following changes and symptoms may appear:
• The uterus is expanding
• begins to show a bigger belly
• Dizziness or lightheadedness due to low blood pressure
• hear the baby's movements
• Body pain
• increased appetite
• Stretch marks on your abdomen, breasts, thighs or pants
• Changes in the skin, such as darkening of the skin around your nipples, or dark skin patches
• Bites
• swelling of the ankles or hands

Call your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms:


• Nausea
• vomiting
• jaundice (yellow of the eyes)
• Excessive swelling
• Fast weight

A fetus during the second period:


The baby's organs grow fully during the second period. The baby can also start to feel and swallow. Thick hair is noticeable. Later in the second trimester, the baby will begin to wander. It improves sleep cycles and wakes when a pregnant woman begins to notice.
According to the American Pregnancy Association, by the end of the second quarter the baby will be about 14 inches tall and weigh over two pounds.

What is expected of a doctor?


Women should see a doctor about every two to four weeks during their second pregnancy. Physical examination during the visit may include:
• measure your blood pressure
• Check your weight
• Ultrasound
• Diabetes screening with blood tests
• Reproductive feature and other genetic testing
• Amniocentesis
During the second trimester, the doctor may use an ultrasound test to determine if your baby is a boy or girl. Deciding whether or not you want to know the baby's sex before the baby is born is your own choice.
It is important to know what to do and what to avoid as your pregnancy progresses. This will help you to take care of yourself and your growing baby.

What to do


• Continue to take pregnant vitamins.
• Exercise regularly.
• Use your pelvic floor for doing Kegel exercises.
• Eat foods high in fruits, vegetables, a small protein, and fiber.
Drink plenty of water.
• Eat enough calories (about 300 calories above normal).
• Keep your teeth and gums healthy. Poor dental hygiene is linked to premature labor.

What to avoid


• Vigorous exercise or intense training that can cause injury to your abdomen
• Alcohol
• Caffeine
• Smoking
• Illegal drugs
• Unripe fish or smoked seafood
• Shark, word fish, mackerel, or white snapper (with high levels of mercury)
• Green shoots
• Cat litter, which can carry the virus that causes toxoplasmosis
• Unsaturated milk or other dairy products
• pulling for edible or hot dogs
• The following prescription drugs: isotretinoin (Accutane) for acne, acitretin (Soriatane) for psoriasis, thalidomide (Thalamic), and high blood pressure ACE inhibitors
Ask your doctor if there are any concerns about your prescription or herbs.

The second period of birth preparation



Although there are only a few weeks left in the pregnancy, you may want to plan early delivery to help make the third trimester less stressful. Here are some things you can do now to prepare for birth:
• Take parenting education classes offered in your area.
• Look for breastfeeding classes, infant CPR, first aid, and parenting.
• Educate yourself about online research.
• Watch YouTube birth videos that are natural and scary.
• Check the hospital or maternity center where you will give birth.
• Make a nursery or space in the home or apartment of a newborn baby.

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