5th Month of Pregnancy

You have successfully completed the first four months of pregnancy and yes it is indeed a blissful feeling. Now in the coming months you will feel more attached to your baby and you will soon feel the kicks of your football player. Here are some things you can expect at your fifth month pregnancy.

1.   Center of the body

The baby is growing inside your uterus and thus the center of your body changes. Due to this you might find it difficult to walk with weights and on slope. Yes, you need to avoid carrying weights from now on if you have already not done that. If there is really a need and you have no support then you can use biceps pressure to carry them.

2.   Varicose Veins

As your body has another life in it you might experience varicose veins. This can cause swelling to your toes. This is normal and soon you might have to invest in new pair of footwear. However, in order to reduce the same you can stretch your legs while in the sitting posture and ensure you make leg movement when you are at work. Sufficient blood circulation in those areas would help you to get rid of varicose veins.

3.   Maintain good posture

With a baby inside the tummy there would be slight change in your body posture. However, to maintain a proper posture; you need to always have your shoulders back and chest forward position.’ Do not lean and walk; that will only spoil your body posture and cause pain in your back. At such time do not forget to check out some online videos for exercise for pregnant women.

4.   Regular exercise schedule

Regular walks, exercise and yoga should be a part of your daily routine. It is time you also need to work on strengthening your back and thigh muscles. You can start with camel hump, tailor sit and of course pelvic floor as well to make your pelvic muscles strong. It is advisable to consult your mid-wife in case you are having any difficulty during pregnancy exercises.

5.   Ultrasound and blood tests

You can expect an ultra sound and some blood tests in this month. During your ultrasound you would be seeing the tiny toes and fingers of your little champ. Don’t be scared; the blood tests are also done to avoid any possibilities of disabilities.If you want to know the sex of your baby then this can be the right time for you to know (ensure your country law allows that).

Lastly, start making your baby shopping list so that you have enough time for making purchases and take complete advantage of various discounts and offers. Also, while making your list; keep in mind the seasons and age of your baby.