What to pay attention to when giving birth to a baby at an advanced age
More and more women choose to postpone childbearing. Because of career development, marriage stability and other reasons, the proportion of elderly mothers is gradually increasing. However, it is necessary to pay special attention to some problems in order to protect the health of mothers and babies. This article will give a detailed description from the aspects of physical health, health care during pregnancy, prenatal examination and hospital selection.
good health
The physical condition of the elderly mothers is often not as good as that of the young ones. Therefore, it is very important to prepare for physical health in advance. First of all, pregnant women should maintain good living habits, quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption, and keep adequate sleep. Secondly, we should strengthen our physique through moderate exercise, but we should pay attention not to overwork. Finally, a reasonable diet is also important for the preparation of the body. Taking balanced nutrition can increase the probability of successful pregnancy.
In addition, pregnant women should avoid or treat chronic diseases in time, such as hypertension, diabetes, etc. If these diseases are not effectively controlled, they will bring risks to the health of the fetus and pregnant women. Therefore, before birth planning for the elderly, the puerpera should have a comprehensive physical examination to ensure that their physical conditions meet the requirements of childbirth.
In addition, it is also recommended that the elderly pregnant women should carry out some auxiliary examinations before preparing for pregnancy, such as cytogenetic examination, blood examination, etc., as well as rapid screening of the causes of infertility. These examinations can help the pregnant women better understand and assess their own reproductive risks.
Health care during pregnancy
After pregnancy, elderly mothers need to pay more attention to pregnancy health care. Maternity should follow the doctor's advice for pregnancy examination and actively cooperate with the treatment. In addition, pregnant women should also try to avoid contacting harmful substances, such as chemicals, radiation, etc., to reduce the potential harm to the fetus. In addition, pregnant women should ensure adequate sleep and rest to avoid excessive fatigue.
Older women also need to pay more attention to the balance of diet. In addition to the normal nutritional requirements of pregnant women, elderly pregnant women also need to add some specific nutrients, such as folic acid, calcium, vitamin D, etc. These nutrients contribute to the normal development of the fetus and the health of the mother.
Finally, mental health during pregnancy is also an important issue for older women. Pregnancy itself is a special psychological process, and for older women, they may face more anxiety and pressure. Maternity can ease the pressure and anxiety during pregnancy by sharing feelings with relatives and friends and participating in prenatal psychological counseling.
Antenatal examination
Older mothers need more stringent prenatal examination to ensure the health and safety of mothers and babies. Prenatal examination mainly includes ultrasonic examination, Down's screening, B ultrasound and amniocentesis. The puerpera should carry out the corresponding examination according to the doctor's suggestions, and make reasonable decisions according to the examination results.
In addition, the prenatal examination also includes the monitoring of the maternal's own physical indicators, such as blood pressure, blood sugar, etc. The monitoring of these indicators will help to find and deal with problems in a timely manner and ensure the health of mothers and infants.
The purpose of prenatal examination is to find possible risks as soon as possible and take corresponding measures in time to ensure the safety of mother and baby.
Hospital selection
Choosing a formal and reliable hospital is a problem that can not be ignored by elderly mothers. First of all, mothers can consider choosing an experienced large hospital, because these hospitals have rich experience and advanced equipment in dealing with the problem of elderly childbirth.
Secondly, mothers can assess the quality and service level of the hospital by inquiring the reputation of the hospital and the reputation of experts. You can also consult friends who have had children or refer to online community experience sharing.
Finally, the geographical location and transportation convenience of the hospital should also be considered. Choosing a hospital near your home will help you get more timely help in emergencies.
To sum up, the problems that need to be paid attention to when giving birth to a baby at an advanced age include physical health, health care during pregnancy, prenatal examination and hospital selection. By keeping good living habits, carrying out prenatal examinations regularly and choosing a suitable hospital, the elderly mothers can reduce risks and ensure the safety and health of themselves and their babies.
