New Buggy wellbeing walk for families in Horncastle launched
An exciting opportunity for new parents and those expecting a new addition to the family has been launched in Horncastle. The ‘Buggy’ Wellbeing Walk,…
Being active has a host of benefits for pregnant women and new mums, but knowing what is safe to do, and finding time to exercise can be difficult.
Active Mums Lincolnshire is here to support you to get moving safely.
• Helps to control weight gain
• Helps to reduce high blood pressure problems
• Helps to prevent Diabetes of Pregnancy
• Improves fitness
• Improves sleep
• Boosts mood
Keeping fit could also help you in labour, and make it easier to get back in shape following the birth.
If you’re not currently active, start gradually and build up your levels of activity slowly. Walking or gentle exercise classes designed for pregnant women can be a great place to start.
If you aren’t sure about whether an activity is suitable for you, or aren’t sure what you can do, then discuss it with your midwife, doctor or healthcare provider.
Take a look at this video from the Active Pregnancy Foundation, which helps explain the Chief Medical Officer’s guidance for pregnant women.
Benefits of being active for new mums include:
If you aren’t sure about whether an activity is suitable for you, or aren’t sure what you can do, then discuss it with your midwife, doctor or healthcare provider.
Check out this video from the Active Pregnancy Foundation, which helps explain the Chief Medical Officer’s guidance for women after birth.
Following the birth of your child, if you’ve had a straightforward pregnancy you can resume gentle exercise such as walking, pelvic floor exercises and gentle stretches as soon as you feel ready.
After the 6-8 week postnatal check and depending on how you feel, moderate intensity activities can gradually resume over a minimum period of at least 3 months. After this, and in the absence of any issues, more intense activities such as running can resume.
Better Births has a range of information and advice to make sure you are well supported throughout your pregnancy. They have more useful advice on being active pre and post birth.
Activity-based resources packed with advice and top tips to support you on your active journey through pregnancy and beyond.
Find a range of at home exercises for pregnant women and new mums and more exercise inspiration on the This Mum Moves national website.
We’ve got loads of extra articles on ways to be an active mum in Lincolnshire.