How to cope with having a baby at an advanced age
With the development of society and the change of people's ideas, the elderly childbearing has gradually become a trend. However, there are also some risks and challenges associated with elderly childbearing. This article will introduce coping methods for elderly pregnant women from four aspects: medical care, diet conditioning, psychological counseling and prenatal education.
1、 Health care
Older pregnant women should be regularly examined during pregnancy, and regular hospitals should be selected for prenatal examination and delivery. First of all, it is recommended that women should have a comprehensive physical examination, including cardiovascular system and genetic diseases, before deciding to give birth at an advanced age. Secondly, older pregnant women need to pay close attention to weight management and blood sugar control during pregnancy. In addition, drinking, smoking and drug abuse may cause potential harm to the fetus, and these harmful behaviors should be avoided.
In terms of medical care, elderly pregnant women also need to pay attention to nutrition intake. Due to the increase of age, the absorption capacity of pregnant women decreases, so the intake of vitamins and minerals should be increased, and some suitable nutrients can be supplemented when necessary. In addition, adequate folic acid supplementation is of great significance in preventing neural tube defects.
Before delivery, older pregnant women can consider prenatal rehabilitation training, including prenatal yoga and prenatal massage, to increase the chances of postpartum recovery and improve the success rate of childbirth.
2、 Diet conditioning
The diet of elderly pregnant women is particularly important. First of all, pregnant women should take rich protein, vitamins and minerals, especially calcium, iron and folic acid. These nutrients are essential for the development of pregnant women and fetuses. At the same time, it is also necessary to properly increase the intake of fruits and vegetables to supplement vitamins and cellulose.
Second, older pregnant women should avoid consuming too much caffeine and sugar. Caffeine can affect the development of the fetus, which can easily lead to high blood pressure and insomnia in pregnant women. Too much sugar can easily lead to gestational diabetes and increase the risk of fetal development.
Finally, the elderly pregnant women also need to pay attention to the prevention of pregnancy complications in terms of diet. For example, older pregnant women are prone to pregnancy induced hypertension and pregnancy associated diabetes, so it is necessary to control diet, avoid high salt, high fat and high sugar foods, reasonably intake protein and fat, and maintain proper weight and blood sugar.
3、 Psychological counseling
Older childbearing may bring certain psychological pressure and anxiety to pregnant women. Faced with the responsibility for new life, pregnant women may worry about their ability and the health of the fetus. Therefore, older pregnant women should learn to treat their emotions correctly, seek support from family and friends, and avoid the impact of depression and emotional fluctuations on the fetus.
Psychological counseling also includes positive psychological adjustment methods. Pregnant women can carry out some activities suitable for pregnant women, such as walking, listening to music, reading, etc., to ease their emotions. In addition, attending antenatal education courses and establishing contacts with other pregnant women to share experience and emotions is also an effective way of psychological counseling.
Professional psychological consultation is also a kind of auxiliary means. Older pregnant women can seek the help of a psychologist or consultant if necessary to reduce psychological pressure and anxiety.
4、 Prenatal education
Fetal education has an important impact on the intellectual and emotional development of the fetus. Older pregnant women can promote the healthy growth of the fetus through prenatal education. First of all, elderly pregnant women should actively create a relaxed and harmonious family environment to avoid excessive tension and pressure. Secondly, we can listen to music, tell stories and communicate with the fetus, and promote the development of the fetus' hearing and language ability through sound stimulation.
It can also carry out some simple touch and massage to stimulate the development of fetal skin sensation and movement. Proper exercise can also promote the development of the fetus, but it is necessary to avoid strenuous exercise and overwork.
In a word, giving birth to a baby at an advanced age needs to be dealt with from many aspects, such as medical care, diet conditioning, psychological counseling and prenatal education. Following relevant suggestions and guidance can help older pregnant women reduce risks and ensure the healthy development of the fetus.
