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 The ninth month of pregnancy is the month in which the pregnant woman prepares to face the hardships of childbirth and for the fetus to descend safely. Therefore, this month requires balance and diversification in the mother’s meals that meet the fetus’s nutritional needs. Due to its large size and increase during the remaining weeks... until the end of the ninth month... and preparation for birth. The report provides a set of tips and guidelines for pregnant women. Meeting with Dr. Mahmoud Abdel Razek, Obstetrics and Gynecology Consultant, for explanation and clarification.

Duties that a pregnant woman must perform in the ninth month

The prenatal period, and the ninth month in particular, is one of the important periods in the life of the mother and the fetus, and it has a major impact on the health and weight of the fetus.

It is the pregnant woman's duty to relax and take care of her psychological state, while committing to visit the doctor according to the specified appointments... once every week in the ninth month.

The visit allows you to know the weight of the fetus at birth, and it is also preferable to attend prenatal classes or courses with the husband... in order to obtain all the information about preparing for childbirth, signs of labor, and methods of caring for the child.

Eat an appropriate amount of meat, beans, dried fruits, and leafy vegetables, as they are rich in iron. Nutrition in general plays an essential role in maintaining the health of the mother and fetus, and the importance of vitamins and minerals increases in this month.

Avoid consuming tea, coffee, pepper, onions, and spices in foods, as well as foods containing saturated fats and fast food in general.

Do not take sedative medications without medical advice, and do any type of exercise in open spaces, to improve blood circulation and nourish the fetus.

Avoid staying up late, which may cause fatigue. It is recommended to sleep for 9 hours a day throughout pregnancy while avoiding carrying heavy objects or making violent movements.

Avoid wearing tight clothes, compressive belts, and high heels, as they cause fatigue and shortness of breath, which may negatively affect the pregnant woman.

You must pass the ninth month safely

Drinking adequate fluids is important for the pregnant mother, and it is preferable to focus on fresh, unsweetened juices and beneficial herbs. Such as ginger and chamomile.

Pregnant women should abstain from eating fatty, salty, and processed foods, sweetened foods and soft and sugary drinks.

Reduce caffeine drinks and stay away from smoking places. To pass the ninth month of pregnancy safely.

Daily walking without stress is important to facilitate the birth process, improve the mother’s fitness, stimulate the body, and stimulate blood circulation.

Try to avoid any things that cause stress and create some kind of psychological pressure, and practicing breathing exercises and meditation helps to overcome this.

Bathing with warm water and doing massage sessions; It relieves pregnancy pain and prepares the body for childbirth.

It is possible to practice some exercises that help with childbirth, and it is preferable to consult a doctor before performing them, such as Kegel exercises, kneeling, and squatting.

In the end, it is very important to recognize the signs of fetal miscarriage, prepare a birth bag, and communicate continuously with the attending physician.