CMV infection during pregnancy and impact on fetal health

 See your doctor regularly, once every two weeks.

Monitor and count the fetal movements. In fact, the pregnant woman should pay attention to the fetal movement starting approximately in the sixth month of pregnancy.

This is to ensure its general safety. It is noteworthy that a pregnant woman in the eighth month of pregnancy is supposed to feel at least 10 movements within two hours, whether these movements include kicking, fluttering, rotating, or other things,

But also noting that the pregnant woman may feel many movements in a much shorter period,

To facilitate monitoring the fetal movement, the pregnant woman is advised to record the time it takes for the fetus to perform ten movements daily. Drink enough water

to maintain physical activity,

This is done by walking, for example, and doing appropriate and beneficial exercises for the pelvic floor muscles. Like doing Kegel exercises

Get enough rest and sleep

 Maintaining oral and dental hygiene

 Suffering from poor oral and dental health may be linked to premature birth

 Education about breastfeeding,

 Learn about postpartum care techniques

Prepare a list of materials and supplies that the pregnant woman needs when going to the hospital to give birth; Such as breastfeeding supplies, sanitary pads, etc.

Nutrition tips for pregnant women in the eighth month

The diet that a pregnant woman follows can affect her psychological and physical health, in addition to its impact on the health and development of the fetus as well. Therefore, the pregnant woman’s diet is an important aspect that deserves great care and attention.

Suitable foods

A pregnant woman's need for calories increases by approximately 300 calories more than the normal rate per day during the eighth month of pregnancy
Foods rich in iron and vitamin B12
Pregnant women should ensure that their diet contains
 foods rich in iron and vitamin B12
To maintain good and healthy levels of these elements in the body

 Foods rich in vitamin B12 include chicken, cow's milk, dairy products, and eggs.

Foods rich in good carbohydrates

  Pregnant women should obtain carbohydrates from healthy and good sources.

  Which include: potatoes, whole grains, corn, brown bread, brown rice, legumes, seeds, nuts, and oats.

Foods rich in omega-3 acids

 Omega-3, which is found in many different foods, plays an important role in improving the mood of pregnant women, but it is noteworthy that the body cannot produce it.

Foods rich in vitamin C

  Vitamin C helps

  Found in many foods, it helps absorb iron and contributes to enhancing the health of teeth, gums, and bones in the fetus.