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Pregnancy is the time for you to take care of yourself and relax more. However, if you feel like you have lots more energy to burn or are looking to take up something new, here are some activities you should avoid whilst expecting.

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<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #33cccc;"><em>Heavy training</em></span></h2>
If you have been lifting heavy weights as part of your physical training, avoid doing so when pregnant. Lifting heavy objects adds to the pressure on your pelvis and back, which in turn increases the risk of you developing back and hip aches. Also, it may lead to a prolapse – a condition where the uterus falls into the vagina.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #33cccc;"><em>Tummy support</em></span></h2>
If you start to experience backaches as your belly grows, it may be worth investing in a belly band. Made from stretchy fabric and usually with a Velcro strap to accommodate growing tummies, belly bands wrap under your bump to help support the added weight. This minimises back stress, thus relieving you of backaches.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #33cccc;"><em>High heels</em></span></h2>
If you must, high heels can still be an acceptable part of your ensemble but only until the middle of your second trimester. High heels may not directly harm your baby. Nonetheless, your centre of gravity will shift as you get heavier and with high heels, you’ll have to compromise your balance even more. This increases the chances of you falling, which can harm you and your baby.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="9101" img_size="full" alignment="center" style="vc_box_rounded"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Looking good throughout your pregnancy is important. But remember, the safety of you and your baby are even more crucial.

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