Many people have many question related to pregnancy. As a Doctor I (Dr.Sankar DasMahapatra - Gynaecologist and Obstetrician - Kolkata) face different and common questions everyday. So I have decided to put these common question with answers and explanations in a slideshow. These slideshow contains explanations related to pregnancy diet, exercise during pregnancy, what you should avoid and what to intake while you are pregnant. My slideshow also contains tips during pregnancy. I hope that you will find these tips really helpful. Don't forget to visit my website which is gynaecologistkolkata(dot)org. And Enjoy the show.

1. Common Q & A during
Pregnancy
from Dr.Sankar DasMahapatra
Gynaecologist and Obstetrician

2. Introduction
Hello Everyone!
I’m Dr.Sankar DasMahapatra.
Gynaecologist and Obstetrician.
I’ll be giving 10 healthy tips for pregnancy along with
explanations.
Hope you’ll find this useful.

3. Eat Balanced Diet
What is a balanced diet?
Balanced diet is the exact amount of food that gives
Your body nutrition so that your body works properly.
Examples
● Milk, Cheese, Butter
● Cereals, Grains, Nuts
● Vegetables & Fruits
● Meat, Fish, Egg
● Drink Fluids mainly water
You have to take balanced diet 5 times

4. Intake Fluids
Intake Fluids why?
While you are pregnant your fetus needs fluids to deliver
Nutrients, building new cells. Extra fluids lower risk of UTI or
Urinary track infections. Help body in cleaning toxins.
How much Fluids to intake?
Drink Plenty of water. At least 8 glasses of water daily.
Also take milk, soups, tea as per your daily routine.

5. Avoid Alcohol
Can I take alcohol during pregnancy?
No! You have to avoid alcohol if you are pregnant or trying to
Be pregnant.
Why you shouldn’t take alcohol during pregnancy?
Alcohol travel through your bloodstream and directly reaches
to your baby through placenta. It increases the risk of
miscarriage, premature labour, Still birth, poor growth
(inside womb and after birth), can damage nervous system of
your baby.

6. Avoid Smoking
Can I smoke while I’m Pregnant?
No! You cannot even smoke while you are pregnant.
Why smoking is harmful during pregnancy?
Smoking is one of biggest cause of pregnancy disorder.
Cigarette contains two harmful elements nicotine and carbon
monoxide. These components travel to your bloodstream and
shorten the supply of oxygen for your baby. Resulting
problems like high risk pregnancy, premature labour, under
weight baby etc.

7. Exercise
Can I exercise during pregnancy?
Yes, you can exercise while you are pregnant. Exercise
during pregnancy will make you feel better. It prepares your
body for birth, keep you free form stress and anxieties. Relief
from muscle aches, muscle toning etc.
Is there any limitation?
Light exercise during pregnancy are safe during pregnancy.
But you cannot exercise if you have hypertension, asthma,
heart disease, diabetes etc.

8. Enough Sleep
How much sleep is needed during pregnancy?
You need to sleep enough when you are pregnant. Try to
take a nap during day. Try to sleep on the left side of your
body.
What to avoid?
During pregnancy avoid caffeine, alcohol, avoid spicy food.
These items can cause sleeplessness, heart burn etc.

9. Medicine in Time
Which medicines are safe during pregnancy?
Only your physician can confirm which medicine are safe for
you depending on your health condition. Just remember to
take medicines in time.

10. Feel Comfortable
Can I wear high heels during pregnancy?
It is better if you don’t wear high heels during pregnancy.
Actually, when you are pregnant the center of gravity of your
body changes it position, wearing high heels increases the
chance of fall. And fall during pregnancy can be highly
dangerous. It’s also uncomfortable to wear high heels during
pregnancy.
Can I wear tight clothes while I’m pregnant?
It’s not a good idea to wear tight clothes when you are
pregnant. It’s very uncomfortable. Tight clothes enhances
the changes of heartburn as your digestive system works
slow during pregnancy.

11. Lifting Weight
Can I lift heavy weight while I’m pregnant?
You can lift weight during pregnancy but be careful. It’s
better if you don’t carry heavy weight. During pregnancy your
Ligaments and joints are not enough stable. Carrying heavy
weight can cause strain.

12. Feel Happy
Can stress effect my pregnancy?
Stress is common during pregnancy. You are worried about
the baby growing inside you. Taking heavy stress or anxiety
is not good for your baby and may effect the development of
your baby.
How can I manage stress and anxiety?
If you are worried about something share it with your
Husband (Partner). Laughter is the best medicine. Spending
time with friends and family reduces your stress. Practice
Yoga or meditate while you are pregnant. If you feel stressed
Consult with your Doctor.

13. Credits
Hope you have find this
Presentation useful.
Dr.Sankar DasMahapatra.
Web: Gynaecologistkolkata.org