What should fasting pregnant women pay attention to?

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Ferti-Jin Women's Health and IVF Center Clinical Director Gynecology, Obstetrics and IVF Specialist Op. Dr. Seval Taşdemir warns that fasting pregnant women should take plenty of fluids between iftar and suhoor during the first three months of pregnancy. In this period; nausea, vomiting, inability to consume excess water and decreased appetite. If vomiting is frequent, electrolyte loss may result in fatigue. Fasting may increase this situation especially in the first months. Nausea and vomiting may also increase because the stomach is empty. In fasting mothers; After a long period of iftar after eating more than one meal in the empty stomach in a sudden bloating and indigestion complaints can be seen more. It is important for mothers to drink plenty of fluids and to eat pulp.It is vital to consume plenty of fluids
It is recommended to consume plenty of fluids if the mother has a low risk. If less fluid is taken due to fasting, uterine contractions may occur and the risk of premature birth may occur. Water is important for the continuation of pregnancy, prevention and treatment of urinary tract infections. Urinary tract infections are common in pregnancy. Abundant fluid intake increases urine output.If the blood pressure drops, baby's movements will slow downIn cases of pregnancy-related sugar intolerance (pregnancy sugar) or diabetes (diabetes); eating well balanced, eating less often is of utmost importance. Fasting in these situations can lead to dangerous situations in both the mother and the baby. Pregnant women do not drink enough liquid during the day due to fasting can cause blood pressure drops and fainting. Since no liquid can be taken during the day, the mother's blood volume decreases and the baby's urine output decreases and the water in the pouch containing the baby may decrease. Decreased infant movements were also observed in fasting mothers. Fasting may be inconvenient if there is a risk of premature birthPregnant mothers with risky pregnancy status (such as diabetes, premature birth risk, bleeding, multiple pregnancy, developmental retardation); fasting can be objectionable. It is recommended to eat frequently and little by little during pregnancy without fasting for a long time. High blood pressure due to pregnancy is also a risky condition for fasting. It is important that pregnant women fasting do not stay as hot as possible, consume plenty of fluids in the sahur and rest during the day.Do not eat and go to bed immediatelyBetween iftar and sahur, it is necessary to take protein, carbohydrate and plenty of fluids in frequent intervals and small portions by distributing the food evenly. Roast, very sugary, salty and fatty foods should be avoided. Suhoor low-fat, low-salt foods prefer. Eat ice cream or light milk sweets instead of heavy desserts. Do not go to bed immediately after eating. The expectant mothers should know the risks and make decisions and consult their physicians and dietitians.