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Physical & Emotional Fitness

Pregnancy can bring both joy and stress, affecting the health of both mother and baby. This guide explores common physical discomforts, emotional changes, and strategies for coping with the challenges of pregnancy. Learn about the importance of staying active, safe exercise guidelines, and recognizing warning signs that indicate when to stop. Gain insights into managing stress, developing support networks, and navigating financial and relational changes as you transition into parenthood. Consult healthcare providers for personalized guidance.

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Physical & Emotional Fitness

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  1. Physical & Emotional Fitness

  2. Pregnancy and Stress

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  5. Good Stress / Bad Stress

  6. Pregnancy Stress • Physical discomforts • Hormonal changes • Health of mother & baby • Coping with labour & delivery • Becoming a parent • Changing relationships • Financial concerns

  7. More Than Mood Swings • Most of the time within the two last weeks... • Have you been sad, depressed or irritable? • Have you been unable to enjoy the things you used to enjoy? • Have you felt anxious, worried or panicky? • Have you cried more easily? • Have you experienced any recent losses or stressful life events? • Do you have a history of depression, anxiety or other mental health challenge?

  8. Strategies for Coping

  9. Strategies for Coping

  10. Let’s Get Active!

  11. Let’s Get Active!

  12. Pregnant and Active

  13. Benefits of Active Living

  14. Physical Activity Guidelines

  15. Tips for Exercising Safely

  16. Knowing When to STOP • Vaginal bleeding • Uterine contractions • Pain • Headache • Nausea • Severe shortness of breath • Vision changes • Dizziness • Anything that feels unusual or uncomfortable

  17. For More Information • Health care provider • Public health department • PARmed-X for Pregnancy - www.csep.ca • Local fitness centres • Prenatal fitness programs • Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada - www.sogc.org • Exercise & Pregnancy Helpline- 1-866-937-7678 • Canadian Father Involvement Initiative - www.cfii.ca

  18. Relaxation

  19. This Best Start Resource Centre teaching tool was developed with input from a wide range of individuals from these organizations

  20. The information represents the best practice guidelines at the time of publication. The content is not officially endorsed by the Government of Ontario. Consult your health care provider for information specific to your pregnancy. This document has been prepared with funds provided by the Government of Ontario www.beststart.org © 2011

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