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I drag myself, is this what I look forward in the 3rd Trimester?Feeling fatigued and lower energy levels is common during the 3rd Trimester of pregnancy.&nbsp; The third trimester, which spans from weeks 28 to 40, is a time of significant physical changes as your baby continues to grow and your body prepares for labor. Increased Weight, Changes in Sleep Patterns, Hormonal Changes, Emotional and Mental Factors, all contribute to tiredness. But do listen to your body and rest, sleep, eat well, keep yourself hydrated, and exercise (Prenatal Yoga or gentle movements) &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Sometimes you may like to take a routine Blood test to check Iron levels as well<figure id="figure-9waipw81nrlryubbre"><img id="9waipw81nrlryubbre" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1568043625493-2b0633c7c491?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxNXx8M3JkJTIwVHJpbWVzdGVyJTIwUHJlZ25hbmN5fGVufDB8fHx8MTcwNjUyNzM1MHww&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="pregnant near door" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="3rd Trimester" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1568043625493-2b0633c7c491?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxNXx8M3JkJTIwVHJpbWVzdGVyJTIwUHJlZ25hbmN5fGVufDB8fHx8MTcwNjUyNzM1MHww&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"><figcaption class="body-normal text-gray-500 mt-2">3rd Trimester</figcaption></figure>

3rd Trimester - Pregnancy

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Amniotic fluidThe fetus almost swims in the amniotic fluid which protects it from external injuries and facilitates movement. There is normally about 900 to 1,000 ml of amniotic fluid around the baby, but this may vary depending on the season, and the individual constitution of the mother. All this fluid is replaced every 3 to 4 hours.<figure id="figure-68qbtmj736lrytrdpp"><img id="68qbtmj736lrytrdpp" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1585010873004-923f9a54e54e?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw4Mnx8YW1uaW90aWMlMjBmbHVpZCUyMHByZWduYW5jeXxlbnwwfHx8fDE3MDY1MjY2ODZ8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="woman in white long sleeve shirt" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="Amniotic Fluid" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1585010873004-923f9a54e54e?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw4Mnx8YW1uaW90aWMlMjBmbHVpZCUyMHByZWduYW5jeXxlbnwwfHx8fDE3MDY1MjY2ODZ8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"><figcaption class="body-normal text-gray-500 mt-2">Amniotic Fluid</figcaption></figure> The fluid is merely expelled by the fetus, through the urine. The amniotic fluid also ensures that there is no under pressure exerted on the fetus.&nbsp;When the uterus begins contracting during labor. It facilitates the movement of the fetus.&nbsp;The amniotic fluid is released when the membranes rupture, which precedes the process of labor. This is commonly known as 'water breaking'.At full time, the amniotic fluid naturally begins to degrees.&nbsp;Nowadays there are many cases where the amniotic fluid decreases suddenly and unexplainably during the 8th or 9th month of pregnancy. This is obviously detrimental to the health of the fetus.It is pertinent, that an adequate amount of amniotic fluid is essential for the proper nourishment of the foetus.

(T - 1, 2, 3) Amniotic Fluid - Pregnancy

Pre-EclampsiaFrom the 5th month onwards, many women suffer from swelling of the feet, high blood pressure (about 150/ 90), loss of protein in the urine, and a rapid increase in weight.<figure id="figure-3aviu497kjlryt278y"><img id="3aviu497kjlryt278y" src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/26TDFlIvzohyLgfVIxysyFouMESBmfDof2pwH7IuwAaW0Pquaechj3yClx5HAF8o.jpeg" alt="HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE word on patient tag in black background. Medical and healthcare concept." class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: center 50%;" data-corners="small" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="High Blood Pressure" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="50%" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/18iDA6POtkWbVTV3HC7gTC0twi7zEIiYtJS3rbMy6utDohvhzOmr7P8Z3Ilko6bv.jpeg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: center 50%;"><figcaption class="body-normal text-gray-500 mt-2">High Blood Pressure</figcaption></figure>These symptoms are indicative of Pre-eclampsia and, if ignored, can have a disastrous effect on the mother and the unborn baby, apart from causing difficulties during the delivery. When these Symptoms are observed, immediate precautions must be taken to ensure that the diastolic (lower) blood pressure does not rise above 90-95 mm of Hg.&nbsp; Pregnancy at an advanced stage, obesity from the outside, family history of diabetes, or improper care during pregnancy are some of the predisposing factors of pre-eclampsia.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A balanced diet from the beginning of pregnancy, combined with appropriate ayurvedic treatment, can help you prevent this condition. <figure id="figure-5xscd6bzsnlryt9h8h"><img id="5xscd6bzsnlryt9h8h" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1490645935967-10de6ba17061?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxfHxiYWxhbmNlZCUyMGRpZXR8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzA2NTI1NTkyfDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="poached egg with vegetables and tomatoes on blue plate" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="Balanced Diet" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1490645935967-10de6ba17061?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxfHxiYWxhbmNlZCUyMGRpZXR8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzA2NTI1NTkyfDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"><figcaption class="body-normal text-gray-500 mt-2">Balanced Diet</figcaption></figure>

(T - 1, 2) Pre Eclampsia - High Blood Pressure during Pregnancy

Ayurveda recommends consumption of 1 tablespoon (10 grams) of homemade butter every morning with candy Sugar.&nbsp; *Aloe Vera should not be eaten in any form, even any medicine containing should be completely stopped (It contains Latex, that can cause uterine contractions).&nbsp;<figure id="figure-hwa5m9eyo6lrysutpg"><img id="hwa5m9eyo6lrysutpg" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1519408824990-bacd0dddb23b?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw1Mnx8anVuayUyMGZvb2R8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzA2NTI1MDI0fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="woman in maroon long-sleeved shirt holding fork over fries" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: undefined undefined;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1519408824990-bacd0dddb23b?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw1Mnx8anVuayUyMGZvb2R8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzA2NTI1MDI0fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: undefined undefined;"></figure> *Avoid snacks such as Bhelpuri, Pani Puri, Dahi puri etc., as they are made of refined flour, and contains large amount of uncooked salt (Salt which is added after cooking). They have no nutritive value.&nbsp; Ayurved cautions that there should not be any extremes while planning the diet for the expectant mother. It is important that all the six tastes, namely sweet, sour, salty, spicy, bitter, and astringent, be included in the meals in the balanced proportions. As excess of any of these can lead to below problems: 1. Sweet &nbsp;- Diabetic and extremely obese 2. Sour items – such as tamarind, sour Yogurt, tomatoes, fermented food etc can lead to Skin diseases, eye ailments, or nose bleeds. 3. Excess Salty foods or any extra addition to salt can result in premature greying of hair, or hair loss, and may even leas to early wrinkling of Child’s skin 4. Excess of bitter food can result in stunted growth, dryness, low weight, or weakness 5. Excess of Spicy food can weaken the baby’s strength, Shukra Dhatu, and may even cause reproductive disorders later in life. 6. Astringent food items can cause darkening of the skin, produce gas, flatulence, or induce vomiting in the baby.

(T - 1, 2, 3) Benefits of Homemade butter during Pregnancy

Honey&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; As per Ayurveda, Honey has enormous benefits, it improves intelligence, balances Tri Dosha (Vat, Pitt, Kapha), gives a good glow to skin and enhances complexion. Consume 1 – 2 teaspoons of honey every day!&nbsp; You can take honey in Pancha Amrit or in Milk. Consume pure honey as these days it is commonly adulterated with jaggery or sugar.&nbsp;Don’t heat it, if you’re adding it in the milk then milk should be at room temperature or lukewarm

(T - 1, 2, 3) Benefits of Honey during Pregnancy

Sometimes I feel Breathless, is this normal to feel? &nbsp; It’s normal to feel breathless during pregnancy, especially in the 2nd Trimester.&nbsp; Possible reasons are: Hormonal Changes: Pregnancy hormones, such as progesterone, can affect your respiratory system, Increased Blood Volume: Your blood volume increases during pregnancy to support both you and your growing baby. This can result in increased blood flow and changes in the cardiovascular system, which may contribute to a feeling of breathlessness, Growing Uterus: As uterus expands to accommodate the growing baby, it puts pressure on the diaphragm (the muscle responsible for breathing), making it feel more difficult to take deep breaths, Elevated Metabolism: Pregnancy increases your metabolic rate, and your body may need more oxygen. This increased demand can contribute to a sensation of breathlessness. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Try to take a Deep breath (If you can)!! Conscious breathing really helps!*<figure id="figure-2tpn7fzeqelryyqq8m"><img id="2tpn7fzeqelryyqq8m" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1518708909080-704599b19972?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxfHxicmVhdGhpbmd8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzA2NTM0Nzg1fDA&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=1080" alt="woman in white vest and black bikini with hand on chest" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="Breath and Meditate" data-positionX="undefined" data-positionY="undefined"/><figcaption class="body-normal text-gray-500 mt-2">Breath and Meditate</figcaption></figure>

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3rd Trimester - Pregnancy

(T - 1, 2, 3) Amniotic Fluid - Pregnancy

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(T - 1, 2, 3) Benefits of Homemade butter during Pregnancy

(T - 1, 2, 3) Benefits of Honey during Pregnancy

(T - 1, 2, 3) Breathlessness during Pregnancy