Stomach drops during early pregnancy

After giving birth, women, especially first-time mothers, should pay special attention to the various changes in themselves. Because in the early stages of pregnancy, the fetus is not firmly implanted and miscarriage is prone to occur. Generally, after a woman becomes pregnant, the enlarged uterus will compress the bladder, causing frequent urination, lower abdominal distension, etc., and she may mistakenly think that she is having signs of miscarriage. Is it normal to have a sinking feeling in the belly during early pregnancy?

Is it normal to feel a sinking feeling in the belly during early pregnancy?

1. In the early stages of pregnancy, the feeling of heaviness and distension in the lower abdomen of pregnant mothers is generally a normal physiological change. The uterus of women will become larger after pregnancy. Although the changes in the uterus cannot be seen in the early stages, a normal uterus is only the size of an egg. After the fertilized egg enters, it will grow and cause the uterus to grow. Small changes will also produce different feelings, especially for women who are pregnant for the first time. They can feel the heaviness and distension more, but no special treatment is needed. As the baby continues to grow, the uterus will also become larger, and pregnant mothers will gradually adapt to this feeling. If the feeling of heaviness and distension is severe, then you should rest more, avoid overwork, and walk slower.

2. Secondly, the feeling of heaviness in the lower abdomen in early pregnancy is due to the enlargement of the uterus, which compresses the bladder. This symptom may be more obvious in the later stages of pregnancy.

3. Finally, the distension of the lower abdomen in early pregnancy may be caused by gynecological diseases, such as vaginitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, etc., but it must be taken seriously to avoid worsening of the infection. At this time, you must also be careful when taking medication. You must do so under the guidance of a doctor. You can also use a towel to apply hot compress to the abdomen at home to relieve the feeling of distension. Another thing is to drink more water.

In fact, there are more reasons why women experience lower abdominal distension in the early stages of pregnancy, but these are the main reasons. As long as you pay close attention, they can generally be prevented and alleviated. If women experience lower abdominal distension and bleeding in the early stages of pregnancy, then you must prevent threatened abortion and go to the hospital in time for treatment.

What should women pay attention to after they become pregnant?

1. Initial prenatal check-up

After the pregnancy is confirmed, the expectant mother needs to go to the street hospital for the first prenatal check-up at 12 weeks of pregnancy and establish a health care handbook for pregnant women. Future prenatal examinations can be conducted in a secondary hospital or the hospital where you decide to give birth.

2. Take rest

In the early stages of pregnancy, expectant mothers are prone to fatigue and therefore need adequate rest. Excessive fatigue can easily cause miscarriage in pregnant women, especially those who are older, have a history of miscarriage, or suffer from certain chronic diseases. They need to pay special attention to rest.

3. Seek medical attention in these cases

For pregnant women, the most dangerous things in the early stages of pregnancy are ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage. When these two situations occur, pregnant women will experience abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. Therefore, if pregnant women find abdominal pain or vaginal bleeding, they need to seek medical attention immediately.

4. Avoid or reduce sexual activity

The first three months of pregnancy are a period when miscarriage is prone to occur, especially for pregnant women at high risk of miscarriage. In addition, improper sexual intercourse in early pregnancy may also cause vaginal infection, which is another reason why some doctors recommend that you avoid sexual intercourse in early pregnancy.

5. Pay attention to your diet

(1) Choose foods that are easy to digest

Such as porridge, dry bread, steamed buns, biscuits, sweet potatoes, etc., can reduce vomiting.

(2) Take 400-600 micrograms of folic acid every day

When the fetus implants in the mother's uterus, the neural tube begins to differentiate and develop. In order to avoid fetal neural tube defects, it is particularly important for women to start taking folic acid supplements when planning their pregnancy.

(3) Choose foods that stimulate appetite

Most women in early pregnancy have a decreased appetite or a change in taste. Whether it is sour, spicy, salty or bland, you should cater to the pregnant mother's preferences and not avoid too many foods. The purpose is to ensure that the pregnant mother can get adequate nutrition.

(4) Eat when you want and eat small meals frequently

Especially for pregnant mothers who have severe pregnancy reactions, don't be bound by meal times, just eat whenever you want. For example, before going to bed and when getting up early, eating a few biscuits, bread or other snacks while sitting on the bed can reduce vomiting and increase food intake.

6. Don’t take supplements without authorization

In the early stages of pregnancy, morning sickness symptoms may affect the expectant mother's appetite to a certain extent. In terms of diet, it is generally not recommended to take a lot of nutritional supplements. It should be based on your own preferences and eat whatever you want. Pregnant women who vomit a lot should pay attention to eating light and easily digestible foods. Once you enter the second trimester and the morning sickness disappears, it will be time to replenish your nutrition.