The tiny microbe Corona has turned life upside down for the
whole world; especially the health care sector. Pregnant patients are always a
big concern because two young lives are involved. A new disease with barely
known outcomes/varied presentations & unpredictable course has added on to
the fears of the pregnant woman, her family & the doctors. Taking clues
from other related respiratory viral diseases, we can just extrapolate the
outcomes. Fortunately in India, the severity of disease has not been as bad as
in the west, may be our early & extended lockdown has helped. Sufficient to
say: most important factors are to practice good hygiene & social
distancing which has been emphasized time and again. Lot of warm liquids, fresh
high protein food, deep breathing exercises and positive thinking would help.
Reading & listening to contradictory & negative reports is counter
-productive. Instead of reading about Corona, read some positive books, listen
to soothing music, and indulge in exercises at home. Do cooking, stitching,
painting, gardening etc. whatever you enjoy. Physical activity, good diet &
good thoughts improve immunity. Because of changes in immunity: Pregnancy falls
into High Risk category so we need to be extra-careful.
One very important word of caution: Ease of lockdown doesn’t mean that Corona risk has reduced: we rather have to me more cautious now
· No baby showers
· No shopping
· No visits to parlors.
Let each one do what each one is trained for / expected to do. Motherhood is to be enjoyed so stay happy, positive & follow your doctor’s advice. Stay safe, stay strong, stay blessed. Contact Jindal IVF for your inquiry.
