Myths, horror stories and misconceptions about pregnancy and childbirth. Best selection: 63 myths

Despite the fact that we live in a modern world where it is very easy to get any information, some topics are still shrouded in various misconceptions and myths. Such a topic is pregnancy and everything related to it. Of course, every expectant mother wants pregnancy and childbirth to be easy, and the baby was born healthy, therefore she is ready to observe all possible conditions so that everything is safe. In addition, pregnant women are always suspicious and impressionable, so it’s not at all difficult to “powder” the future mother’s head with various myths. In fact, it turns out that most of the restrictions are simply meaningless, and because of them, one of the brightest periods in the lives of women goes through constant tension and discontent. In order that every woman could freely enjoy pregnancy and not worry about absurd signs and prohibitions, we collected all the existing myths about pregnancy and found evidence of their failure.

Myths about the conception of a child

• To get pregnant, after sexual intercourse you need to lie in the pose of "birch"

This myth is actively spread among those who are planning a child. In fact, the only factor determining the onset of pregnancy is the meeting of the egg and sperm. Neither the posture during sex, nor any actions after it can critically affect fertilization. With some anatomical features of the female internal genital organs, favorable postures for conception can be recommended, but even in this case, the pose is not a key condition.

• If you get pregnant with a spiral, you have to have an abortion

Such cases are rare, but if the pregnancy has come, the spiral does not interfere with her, because this device can easily be removed in a antenatal clinic.

Myths about determining the gender of the baby

• By the appearance of the tummy, you can determine which gender the child

The tummies of all pregnant women are really different: for some, the waist disappears, the stomach “spreads” in breadth, for someone it “sticks out” forward. The height of the abdomen is also different for everyone, but this is not connected in any way with the gender of the child. The height and shape of the abdomen depends entirely on the characteristics and condition of the body. Women with a “narrow” constitution are distinguished by “boy's” stomachs: their internal space is limited, and their stomach sticks forward. The condition of the abdominal muscles is also different for everyone, but it is the muscles that support the growing fetus. The more developed the muscles, the more neat and “collected” the tummy in the pregnant woman.Even in one woman, stomachs may differ in different pregnancies: by the second pregnancy, especially if the break after the first was small, the abdominal muscles are stretched, so the tummy appears much earlier, it is lower and its shape may be more “blurry”.

• The baby's gender can be determined by changes in the face of the pregnant

There is an opinion that the girl “takes” the beauty from her mother, so the future mothers of the girls in pregnancy do not look good: the face is getting fat, the skin deteriorates, etc. In fact, all changes in the face are associated exclusively with the characteristics of the body and the rate of weight gain: errors in the diet, hormonal changes, exacerbations of chronic diseases for someone pass without visible changes, but for someone they lead to problems with appearance.

• Gender of a child can be found by heartbeat

In the days of our mothers, this was a popular way to determine the gender of the baby. The normal fetal heart rate is 120-160 beats per minute. It is believed that the heart beats faster in girls, so if the indicator is closer to the upper border, a girl is expected, if to the lower, a boy. In reality, this opinion has no evidence.

• If the future mother has a fluff on her stomach - there will be a boy

This myth is based on the fact that a boy in his mother’s stomach causes increased production of male hormones. In fact, fetal hormones do not affect the maternal body. The cannon on the stomach is the result of mother’s hormonal adjustment, which is not connected with the floor of the child being born.

• If you want something sweet - a girl will be born, if you pull on meat (or on sharp, salty) - there will be a boy

The nutritional preferences of a pregnant woman do not lend themselves to any logical explanation. The hormones and, possibly, the knowledge of the body about what it really needs are to blame. This myth comes from the idea that boys love meat and girls love sweet tooth. However, the "creators" of the myth forgot to take into account that the baby in the womb does not eat our food, but through the bloodstream, so he doesn’t care what the mother ate - he is "interested" in the biochemical composition of the blood, and not specific foods.

Myths about the unborn child

• If mom suffers from heartburn, the baby will be born with long hair

The “logic” of this myth is that, supposedly, the baby’s hair tickles her mother’s esophagus - therefore, heartburn appears. This naive idea of ​​heartburn of pregnant women does not hold water. In the later stages, heartburn appears in so many expectant mothers, because the growing uterus puts great pressure on the diaphragm and stomach. This leads to a distortion of the position of the stomach and food from it begins to be thrown into the esophagus along with the gastric juice. The baby’s hair, with all desire, can’t get anywhere, because the baby is surrounded by a thick layer of uterine tissue. Moreover, in the late term, the baby is head down.

• The larger the belly of the expectant mother - the larger the baby will be born

The size of the abdomen depends on many factors, but to a lesser extent it depends on the size and weight of the child. A large belly, as a rule, is a consequence of a large weight gain, structural features of the body and muscle condition (if the muscles are stretched or poorly developed, they hold the shape of the abdomen worse). The approximate weight of the fetus is determined by ultrasound, but these calculations are often erroneous.

• If a mother has an active sex life during pregnancy, the baby will have dimples on her cheeks, bald spots or crusts on her head may appear

In fact, sex during pregnancy does not affect the appearance of the child and the characteristics of his body. The dimples on the cheeks are pure genetics, and the crusts and bald patches are hormonal problems.

• If the baby has a risk of being born prematurely, it is better to be born at 7 months than at 8, because seven months are more “tenacious” and better adapted to life outside the mother’s womb

During the period of carrying the baby, every day in the mother’s tummy adds weight and vitality to him, therefore, with prematurity, the longer the period, the better in all respects.

• Babies born at night do not sleep well at night

This myth from the category of grandmothers will accept. Naturally, there is no evidence for this fact, because there is no connection between the time of birth and future behavior.

Myths about observing and managing pregnancy

• Late pregnancy or pregnancy after a long break is bad, the pregnancy will be with problems

Pregnancy complications depend on the woman’s health and not on her age or the interval between pregnancies. Doctors, on the contrary, note that older women are more attentive and responsible in their position, follow all recommendations and give birth to wonderful healthy children.

• If the test showed two strips, you need to go for an ultrasound scan to listen to the heartbeat and make sure that everything is in order

According to the standards of pregnancy management, the first ultrasound is done during screening at 12-13 weeks. It is at this time that you can reliably assess whether everything is in order with the development of the baby. Data obtained before this deadline can only frighten the expectant mother again, and pregnant women should not be worried. In addition, although ultrasound is considered a safe research method, we cannot know exactly how the additional anxiety of the baby will affect ultrasound on his condition. It is often difficult for expectant mothers to believe in their pregnancy and want some significant evidence other than a test. In this case, it is better to donate blood to hCG and calm down on this.

• Watching pregnancy and appearance in the LCD is a nightmare, and all doctors try to only harm mom and baby

Queues and possible problems with coupons are the realities of Russian medicine, however, pregnant women are always treated loyally and in most women's clinics they try to accept pregnant women strictly according to the appointed time, without creating queues. The situation with the reinsurance of doctors is ambiguous: on the one hand, a doctor can really do something “just in case” (prescribe drugs or procedures, put him in the ward, etc.), on the other hand, a doctor is needed for that, so that he could assess possible risks and take action. Articles from the Internet and the advice of girlfriends do not make the expectant mother competent in order to assess whether there is a threat of her pregnancy or not. That is why it is not necessary to take all the recommendations and appointments of a doctor with hostility. If there is a feeling that the doctor is reinsured, consult somewhere else.

• During pregnancy, you must go to courses for expectant mothers

Such courses are available at antenatal clinics and in specialized centers. There is no obligation to do so, especially now, when magazines, books, webinars and video lectures are held for pregnant women. If you wish, all the information about the course of pregnancy, exercises, nutrition and preparation for childbirth can be obtained without leaving home. However, if you know that such courses are taught by a good specialist in your residential complex, why not? With LCD, these classes are free, and this is a good opportunity not only to get information, but also to ask your questions.

• You need to drink special vitamins throughout your pregnancy.

If a pregnant woman eats properly and fully, there is no particular need to drink vitamins in the form of tablets. Pharmacy vitamins are not always well absorbed, and the effect of synthetic vitamins can be unpredictable.

Myths about the condition of a woman during pregnancy

• Pregnancy is always accompanied by toxicosis.

Even in one woman, different pregnancies can occur in different ways. Toxicosis of the first half of pregnancy really worries many, but it can be expressed in different ways: from mild nausea in the morning to the inability to eat or drink anything at all.If there is no toxicosis, you can only rejoice, if there is one, seek the advice of a doctor and wait for the poor health to recede.

• After the first trimester, toxicosis ends and will not vomit

Early toxicosis is a consequence of hormonal changes in the body and increased production of pregnancy hormones. However, even after 12 weeks, nausea may remain, especially if the expectant mother has gastrointestinal problems. The fact is that the main hormone of pregnancy, progesterone, relaxes the smooth muscles of the organs (especially the uterus - so that it does not contract, but stretches smoothly), including the digestive organs. Because of this, a woman may have problems with digestion of food, with a lack of enzymes, and even for a period of more than 12-14 weeks she may feel sick. In this case, special drugs that stimulate the digestive tract will help. (Read in detail about pregnancy toxicosis)

• In pregnancy, always pulls on a salty or want strawberries in the winter at 3 a.m.

A very common myth, but in reality everything happens a little differently. Yes, pregnant women may have new nutritional preferences, but basically they are quite ordinary. Not everyone is attracted to salty and sour too.

• Waiting for a baby is the happiest period, so a woman enjoys every minute of this condition

It is difficult to argue that the expectation of a baby is a happy period, but pregnant women are far from always inspired by pregnancy and carelessly wait for offspring to appear. The emotional background of the pregnant woman is very unstable, many expectant mothers are constantly worried and worried, they are easy to upset and hurt. Often, poor health prevents full enjoyment of pregnancy: toxicosis in the first half, edema and sluggishness in the second.

• In pregnancy, a woman becomes prettier and blooms externally

Of course, pregnant women are beautiful and the luster of their eyes does not compare with anything. However, appearance can change, and future mothers themselves are not always happy about this. Someone notices that the skin becomes cleaner, hair is thicker and almost does not fall out, nails grow quickly and do not break. Nature does not give such a gift to everyone. Sometimes, on the contrary, the skin deteriorates, the hair falls out, the nails break, age spots may appear on the face and body, and hairs or a dark line appear on the stomach. All these changes are of a hormonal nature, and some time after pregnancy they will disappear.

• Due to the growth of the abdomen and an increase in the volume of the breast, all have stretch marks

They do sometimes appear, but this process, alas, is almost unpredictable. The appearance of stretch marks is most dependent on the characteristics of the skin and the genetic predisposition to scarring. Many expectant mothers from the first weeks of pregnancy begin to prevent stretch marks: to smear the "growing" parts of the body with special creams and oils. In the later stages, the prevention of stretch marks is to wear a bandage. But even preventative measures do not always save, and stretch marks can appear. At the same time, there are many cases when a woman is not at all puzzled by the prevention of stretch marks and they do not appear. In general, there is no arguing against genetics, but if the skin is not prone to scarring in adolescence, during the period of rapid growth, there were no stretch marks, then they most likely will not be in pregnancy. (About stretch marks and how to get rid of them)

• All pregnant women have dental problems, including loss

Problems with teeth and gums occur when the body experiences an acute shortage of vitamins and minerals. In the old days, this problem was relevant: poor nutrition, the lack of "pharmacy" vitamins of good quality really led to the fact that women spoiled, crumbled and teeth fell out. Now the standard of living in general has become higher, all nutritional deficiencies can be compensated for with vitamins from a jar, and if problems arise, they can be resolved by the dentist.Fortunately, now pregnant women have practically no restrictions on treatment: there are approved drugs and many manipulations can be carried out.

• Pregnancy by a girl is always more difficult than by a boy

This myth is a "relative" of the maritime omen that the woman on the ship is in trouble. In reality, pregnancy complications are completely unrelated to the child’s gender and depend only on the state of the mother’s body.

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• Pregnancy makes a woman stupid

In a way, this is not a myth at all. The nature is arranged in such a way that under the influence of hormones a woman forms the “dominant of pregnancy” in the brain: pregnancy becomes the main interest in the life of a future mother. That is why pregnant women are noted for absent-mindedness, forgetfulness, and a decrease in interest in work. However, the indicator of intelligence does not fall, the woman’s life priorities change.

Myths about what pregnant women can and cannot do

• In pregnancy, you can lead the same way of life without any restrictions, because pregnancy is not a disease

Although pregnancy is a natural state of the body, it makes some adjustments to the lifestyle of the future mother. Firstly, since all the forces of the body are devoted to bearing a child, the mother's body can suffer from exacerbated chronic or new diseases. Secondly, a woman has a responsibility not only for herself, but also for an unborn child. Therefore, once again, the expectant mother should think about whether to eat something harmful, risk her health during outdoor activities, etc. in order to support the idea that “pregnancy is not a disease, everything is possible for me.”

• You need to be silent about your pregnancy as long as possible, otherwise it may jinx it

Previously, when medicine was developed very poorly, very often the pregnancy was terminated before it started. Without the necessary knowledge, people attributed such cases not to health problems, but to evil eye. That is why they preferred to remain silent about the onset of pregnancy - so that no one would jinx it. A modern woman is under the supervision of doctors from the moment of registration for pregnancy, her condition and the condition of the unborn child are constantly monitored, so the percentage of successful pregnancies is very high. Another thing is if the pregnant woman herself is very suspicious and does not want to advertise - then it is really better to hide for her own peace of mind. Of course, someone’s knowledge about her cannot affect the course of pregnancy.

• Expectant mother you can not cut your hair

There are several options for “punishment” for failure to comply with this prohibition: give birth prematurely, “cut off” something to the child, shorten the child’s life. In ancient times, hair was endowed with magical power, so cutting it means losing that power and protection. By modern standards, this is nothing more than an ancient superstition. Hair cutting does not affect pregnancy and the unborn baby, but it can, on the contrary, raise a mom’s mood: many pregnant women feel unattractive during this period, so taking care of yourself and maintaining a good appearance is very important.

• Pregnant women should not dye their hair - harmful substances penetrate the body and harm the baby

No harmful substances can penetrate the baby’s skin through the scalp. Ammonia, which is present in many persistent dyes, is really toxic, but, firstly, there are ammonia-free paints, and secondly, the baby in the womb is reliably protected from harmful external influences, so one hair dye per month will not harm.

• During pregnancy, ugly people or unpleasant scenes should be avoided, otherwise the baby will be ugly

The appearance of the child is 100% dependent on the set of genes that will be presented to him by mom and dad, so what a mom sees can not leave any imprint. If pregnant women also need to avoid unpleasant and not aesthetic spectacles, then only for the sake of their own peace of mind, because the future mother does not need negative experiences.

• Pregnant women should not be needlework, especially dealing with threads: to sew, knit, embroider - the child will wrap the umbilical cord (other options - the mother will “sew” the child’s mind, or “sew” the fingers together)

In ancient people, the threads in the hands of a pregnant woman personified the umbilical cord, hence this myth arose. Another version of the emergence of this myth: earlier needlewomen worked in unventilated rooms, and the work involved a long motionless sitting in one place, so the child in the stomach could really experience oxygen starvation, actively move because of this and wrap it around the umbilical cord. It turns out that the reason is not in needlework itself, but in the conditions under which mother creates. A sedentary lifestyle is not useful for modern pregnant women, so if you don’t sit at the embroidery for hours, take breaks, take a walk and go outdoors, there are no risks.

• For the entire period of pregnancy you can forget about sex

There is a ban on sex life only when there is a threat of abortion: the uterus is in good shape or the placenta is low. In other cases, there are no restrictions, and in recent weeks, sex is even useful: the male seed contains prostaglandins, which help the cervix “mature” before childbirth, childbirth begins naturally and is less painful.

• Pregnant women should not engage in sports and generally need to exclude all physical activity

If pregnancy proceeds without complications, physical exercise is not only allowed, but also necessary in order to maintain the body in good shape and prepare the body for childbirth. If the expectant mother goes to the gym, you must definitely warn the trainer about pregnancy and choose the level of workload that will be safe. Just in case, about the permissible loads, it is better to consult a doctor who is pregnant. There are no restrictions for homework either. Restrictions begin where there are risks of abortion.

• The future mother should eat for two literally

Of course, during the period of carrying a child, the mother's body needs an increased amount of nutrients, but it is enough to increase the diet by only 20-30%. For the child, the amount eaten is not important, because the child receives everything he needs through the bloodstream. It is best for mom to eat appetite and ensure that the diet is balanced. Food "for two" only adds weight to mom, which then will have to fight.

• Pregnant women should not raise their hands (reach somewhere, hang clothes, etc.) - the child may wrap the umbilical cord

It is not clear where this myth came from, because the entwining of the umbilical cord occurs when the baby moves too actively, which happens when there is a lack of oxygen, or when the umbilical cord itself is too long. It is not forbidden for pregnant women to raise their hands up, but this creates an additional burden on the muscles of the back and lower back, which already “suffer” because of the appeared abdomen.

• Pregnant women can only wash themselves in the shower, as bathing can cause infection

The child in the abdomen is reliably protected by the amniotic fluid, so no infection from the outside can penetrate it. A warm bath, on the contrary, relaxes and helps a woman relax. The only limitation is that the bath should be warm, not hot.

• If the future mother has bad habits - you can not tie them up, a sharp rejection of bad habits is even worse than their presence

A sharp cessation of smoking or alcohol is, indeed, stress for the body, but for the child this is only a plus. Smoking, drinking alcohol or drugs causes such pathologies in the fetus that no stress from the termination of addiction will cause.

• You can’t buy anything in advance for the future baby

The fear of “jinxing” the pregnancy is so great that some families decide not to cook anything for the birth of the baby. In fact, preparing a “dowry” for a child is a great way for a mother to realize her motherhood.By doing this in advance, you can safely study all the information, thoroughly choose a stroller, crib, set for discharge, etc. If you leave this lesson for later, you will have to buy everything in puffs and without much pleasure. (Great article listing dowry for a newborn)

• Pregnant women need to be kept away from cats

It is believed that “friendship” with cats will lead to the appearance of a hairy spot on the baby’s body, and in the future, the child will have poor relations with people. In fact, the only danger from cats is the risk of contracting toxoplasmosis. True, fear of toxoplasmosis is only for those who have never encountered it, but there are very few such people. At the stage of pregnancy planning, many women are tested for the determination of antibodies to toxoplasma. If antibodies are available - cats need not be afraid, if not - indeed, it is worth being careful.

• Expectant mother should refrain from gatherings on the porch or on the doorstep.

The porch or threshold is perceived as the boundary between the external and internal world. It is not clear what is fraught with being on this border, but our ancestors saw this as a bad sign. If there are no drafts on the threshold and the expectant mother does not risk falling, this prohibition is meaningless.

• If a pregnant woman eats a lot, her baby will “become fat” and it will be difficult to give birth

Everything that the future mother “eats” for pregnancy remains with her. The appetite of a pregnant woman does not affect the size of the child. All children are born with approximately the same parameters, some significant deviations are the result of a genetic predisposition.

• During pregnancy, a woman is better to limit the circle of contacts, not to go anywhere and not to communicate with anyone

If a woman is not prescribed bed rest, then you should not limit yourself. On the contrary, full communication and attention of friends and relatives is useful for the future mother so that she does not feel "cut off" from society.

Myths about childbirth

• If pregnancy proceeds normally - you can give birth wherever you have to (at home, on vacation, in the country)

Childbirth is a natural process, but too unpredictable. A perfectly healthy woman with an excellent obstetric history in childbirth can wait for anything. It happens that the count goes on minutes and natural childbirth suddenly ends with a caesarean section. There is no guarantee that in case of complications during a home birth, the ambulance will arrive on time, so it’s better not to risk it and trust the doctors from the very beginning.

• The daughter in childbirth is waiting for the same thing that her mother had (the mother gave birth easily - and the daughter gives birth easily, and vice versa)

Features of the course of childbirth are not inherited, therefore, there is no connection between the birth of a mother and daughter.

• If the first birth was with the help of a caesarean section, then all subsequent ones will also have to be cesarean

After a cesarean, a woman may well give birth herself. This possibility is affected by a break between births and the viability of the uterine scar. If at least 5 years have passed after the first birth and the scar is consistent, a woman is recommended to have a natural birth, but do not insist. After the first cesarean, many women themselves are afraid to give birth again and refuse to give birth, although natural births injure the body less than surgical intervention.

• Why bother and give birth when you can do a cesarean

Firstly, a caesarean section is not performed at the request of a woman. For her, there should be medical indications, but even with some of them a woman is offered to give birth herself (for example, with a gluteal presentation of the fetus). Secondly, surgery is a serious intervention in the body. Natural childbirth is physiological for both the mother and the baby. Yes, it feels like a caesarean section is less painful for a woman, but from the point of view of adaptation of the child and the mother's body, it is better to give birth to herself.

• Anesthesia during childbirth is a salvation for a woman in labor, with her you can give birth easily

Anesthesia during childbirth is also carried out according to indications, and not because the woman does not want to experience pain.Although for the money in our maternity hospitals they can anesthetize at will, but here you need to understand that anesthesia can have consequences. Anesthesia sometimes ends with the fact that when a woman needs to push hard - she does not feel contractions, does not push hard, and gives birth even harder than without pain relief.

• Must give birth with her husband - let him torment too

Partnership delivery is good only when the husband is ready for them and he wants it. If the husband has doubts, it is better not to insist in order to pay tribute to modern fashion. Sometimes women call her husband for childbirth from considerations of “punishment”: he cannot feel my pain, so let him at least see and also suffer, not just me to swell. A man really cannot experience what a woman experiences during childbirth, but this does not make him less involved in the birth of a child. To show your involvement in the general event, it is not necessary to attend the birth, so think carefully if it is worth it.

• The later you give birth to your first child, the harder it will be to give birth

Someone thinks that you need to give birth before 25, someone - before 30. In fact, throughout the fertile age of a woman, childbirth can be both easy and difficult. It all depends on the body of the woman in labor and her mood. More of “social” considerations recommend giving birth to the first child early: the child needs to be educated, wait for grandchildren, etc.

• Childbirth is something terrible

This is really a painful process, but everyone has a different perception of pain. A huge role is played by the mood of the woman herself: if we perceive childbirth only as my own pain and torment, they will seem something terrible, and if, as the moment I gave birth to my baby, it will be the happiest moment in life. Any woman who gives birth will say that all the pain is forgotten as soon as you take your baby in your arms. The most important thing is to have the right attitude and listen to the midwife, who will tell you when and what to do.

• You can die in childbirth

This is not quite a myth, but the risk of maternal mortality with modern medical technology is very low. If a woman does not engage in amateur performances, the doctor observes the entire pregnancy and gives birth in a maternity hospital, she is practically not threatened with serious problems.

• During childbirth, I will be shy and “pinched” if other women or staff are nearby

Perhaps at the very beginning there will also be some kind of embarrassment, but at a certain moment, when strong painful fights begin, you will absolutely no matter who is nearby and in what form you appear before the “spectators”. All thoughts at this moment are directed only to their feelings, and all efforts are aimed at giving birth as soon as possible, and rightly so.

• Each subsequent birth is easier than the previous ones.

The birth canal in the second birth is indeed ready, but this does not mean that the birth will be faster and easier. Complications can occur in any kind.

Myths About Breastfeeding

• You may not be protected while breastfeeding.

Very popular fallacy. Hormones produced during hepatitis B are indeed capable of suppressing ovulation, but they are far from always being produced in the volume necessary for this. It is impossible to verify their concentration, therefore it is better not to tempt fate.

• Nipples for feeding should be prepared in advance: “dissolve” them with the help of her husband, rub them so that the skin does not become rough and does not crack

Breastfeeding is a natural process, so the nipples are already ready for it by default. Touching the nipples during pregnancy is generally not desirable: their stimulation leads to the release of the hormone oxytocin, which can provoke contractions.

• Breastfeeding spoils breast shape

The shape of the breast with HS can deteriorate from an improperly organized feeding process and improperly selected linen. If the breasts regularly overflow, but the laundry does not support it, stretch marks may appear. In addition, if you sharply complete the hepatitis B (“pull” the chest) - the glandular tissue does not have time to replace the fat and the breast will really become “empty”. That is, it is not feeding itself that spoils the breast, but the wrong approach to it. (See how to properly feed and apply to the chest)

Myths about life after childbirth

• Having a baby doesn’t change life

Changes and is very significant. Of course, a woman may also strive to lead an active life after childbirth, but if it is to the detriment of the baby, it is unlikely to be good. The problem is that the priorities of most modern women are not in favor of family and children, so it is very important for a woman to maintain her previous life: work, visit the gym, meet friends, travel. All this, of course, is possible, but with the advent of the child, his interests must be taken into account in the first place, so all the usual activities will have to be adjusted for him.

• After giving birth, the figure always spoils and the woman gains excess weight

If the expectant mother was in good physical shape before giving birth, then pregnancy and childbirth will not spoil the figure. Most of the weight gained during pregnancy remains in the delivery room: placenta, amniotic fluid. Dieting a young mother is not worth it, but putting your body in order is more than realistic. Regular exercise and proper nutrition will help to reduce weight, restore abdominal muscles. (see articles on the topic how to lose weight after childbirth)

• All women have postpartum depression

Depression after childbirth is a “disease” of our time. Motherhood greatly changes the life of a woman. If the mother was not ready for such a major change and does not feel the support of loved ones, she may become depressed. Real postpartum depression is very rare, often apathy after childbirth is the result of hormonal changes and severe fatigue. (10 tips to get rid of depression after childbirth: signs and causes of depression (a lot of real video))

• The woman who has given birth must cope with all the affairs herself

Not at all. If you can get help, you should definitely use this opportunity. There is no point in putting everything on yourself, because a child needs a healthy and cheerful mother. It is very easy to bring yourself to exhaustion by fundamentally refusing help, but this will only make it worse for everyone. (We read on the topic: How can a young mother deal with her child and household chores? and alsoHow to stay crazy after childbirth - tips for young mothers)

• From the first minute a woman loves her baby

This is not customary to talk about, but not always the mother from the first minute feels love for her baby. A baby screaming and requiring constant attention can cause irritation, and this is normal. Mom also needs time to adapt to her new role. Caring for the child day after day, you will learn a new role for yourself and be sure to feel the rush of love for a tiny creature. (the child should not annoy)

• Every mother knows how to raise her child and what he needs

When it comes to other people's children, we always know how to educate them, how to treat them, how to feed them, etc. Your child always causes a lot of questions, and sometimes a feeling of powerlessness. Do not neglect the advice of relatives: among them you can hear something valuable. Ask for advice from specialists, read articles and books - this will help you find answers to all questions. (our section: child education)

In almost all women, pregnancy is accompanied by the same fears. Women believe the same myths and retell them to each other. A true view of pregnancy, without mystical speculation and prejudice, helps to live this period more calmly. If there are any restrictions and inconveniences during pregnancy, they are all temporary. After the birth of a child, life will gradually go into a calm direction, and all anxieties will be left behind.

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