working out throughout Pregnancy,easier labour?

Discussion in 'Pregnancy - Third Trimester' started by _Elizabeth_, Nov 12, 2011.

  1. _Elizabeth_

    _Elizabeth_ Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Apr 17, 2011
    Messages:
    129
    Likes Received:
    0
    Hey ladies,

    I have been working out throughout my whole pregnancy so far and I have been wondering if it will help make labour easier or if it will make losing the pregnancy weight easier. any ladies that have babies already know if this is true or not....or just wishful thinking on my part. :haha:
     
    #1 _Elizabeth_, Nov 12, 2011
  2. londonbump2

    londonbump2 Single mummy in London!

    Joined:
    Sep 9, 2011
    Messages:
    651
    Likes Received:
    0
    I'd guess so, the healthier and fitter in labour you are the better your body/you would cope with it.
     
    #2 londonbump2, Nov 13, 2011
  3. heaven

    heaven Mommy of 2 Beautiful Girl

    Joined:
    Feb 1, 2011
    Messages:
    1,437
    Likes Received:
    0
    How many weeks are you now? At the beginning of my third trimester, excercise made LO spark labor symptoms(strong contractions for hours). You probably will see the effects right after w/ your body bouncing back. Although, I had my Lo and didn't excercise at all w/ her and body bounced right back-six pack and all- and no working out! (did breastfeed though-which did all of the "tricks". Good luck!
     
    #3 heaven, Nov 13, 2011
  4. _Elizabeth_

    _Elizabeth_ Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Apr 17, 2011
    Messages:
    129
    Likes Received:
    0
    I am 31 weeks now and still feeling good. no bad side effects from working out. I do listen to my body and stop when tired. My doctor has still given me the go head to continue to work out. thanks for the responses....heaven..I hope Im like you and bounce back quickly!
     
    #4 _Elizabeth_, Nov 13, 2011
  5. SMFirst

    SMFirst New mom

    Joined:
    Oct 26, 2010
    Messages:
    1,607
    Likes Received:
    0
    I was being pretty lazy about exercise, then started getting worried about labor.. I did some reading and it seems that most agree that moderate cardio, muscle toning and particularly prenatal yoga can be helpful to prepare you for labor, both for stamina and to get your body and the baby into a good position for delivery..

    So I'm loving the yoga!

    Just be sure to double check on certain exercises as to whether they are safe (there seems to be a debate about abdominal exercise for example)
     
    #5 SMFirst, Nov 13, 2011
  6. AmyR

    AmyR Mother of 2 girls!

    Joined:
    May 13, 2011
    Messages:
    650
    Likes Received:
    0
    I worked out every day my first pregnancy, weights and cardio....and I had a 8 hour (start to finish) labour/delivery. I think it was due to being in good shape! :)

    This time around I have been active still, cleaning houses for work, gym when I can but I have not been AS diligent as the first pregnancy
     
    #6 AmyR, Nov 13, 2011
  7. _Elizabeth_

    _Elizabeth_ Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Apr 17, 2011
    Messages:
    129
    Likes Received:
    0
    Thanks ladies. Here's hoping that it does work. :)
     
    #7 _Elizabeth_, Nov 13, 2011
  8. niki_nichole

    niki_nichole Mother of twins :)

    Joined:
    Oct 5, 2011
    Messages:
    306
    Likes Received:
    0
    misread the question!
     
    #8 niki_nichole, Nov 13, 2011
  9. sarahdilan

    sarahdilan Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 16, 2011
    Messages:
    195
    Likes Received:
    0
    I Dont work out but I do take dog for a walk daily. She's currently in training to walk nicely so I can take pushchair on walks or she wont be going anywhere when lo is born. I also have a horse to look after daily. And a 3 storey house to clean lol. So i'm really active ... But stop when my body tells me to. Hoping this leads to a straight forward birth. Will confirm in 11 weeks.
     
    #9 sarahdilan, Nov 13, 2011
  10. Lara310809

    Lara310809 Mum of 3 girls

    Joined:
    Jul 22, 2009
    Messages:
    8,430
    Likes Received:
    0
    EDIT - totally misread the question and posted. Reread and realised I actually can't help you :blush:
     
    #10 Lara310809, Nov 13, 2011
  11. Laurenmomma

    Laurenmomma Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Oct 4, 2010
    Messages:
    5,911
    Likes Received:
    0
    Hiya, i swam twice a week with dd and was very active and had an amazing labour! i no its not proper workouts but im feeling it this time as dd been unwell so been unable to do much exercise wise!

    and my labour with dd was 1 hour 40 mins with 20 mins pushing!! i think i had the stamina at the time haha xx
     
    #11 Laurenmomma, Nov 13, 2011
(You must log in or sign up to post here.)

Share This Page

monitoring_string = "c48fb0faa520c8dfff8c4deab485d3d2"
Toggle Width
Style
BabyandBump
Baby and Bump
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...
    Dismiss Notice