Fasting during pregnancy

Dalam keadaan aku sekarang ada yang cakap tak payah la puasa masa tengah sarat macam ni, ganti aje puasa yang tertinggal tu and bayar fidyah. Ada pulak yang cakap, kalau boleh tahan lapar and dahaga might as well puasa aje. It's all up to you actually. So disebabkan aku nakkan kepastian (after asking pendapat family members), saja la aku Google article yang berkaitan tentang berpuasa semasa mengandung ni..

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Is it safe?

..... And it may depend on the many other factors, such as:

* What stage of pregnancy you are in
* How long the fast is
* If Ramadan coincides with hot weather and long days
* Your general health before pregnancy

Are there warning signs I should know about?

Contact your doctor if:

* You feel dizzy, faint, weak or tired. Rest for half an hour to see if you feel better. If there is no change, talk to your doctor.
* You become nauseous or start vomiting.
* There is a noticeable change in your baby's movements. If you feel that your baby is not moving around or kicking as much, it is very important to see your doctor.
* You become very thirsty, or your urine becomes dark-colored and strong-smelling. This is a sign of dehydration.
* You notice contraction-like pains. This could be a sign of premature labor and you should talk to your doctor straight away.
* You are not putting on weight, or are losing weight.
* You develop a headache, other pains, or a fever.

How can I make fasting in pregnancy easier?

You can:

* Plan your days so that you can take regular rests.
* Avoid walking long distances and carrying anything heavy.
* Keep cool - you can become dehydrated quickly and that's not good for you or your baby.
* Cut down on housework and do as little as possible.
* Ask other women in your family for tips ans suggestions about how to cope while you are pregnant.
* Eat wisely when you break your fast.

Generally, just take things easy and accept help when it is offered. Although the rest of your family and friends may stay up late, you may need to make this particular Ramadan a more quiet and restful time.

Source: arabiaenglish.babycenter.com/pregnancy

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To read more on the topic, just click Fasting in pregnancy.. Kalau sesiapa yang ada experience tentang puasa semasa mengandung ni ataupun memang tak puasa langsung sepanjang mengandung, feel free to share :)