Swimming is one of the most beneficial activities in all but the first three months of pregnancy. The support and buoyancy of the water reduces the load on the body, so swimming provides relaxation for both the expectant mother and the baby.
If your baby continues to develop in a healthy way, that is, if its development is in line with its week, if you do not feel a sudden change when you enter the sea or pool, and if your doctor says that you can swim easily as a result of the tests and examinations, you can continue swimming.
If you meet these conditions, you can swim in the sea and pool while pregnant. You can enjoy the pool or the sea without worrying.
Should I swim in the sea or pool during pregnancy?
If the pool water is constantly purified and hygienized, there is nothing to prevent you from entering the pool. However, we do not recommend you to enter pools where these conditions are not met and especially where children enter. Skin infections, urinary tract infections, eye infections and vaginal infections are common with swimming in a pool. During pregnancy, we recommend swimming in the sea because it is cleaner.
Can you enter thermal waters during pregnancy?
We do not recommend any action that will increase body temperature during pregnancy due to concerns that it may have a negative effect on the development of the baby. In addition, the risk of infection is higher in high-temperature stagnant water.
What are the benefits of swimming during pregnancy
Swimming is one of the most beneficial activities for pregnant women. Swimming for half an hour 2-3 days a week is very beneficial for both the expectant mother and the baby. If we list these benefits,
- Prevents back and lower back pain
- Provides psychological relief by reducing stress
- Reduces nausea and vomiting, which are more common in the first months of pregnancy
- Prevents excess weight gain
- Reduces complaints of weakness and fatigue
- Positive contribution to vaginal birth by strengthening the muscles
- Reduces sleep problems
- Increases the oxygen intake of the expectant mother and baby by accelerating blood circulation in the body
Swimming and heat can cause fluid loss in the body, which can lead to cramps. For this reason, no matter how well you know how to swim, it is useful to swim with someone with you if you do not want to go out too far.
We recommend not going outside, especially between 11 am and 4 pm, drinking plenty of fluids, using high-factor sunscreen, changing the swimsuit as soon as you get out of the water, taking a shower and sitting in a dry swimsuit.
