The fifth month of pregnancy

May 17, 2012

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The fifth month of pregnancy   - A period of the equator for a woman carrying a child. The kid starts to move actively, and sometimes perturbation is already feeling not only the expectant mother, but other people. 5 month of pregnancy - a time when most likely it is already possible to know what the sex of a future child. Actively growing belly, so you need to be adjusted wardrobe to pregnant feel most comfortable.

The development of the child in the fifth month of pregnancy

To convince physicians, the fifth month of the baby can already hear and even to distinguish between sounds and voices. Already at this stage, it is starting to recognize the timbre of the voices of their parents.

Gradually, the work of the body included endocrine glands   fetus. This month, they begin to work actively to ensure the fruit it needs hormones . Also, the child begins to function the spleen, which produces a lot lymphocytes   and monocytes Responsible for the protective functions of the organism. It is the responsibility of the spleen include tracking quality erythrocyte That are produced by the bone marrow. Thus, the red blood cells, which have a defect, sort and destroyed.

Especially pregnant, 17 weeks which is often marked by increasing tremors kid is a gradual increase in its activity. The body of the baby during this period covers the so-called vernix - Cheesy whitish substance. This sebum mixed with flakes of the epidermis. Most dense layers of the substance found in the fetus on the scalp, behind the ears, the bending of the limbs. In the following weeks the baby takes a passive tab immunity It continues the rapid growth of muscles and bones. Gradually, by the end of the fifth month, the fetus becomes more and more features that make it look like a newborn. The body becomes more round, fluff covering the skin darkens. By the end of five months of pregnancy, the fetus will grow to about 25 cm, and his weight is about 300-400 grams.

In the fifth month of pregnancy, a woman usually takes second ultrasonography During which the fruit can be considered in more detail. Thus, the doctor can eliminate a number of possible defects of the baby. During this study provided the opportunity to learn and sex of the child. However, in some cases, the position of the baby can not be determined, boy or a girl.

The appearance of a woman five months pregnant

If initially pregnancy, 18 weeks of which a woman slowly and rather slowly gaining weight, not particularly noticeable around the people, for the fifth month of pregnancy is characterized by a more intensive weight gain women. Normal weight gain for this month is considered to be three kilograms. However, every pregnant woman should take into account the fact that in the process of carrying a child weight gain can occur not gradually, but a kind of jumps. Therefore, in each individual case, the number dialed kilograms can differ.

During this period the woman is possible sharp rise in the hair, which sometimes appear in rather unexpected places - for example, on the back, on the abdomen. At the same time the hair on your head become much thicker, silkier. Also significantly improved the condition of nails: they become longer and stronger. The fact is that during pregnancy, blood flow becomes more intensive, respectively, the amount of mineral nutrients in the female body is also increased. However, we must note that after birth such positive changes, unfortunately, tend to disappear.

Sex in the fifth month of pregnancy

At 5 months pregnant, many women say that their sex life is more harmonious. This is explained partly by the fact that during the second trimester of pregnancy, the expectant mother being, as a rule, good. Some women becomes much easier to feel an orgasm during sex. True, there are those who no longer feel it at all.

Such changes - is the result of fluctuations hormonal . After the baby is born, all these features will disappear.

Health on the fifth month of pregnancy

Gradually, pregnancy 20 weeks, which is already behind us, it becomes more visible, increasing stomach, and it always affects the overall health of the expectant mother. When walking or other physical activities, she can already feel a little shortness of breath. The frequency of urination is also increasing: in toilet have to get up at night. Gradually increase the size of breasts. When pregnancy 5 months is breast changes were less noticeable, it continues to evolve, sometimes in women from the nipples, a small quantity of colostrum. This is normal in this period, so no excitement, no discomfort, it should not cause.

There may be some problems with the skin, which become too dry. In some places, the skin may begin to peel off until the occurrence of attacks of small itching. In such phenomena can seek the advice of the attending gynecologist or use special means for pregnant women, which are designed for skin care.

At this time, the woman must take all measures to prevent the manifestation Varicose Veins . To do this, first of all, we should completely abandon the shoes with heels. And women who have a tendency to problems with veins, it is strongly recommended to wear special tights, which can be purchased at the pharmacy. Perhaps we should think about a new pair of walking shoes, because the size of the legs of the pregnant women often increases slightly.

After about 20 weeks of pregnancy, some women are recommended to wear a special bandage, which helps to maintain the abdomen. However, this should only be done if the doctor confirmed that the child is already in the correct position - cephalic presentation. Such a bandage warn reverse "reversal" of the fetus, as well as help avoid stretch marks on the skin that appear in connection with its stretching. In addition, the shroud a woman is easier to move.

Position in sleep during pregnancy, 19 weeks of which women experience less noticeable inconvenience, as it is already necessary to adjust. The stomach is increased and sleeping in the prone position, and the back becomes inconvenient. The optimal sleep posture for pregnant women experts determine the position on the left side, while placing a pillow between your legs, or with his legs crossed. In this posture during sleep the blood flow is activated, it improves the function of the kidneys, and eventually the fruit gets more he needed nutrients. The products of metabolism are excreted more intense, and she does not complain of swelling.

A pregnant woman, residing at 5 months, should not lift heavy things and objects. The maximum weight that you can lift and carry, is five kilograms. If lifting is unavoidable, it is extremely important to do it right - gradually and not abruptly. It should be a little legs apart and bend your knees, not to bend at the waist.

What worries a woman five months pregnant

During 5 months of pregnancy, the expectant mother can mark certain phenomena, both physical and psychological, that it is concerned. It may be too intense fetal movement, expression constipation . Heartburn , Intermittent bowel disorder . Perhaps the constant feeling of blockage in the nasal passages and running nose , The periodic appearance of headaches, dizziness, too copious cables , Bleeding gums. Also, a woman bears a child, in this period can suffer from leg cramps, swelling of extremities, varicose veins. In the back, you may receive intermittent or constant pain on the face and skin of the abdomen arise pigmentation . Pigmentation darkish vertical line appears on the belly, and the so-called chloasma   - Dark spots - appears on the face. Sometimes, due to the friction of some parts of the skin of pregnant women appear birthmarks   or Warts Which, in most cases, disappeared after birth. At this time, can significantly amplify appetite. Expectant mother notes that the mood changes she now occur less frequently. She gradually realizes that such a pregnancy, resulting periodic feels distraction and fatigue.

It is important to rest as much as possible and in any case to prevent physical and mental overload.

Fainting during pregnancy

In the fifth month fainting   and dizziness   Many pregnant women are concerned .  There are a number of reasons that explain such phenomena .  Thus, vertigo may be a consequence of a significant change in the proportions between the blood volume and the volume of blood vessels .  This state provokes and the constant pressure of the uterus, which is growing rapidly in the blood vessels .  Some women at this time is shown a so-called orthostatic hypotension .  This vertigo, which occur when abruptly changing the position of the body, for example in the process of getting up .  Therefore, pregnant women are strongly encouraged at all times to change the position of the body is very smooth, not sharp .  To avoid fainting, it is important to eat regularly and fully, as a result of starvation may decrease blood sugar levels of pregnant .  Syncope can also be the consequence of insufficient amounts of oxygen in the room .  However, the manifestation of frequent fainting woman should always consult with your doctor because it may indicate the development of anemia   or other illnesses.

If you experience dizziness pregnant woman should lie down and give the legs elevated position. If there is no opportunity to lie down, you need to sit down and tilt your head forward or stand on one knee, and tilted his head.

Back pain during pregnancy

Pain in the back of a pregnancy occurs due to the relaxation of femoral-sacral joints. This happens because the body is preparing for a baby born. In addition, due to the rapid growth of the belly of a pregnant body posture changes, and it to avoid losing balance instinctively retracts shoulders. Pregnant whose correct posture, usually from back pain does not suffer.

In order to back pain do not occur very rapidly, already five months pregnant should consider some points. First of all, it is important to monitor the woman's own body weight. If the weight is increasing too fast, the load on the spine is also increasing. It should be worn only convenient and stable shoes, not stand a long time in the same position.

A pregnant woman should sleep on a firm mattress only. If he strongly bent under it need to enclose something smooth and solid. Wearing a brace or belt for pregnant women also helps to reduce pain in the spine.

Women need to pay attention to the fact whether it is properly seated. Do not put the foot on the leg while sitting, because this situation provokes a heavy load on his back. Feet is desirable to put on the platform, and support for the spine would let the chair. It is important to "sit up" and periodically to walk a few minutes.

Not recommended for a long time to raise the hands up: in that position back muscles tense up strongly. To reduce the pain in the back, you can take a warm bath or do a few special physical exercises that will tell the doctor.

Power in the fifth month of pregnancy

During this period, a woman may suffer from periodic bouts of heartburn. To prevent them, should always drink the juice of fresh potatoes, jelly drink, eat grated carrots. The correct approach to nutrition during the gestation of the child is also important to prevent problems with the condition of the teeth, which often occur with the development of the fetus. In the second trimester of pregnancy, it is important to include in the diet of many foods that contain calcium, try to reduce the amount of sugar eaten. It helps strengthen the gums vitamin C . Consequently, the need to constantly eat foods that contain this vitamin. The daily diet should be zbalansirovannym, food - nutritious. However, the total caloric intake should not be too high.

Dangers in the fifth month of pregnancy

In rare cases, in the period between the 12th and 20th weeks of pregnancy can occur spontaneously Abortions . Abortion at 5 months is due to inflammation in the uterus or in the children's place. Sometimes a miscarriage can occur as a consequence of surgical operations on the pelvic vessels, the use of certain medications. It is also possible separation of placenta from the uterus prematurely, the termination of the production of hormones that are responsible for normal pregnancy. In addition, the trigger on late term miscarriage may communicable diseases, chronic illnesses, the anatomical features of the uterus, as well as heavy stress .

A woman should know that the main features of the development of the pathological process is the allocation of a pink or brown color, which extend more than two days, the presence of cramps, bleeding. If any such indication exists, it is important to immediately contact your doctor.

Sometimes a pregnant woman in this period there are pains in the abdomen, which are associated with the process of stretching the nodes and muscles that support the uterus. The pain may have a different character - she is like cramping, stabbing, and a long and dull. Such manifestations - a normal variant. However, if this condition appears on the background of elevated temperature, bleeding, severe discharge, fainting, it is important to immediately consult a doctor.

References

Experts do not object to the travel of pregnant women at this stage of pregnancy. But before that, the expectant mother should consult a doctor and be examined. Travel in any case should not bore a woman, therefore, we can not allow it to be a distant and dangerous. With a sure to grab the map with a history of pregnancy, a first aid kit.

Fi.zicheskaya activity in the fifth month of pregnancy and is not contraindicated. However, doing exercise, you need to remember about their own position. Therefore, it is advisable to do a special set of simple exercises for pregnant women, it is also useful on this term to swim.