{"id":2611,"date":"2018-08-31T10:07:07","date_gmt":"2018-08-31T10:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cryoviva.com.sg\/?p=2611"},"modified":"2023-06-03T17:28:06","modified_gmt":"2023-06-03T09:28:06","slug":"preparing-for-pregnancy-parenthood-beyond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/preparing-for-pregnancy-parenthood-beyond\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing for Pregnancy, Parenthood &#038; Beyond&#8230;"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2611\" class=\"elementor elementor-2611\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8aa5065 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"8aa5065\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e170243\" data-id=\"e170243\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ec3f04 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6ec3f04\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.13.1 - 09-05-2023 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Preparing for Pregnancy, Parenthood & Beyond\u2026<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-966f065 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"966f065\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.13.1 - 09-05-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"923\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/shutterstock_1040944906-923x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2612\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/shutterstock_1040944906-923x1024.jpg 923w, https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/shutterstock_1040944906-270x300.jpg 270w, https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/shutterstock_1040944906-768x852.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/shutterstock_1040944906.jpg 1442w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 923px) 100vw, 923px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-46b8657 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"46b8657\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.13.1 - 09-05-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<div class=\"btArticleContent \"><div class=\"bt_bb_wrapper\"><p>You\u2019ve decided to plunge into pregnancy, but have you considered some of the lifestyle changes you need to undergo? How prepared are you for pregnancy? Remember having to prepare for examinations at school? Going through any major lifestyle change requires some preparation. Let\u2019s consider some things you need to do during this preparation for pregnancy and parenthood:<\/p><ol><li>Give Up Smoking<\/li><\/ol><p>If you\u2019re a smoker or have a partner who smokes, consider quitting before becoming pregnant. Smoking can have a negative impact on both your fertility rates. For instance, men who smoke tend to have a lower sperm count, while women who smoke take a longer time to conceive. Smoking also can cause complications during pregnancy. Hence, it would be a great time to give up smoking before you start your parenting journey.<\/p><ol start=\"2\"><li>Maintaining A Healthy Diet<\/li><\/ol><p>As you prepare for pregnancy, you might like to consider cutting out foods that aren\u2019t healthy. Limit your intake of alcohol and add lots of fresh foods into your diet. Make sure you have a varied diet rich in necessary nutrients and take supplements if required.<\/p><ol start=\"3\"><li>Maintain A Healthy Weight<\/li><\/ol><p>Your weight can affect your changes of conceiving and impact your pregnancy. Make sure to maintain the ideal weight for your height. Avoid sugary foods with low nutrition.<\/p><ol start=\"4\"><li>Start Exercising<\/li><\/ol><p>Being fit will help you in your pregnancy and your journey during parenthood. You\u2019re going to need those extra muscles to be toting around your baby, stroller and the accompanying changing bags! Start with just 30 minutes a day!<\/p><ol start=\"5\"><li>Stock up on Folate<\/li><\/ol><p>Make sure to eat food high in folic acid to prevent birth defects in baby\u2019s head and spine. Consider adding folate enriched foods in your diet prior to conceiving.<\/p><p>Of course, there are things than the above points to consider as you embark on your parenting journey. Make sure to read widely and talk to your own parents as you move forward.<\/p><p><strong><em>Interested in reading more\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cryoviva.com.sgpregnancy-mother-baby-care-tips\/\"><strong><em>pregnancy and maternity tips<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em>?<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p>You will find a collection of articles here on pregnancy diet and nutrition, exercise &amp; fitness during and post pregnancy, emotional wellness and more. Check out a few from the list below:<\/p><ol><li><a href=\"https:\/\/cryoviva.com.sgstay-safe-while-you-exercise-during-pregnancy\/\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Stay safe while you exercise during pregnancy.&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:829,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;7&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:4,&quot;12&quot;:0}\">Stay safe while you exercise during pregnancy.<\/span><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/cryoviva.com.sgwhat-is-natural-family-planning-and-how-can-it-benefit-me\/\">What Is Natural Family Planning And How Can It Benefit Me?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/cryoviva.com.sgnursing-a-fever-during-your-pregnancy\/\">Nursing A Fever During Your Pregnancy?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/cryoviva.com.sglessons-only-parents-can-learn\/\">Lessons Only Parents Can Learn<\/a><\/li><\/ol><p><em><b>As a leading\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cryoviva.com.sg\">cord blood bank in Singapore<\/a>, Cryoviva offers a high-quality and world-class service to ensure you discover the benefits of umbilical cord stem cell storage and treatment.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cryoviva.com.sgcontact-us\/\">Contact us<\/a> now or WhatsApp us on +65-8339 8482. <br \/><\/b><\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Preparing for Pregnancy, Parenthood &#038; Beyond\u2026 You\u2019ve decided to plunge into pregnancy, but have you considered some of the lifestyle changes you need to undergo? How prepared are you for pregnancy? Remember having to prepare for examinations at school? Going through any major lifestyle change requires some preparation. Let\u2019s consider some things you need to do during this preparation for pregnancy and parenthood: Give Up Smoking If you\u2019re a smoker or have a partner who [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":9363,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"elementor_header_footer","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2611"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2611"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2611\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17265,"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2611\/revisions\/17265"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9363"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2611"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2611"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontarget-media.com\/cryoviva_new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2611"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}