Four must-do physical examinations before pregnancy

Under the guidance of experts, Liu Jun and Shen Li began to strictly follow various "rules and regulations" such as diet and medication before pregnancy. Shen Li, who hopes to "win the lottery", is now at the critical juncture of one to three months before pregnancy. Pre-pregnancy physical examinations and attention to dietary adjustments have become her biggest concerns.

　　Rubella and hepatitis B vaccinations in the first three months of pregnancy

Professor Wang Qi, chief physician at Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, said that within the three months before pregnancy, there are four physical examinations that are very important for expectant mothers: reproductive system examination, full set of fetal anomaly examination, liver function test and routine urine test to rule out pregnancy risks.

In addition, special pregnant women, such as those with diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity, need to undergo special tests to ensure that the mother and fetus can smoothly go through the entire pregnancy and delivery period. Experts also recommend that it is best to get two vaccines at this time, rubella vaccine and hepatitis B vaccine. Because once the expectant mother is infected with these two diseases, the virus will be vertically transmitted to the fetus. Therefore, it is best to get vaccinated three months before pregnancy.

　Women who take oral contraceptives get pregnant again two months after stopping taking them

Professor Ma Yanyan, chief obstetrician at Beijing Wuzhou Women's Hospital, stressed that women who take oral contraceptives for a long time should stop taking them for two months before conceiving. Women who use intrauterine devices (IUDs) and are planning to get pregnant should ask their doctors to remove the devices before planning to get pregnant.

　Skin care products should have sun protection function

In autumn and winter, Beijing's climate becomes increasingly dry, so skin care is on the agenda. Professor Ma Yanyan reminds that pregnant mothers will naturally improve their defense capabilities, making their skin sensitive and "alert", so they should be extra careful in choosing skin care products, and should try to choose products that are fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and have no or few additives. When cleansing, choose makeup remover oils and baby oils made from pure vegetable oils or pure mineral oils, soap-free facial soaps, baby soaps, etc.

Because pregnant women's skin is particularly sensitive to light, skin care products should be selected with sunscreen function to prevent the formation of severe pregnancy spots. Try to choose pure physical sunscreen and non-greasy products. In addition, some expectant mothers will get acne during pregnancy, and some active ingredients in anti-acne products should be used with caution in the first three months of pregnancy. Makeup (such as lipstick, nail polish) and hair dyes should be especially taboo in the first three months of pregnancy.

　Pregnancy Exercise Guide

Men who are planning to have a baby should not ride a bicycle for long distances

1. Women should exercise for at least 15 to 30 minutes a day before pregnancy, and it is generally best to do it in a place with fresh air.

2. Men may consider exercising for 30-45 minutes every day, but strenuous running or long-distance cycling are not suitable for men who are preparing for pregnancy.

Note: Exercise before pregnancy should not cause fatigue, and you should wear loose clothing to facilitate heat dissipation.

Ask "pregnancy"

　Q. It is said that if you want to have a girl, the mother should eat more acidic foods and the father should eat more alkaline foods; if you want to have a boy, the opposite is true. Is there any basis for this?

A: The acid-base environment does have a certain impact on whether you have a boy or a girl, but the probability is only relatively higher, not absolute. Don't take random foods or medicines to pursue this probability, as this is not good for your health. It is better to maintain a balanced nutrition.

　Q: Breast diseases are common among young women. If you have breast diseases, can you still get pregnant and breastfeed? 　

A: It depends on the specific breast disease. Some breast diseases will not affect childbirth and breastfeeding, but can be improved to varying degrees through childbirth and breastfeeding, while others are not suitable for breastfeeding. It is recommended that women with breast diseases have a detailed prenatal checkup before preparing for pregnancy, and consult experts to understand the extent to which their disease affects breastfeeding.

　Q: Are more expensive radiation protection suits better? How to choose? 　

A: The medical community has not yet fully confirmed its benefits, and some people are still discussing whether it is harmful. There is no scientific conclusion yet. Whether the price, quality and function of radiation protection clothing are necessarily related remains to be scientifically verified.