Are you pregnant or planning to conceive?
Pregnancy is a big change in the lives of many women, particularly so if it’s their first time around. Pregnancy demands that substantial lifestyle and routine changes are made. This is because your body is undergoing many hormonal and physical changes. Later, your center of gravity will also shift as you accommodate for a growing life in your belly.
Many routine tasks will need to be adjusted and that includes house cleaning too. You can still clean the house when pregnant since light activity is, in fact, recommended during pregnancy. Some activities, however, will become strictly off limits. You should not even think about attempting them. The activities below can physically hurt and stunt the development of your baby.
Avoid Heavy Loads
Leave the heavy lifting for the men in the house while pregnant. Do not even think about moving heavy loads for even short distances. Pregnancy exerts a lot of weight and pressure on your lower back. This pressure only increases as your pregnancy comes along. You do not need to add further weight to all that.
You can not only permanently damage your spine if you persist but also increase the risk of injury to the baby.
Cleaning Pet Litter
You should never go within a two meter radius of pet litter during pregnancy. Cleaning up your pet litter is a necessary if tedious task of owning our furry companions. You should take a step back this one time. Assign responsibility to your spouse or house help for the task.
This is because litter contains many pathogens and contaminants. These can be dangerous for your health during pregnancy. Cat stool contains the parasite responsible for toxoplasmosis. This condition can impair and stunt the development of your baby. Never make the mistake of taking this risk, even once.
Avoid Chemical Cleaners and Applicants
Your body becomes sensitive in many ways during pregnancy. This is due to the hormonal and chemical changes happening in your body. Your immune system can become more reactive because of these changes.
You should thus avoid using any heavy chemical products. Detergents, insecticides, and other similar products should be off limits. Vacate the room when insect spray is being used or ensure good ventilation.
Leave Ceilings and Fans for Others
Unless you have a very low ceiling, chances are you need a stepping tool to clean the ceiling. Attempting to clean the ceiling in pregnancy should be forbidden. It is an active risk to not only the baby but also your own life.
You already have a lot of weight to balance in pregnancy. You do not need to take the risk of stepping up on small platforms and cleaning. Even the slightest mistake can cause you to fall and require an emergency hospital visit.
Conclusion
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