We've got a bit of a sensitive topic as we cover the relationship (if there is any) between exercising in pregnancy and the cause of miscarriage. If you've ever felt nervous to exercise in pregnancy because you fear harming the baby, this episode is going to help reduce that fear and anxiety by giving you the research-based facts. From that information, you can choose to do what you feel is best for your body from an empowered place!
In this episode you'll learn:
- why many moms are nervous to exercise in pregnancy
- research based facts on exercise and pregnancy loss
- to release fear and self-blame
- safety tips for your pregnancy workouts
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Sources:
Davenport, M.H., Kathol, A.J., Mottola, M.F., et al. (2019). Prenatal exercise is not associated with fetal mortality: a systematic review and meta-analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 53, 108-115.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pregnancy-loss-miscarriage/symptoms-causes/syc-20354298
Ozawa, N., Ogawa, K., Sasaki, A., Mitsui, M., Wada, S., & Sago, H. (2019). Maternal age, history of miscarriage, and embryonic/fetal size are associated with cytogenetic results of spontaneous early miscarriages. Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics. 36(4), 749–757.
Wilcox, A.J., Weinberg, C.R., O’Connor, J.F., Baird, D.D., Schlatterer, J.P., Canfield, R.E. (1988). Incidence of early loss of pregnancy. New England Journal of Medicine. 319, 89-94.
