Comments on: Exercise During The Third-trimester?

By: CP

CP — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:38:40 +0000

yes i was exhausted with all of my pregnancies. you should talk to your dr at your next appt. it sounds like you may be anemic, its very common for women to become anemic during pregnancy. its not a big deal the dr will prescribe some iron or just have you buy some over the counter. but talk to your dr first, they need to do blood work. don’t just take it without talking to your dr. you can try to eat more red meat and green veggies like spinach, until you have your next appt.

By: Chelsie's here!

Chelsie's here! — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:33:18 +0000

I am so tired the last thing I can do is think about anything but sitting and relaxing. You can always get your excercise after the baby is here. I’m not saying you shouldnt do anything, but take it easy. You only have 5 more weeks. You arent likely to gain a lot in that time from what I’ve read.

By: Jeju

Jeju — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:28:28 +0000

this is perfectly normal.. As your body is preparing you for the big day and your due is nearing, it s usual you feel all these symptoms.. Do take rest, rest and rest and dont strain much yourself because you need to save some energy for the big day. Dont get exhausted by doing too much

By: Busy Mommy of 3

Busy Mommy of 3 — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:23:14 +0000

I know exactly how you are feeling. With my first pregnancy I stayed active up until about 36 weeks when I just felt like I couldn’t do any type of exercise anymore. I was weak and tired. So I find this very normal. Any exercise you can do, even if it is just stretching, is better than nothing. And if you feel that makes you too tired do not do it. You have been active this entire pregnancy and that will help during labor and recovery. If you need to rest, that is what your body is telling you, listen to it!
With my second pregnancy my OB made me stop my regular exercise program due to preterm labor symptoms. I was only allowed to do yoga. I really feel that the exercise I maintained throughout my entire first pregnancy really helped with delivery and made recovery much easier and faster. So you will be in good shape for your marathon coming up (labor)!
Good luck to you!