It’s no secret that exercise and pregnancy are an excellent mix – for most women. But not everyone needs to be hauling off to the gym for a session of free weights and elliptical trainers. Mixing exercise and pregnancy should be done carefully.

Are You Comfortable with the Mix?
Most exercise is perfectly fine during pregnancy and can actually help many pregnancy symptoms like nausea and muscle cramps. But some women become stressed when exercising. They worry about the welfare of their unborn baby. For women with history of miscarriage, bleeding and other symptoms of high-risk pregnancies, it might be best to lay low for a while – consult your doctor if you’re not sure.

Take it Easy
The first trimester is the easiest physically for exercise, but the worst in relation to feeling like it. Not only are you overwhelmed with the news, you’re also sick and bone tired. This is just a sign that starting now your exercise should be low key and easy. Take a walk to clear your head, or do a bit of water aerobics to stay loose and de-stress. You can continue these classes right up to delivery in most cases.