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Obstetrician Gynaecologist
Doctor of Medicine, University of Athens Medical School
Panagiotis Polyzos, Gynaecologist Obstetrician, is active at the Institute of Life - IVF Unit of Iaso Maternity Hospital.
It is important to receive specialized prenatal care from your doctor and midwife as soon as you discover that you are pregnant, so schedule your first appointment early.
Right away, it is a good idea to start avoiding things that are not safe for your baby’s development. These include alcohol, certain medications, specific foods, and more. Ask what is safe and what is not, and seek advice from your doctor about the changes you should make.
Adopting healthy habits will help both you and your baby thrive. For example, start taking folic acid. Follow a nutritious diet, find pregnancy-friendly ways to exercise, and create the right conditions for good sleep. Again, speak with your doctor about what is appropriate for you.
Make sure you maintain proper nutrition during pregnancy. You may need to adjust what you eat, how much you eat, and how often you eat.
You may find that sleep becomes difficult or uncomfortable, especially during the first and third trimesters of pregnancy. Experts say that sleeping on your left side is best for you and your baby during the second half of pregnancy.
Pregnancy can affect your emotional health because hormonal changes are numerous and significant. You may experience heightened emotional sensitivity or feel moody or anxious. At least 1 in 10 pregnant women suffer from episodes of depression.
Most women have 10 to 15 prenatal visits. Even if you feel well, your doctor will monitor your baby with an ultrasound, check your blood pressure, and your urine. Throughout pregnancy, you will undergo a series of tests to check your health, as well as specialized tests on the fetus to rule out various anatomical and chromosomal abnormalities.
Few women experience a complication during pregnancy and require special care and closer monitoring to ensure the best possible outcome. About 1 in 10 pregnant women need to remain on bed rest so that the pregnancy can continue safely.
