Second Trimester: Baby Development & Pregnancy Concerns

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Activities you can do in second trimester

Can I have an MRI? ✅>
Hi, pregnant mummy! You will have to go through a battery of tests during your pregnancy to ensure your health and your baby's, and an MRI is one of them. The best time to do MRI is around 28 weeks of pregnancy. It can diagnose paediatric intracranial dysplasia and foetal congenital defects.
Can I lie on one side? ✅>
Hi preggy mummy! Actually this is one of the most recommended position of sleep that doctors give. Also try it out on the left side, they say that helps with the blood flow. Make sure your tummy is just supported properly by a propped up pillow.
Can I walk through a metal detector? ✅>
HI Mummy! Though there are a lot of concerns about possible harmful radiation levels in metal detectors, there is no study that says they cause any harm to the mummy or baby walking through them, regardless of what type of scanner they use. So don't worry mummy: walk on!

Food to avoid

Activities you can do in second trimester

Can I have an MRI? ✅>
Hi, pregnant mummy! You will have to go through a battery of tests during your pregnancy to ensure your health and your baby's, and an MRI is one of them. The best time to do MRI is around 28 weeks of pregnancy. It can diagnose paediatric intracranial dysplasia and foetal congenital defects.
Can I lie on one side? ✅>
Hi preggy mummy! Actually this is one of the most recommended position of sleep that doctors give. Also try it out on the left side, they say that helps with the blood flow. Make sure your tummy is just supported properly by a propped up pillow.
Can I walk through a metal detector? ✅>
HI Mummy! Though there are a lot of concerns about possible harmful radiation levels in metal detectors, there is no study that says they cause any harm to the mummy or baby walking through them, regardless of what type of scanner they use. So don't worry mummy: walk on!

Activities you should avoid in second trimester

Can I apply medical plaster? ❌>
Hi mummy, maybe just make sure that the medical plaster is safe for you during the pregnancy. Ask your doctor for more information.
Can I use essential oils? ❌>
Hiya mummy! Now the make up of essential oils are complex, and some promote uterine contractions, leading to premature birth or miscarriage. It may be better that you don't use them for now. Consult your doctor if you want to know more about this.
Can I get eyebrow tattoo? ❌>
Hi mummy! Sadly it's not allowed to get any sort of tattoo during pregnancy because it is a scare that the ink may contaminate your baby through the blood stream. Best to do this when you've fully recovered if you really want to do it.

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