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Second Trimester

Second Trimester

Some say their second trimester is their easiest. Your body is fast adapting to pregnancy changes and your baby is growing quickly. We show you all you need to know about your baby’s development, side effects of the hormonal surge in your body plus other weekly changes you should be on the lookout for. Stay sane and satiate your desire to devour pregnancy facts and progress about your second trimester here!

Popular questions for second trimester

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Hi Moms and Dads, This is our first pregnancy. Our pregnancy due date is 4th sept and just passed due date but no signed of baby arrival. An

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Is it safe to have Brazilian waxing during 32 weeks?

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Hi does anyone here experience non contraction when already come to due date? Because i already on my due date but didnt have any contractio

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Recipes for second trimester

Asparagus & Mushroom Frittata

1st trimester

Honey Glazed Salmon with Lemon

Birthing Brew

Birthing Smoothie

Chicken Roast with Longan and Dates Stuffing

Mutton Soup with Dang Gui

Sicilian Pasta with Sardines and Beans

Zucchini, Pea, and Kale Puree

Spinach Meatballs

Baked Breakfast Sandwiches

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Food to eat

Lion's mane mushroom ✅>
The safety of lion's mane mushroom is not studied in pregnant women. It may be safe when properly cooked, and provide you with nutrients as well. However, we urge you to discuss it with your doctor before eating, as there is nothing there that you cannot already get from other foods.
Pea shoots ✅>
Pregnant women can safely eat pea shoots. They contain folate which is essential for baby's brain development and to prevent conditions like spina bifida. Other nutrients in pea shoots contribute to overall health while boosting immunity. Wash pea shoots well before cooking and do not eat them raw.
Quail eggs ✅>
Quail eggs contain nearly 20 kinds of nutrients needed by human body, and they are also easily absorbed. They can help prevent high blood pressure during pregnancy. However, cholesterol in quail eggs is very high so don't eat too many and never eat raw.

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Activities you can do in second trimester

Can I have anal sex? ✅>
Hi there! For was long as you have no complications, yes you can have anal sex. Just make sure you have plenty of lubricant!
Can I take the walkalator? ✅>
Yes, you can take the walkalator. Just support yourself by holding the handrail, okay?
Can I take pictures? ✅>
Hello mum-to-be! Yes you may take pictures so long as you're not putting yourself in stressful situations. Twisting yourself into a pretzel to get a perfect shot is NOT going to do you any good so just watch it!

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Food to avoid

Cowherb seed (王不留行) ❌>
Cowherb seed is unsafe for pregnant women. These seeds contain saponins which can be toxic if ingested in large amounts.
Rockmelon ❌>
Despite it having many nutrients, rockmelon should be avoided in pregnancy due to the risk of salmonella or listeria bacteria that can transfer from the outer skin of the fruit. These bacteria can cause severe food poisoning.
Honeysuckle ❌>
There isn’t a lot of reliable information about honeysuckle's effects during pregnancy, it's best to stay on the safe side and avoid using it. It is also used by some as birth control, so it may affect your pregnancy adversely.

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Activities you can do in second trimester

Can I have anal sex? ✅>
Hi there! For was long as you have no complications, yes you can have anal sex. Just make sure you have plenty of lubricant!
Can I take the walkalator? ✅>
Yes, you can take the walkalator. Just support yourself by holding the handrail, okay?
Can I take pictures? ✅>
Hello mum-to-be! Yes you may take pictures so long as you're not putting yourself in stressful situations. Twisting yourself into a pretzel to get a perfect shot is NOT going to do you any good so just watch it!

Check more on theAsianparent app

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 apply essential balm oil? ❌>
Hi mummy! Please be wary of these. The main ingredient of essential balm oil may sometimes cause miscarriage, so just be careful about what you use. When in doubt, ask your doctor.
Can I use the treadmill? ❌>
Hi mummy! Perhaps on a slow or lower setting, this would be ok. But again, it is a concern that some machines have been known to malfunction, and the speed and incline may change. It would be good if there was a fitness expert that was with you whilst you operate the treadmill, just in case. And please stay to the setting that will be beneficial to you and not stress you out.

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Pregnancy Week by Week

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Recipes for second trimester

Asparagus & Mushroom Frittata

1st trimester

Honey Glazed Salmon with Lemon

Birthing Brew

Birthing Smoothie

Chicken Roast with Longan and Dates Stuffing

Mutton Soup with Dang Gui

Sicilian Pasta with Sardines and Beans

Zucchini, Pea, and Kale Puree

Spinach Meatballs

Baked Breakfast Sandwiches

Check more recipes on theAsianparent app

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