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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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How many months before your baby due date you will buy or get those products that needed ?

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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

Keto-friendly Beef Stroganoff

Easy Tofu Scramble

Beef Bone Broth

Turkey and Bean Burrito

Tarka Dahl

Ratatouille

Butternut Squash and Pear Puree

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Food to eat

Pesto ✅>
Yes, it is safe and healthy to eat delicious pesto in pregnancy. Containing wholesome ingredients like basil, pinenuts, parmesan cheese and olive oil, it packs a punch in both flavour and nutrients. Pinenuts are rich in proteins, which benefit your baby's development. Basil has antioxidant properties. If you are making pesto at home, make sure you wash the basil leaves very well.
Sardine ✅>
Eating sardines during pregnancy is safe and healthy. High in essential fatty acids, they are great for your baby's brain development and provide an important source of calcium for you.
Lotus root ✅>
Lotus root is easy to eat and high in nutritional value. Low in carbs and high in fibre and other nutrents, this tasy food is a nutritional all-rounder for pregnant mums.

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Activities you can do in second trimester

Can I fold clothes? ✅>
The work of folding clothes is not heavy, and of course you can do it during pregnancy. But, don't stay in the same position too long. Get up and walk for a while!
Can I ride a tuktuk? ✅>
Yes, you can ride in a tuktuk. But just make sure you're not being jostled too much!
Can I treat my athlete's foot? ✅>
Hi pregnant ladies. Pay attention to your athlete's foot treatment during pregnancy. Do not apply topical medicine too often and change your socks every day!

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Food to avoid

Popcorn ❌>
You can eat popcorn in moderation while pregnant. It has very little to no nutrition and is high in calories. It can easily lead to maternal obesity. Commercially bought popcorn is usually produced using artificial flavours, making it unfit for expecting women and harmful for your baby's neural development.
Cactus ❌>
Cactus is big no-no for mums-to-be to eat. Consuming this plant can cause strong uterine contractions which might lead to miscarriage or premature birth.
Female ginseng/Dongquai ❌>
Mums-to-be should avoid eating “female ginseng”, or Dongquai. It may cause premature birth and its estrogen-like effects can affect your hormone regulation.

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Activities you can do in second trimester

Can I fold clothes? ✅>
The work of folding clothes is not heavy, and of course you can do it during pregnancy. But, don't stay in the same position too long. Get up and walk for a while!
Can I ride a tuktuk? ✅>
Yes, you can ride in a tuktuk. But just make sure you're not being jostled too much!
Can I treat my athlete's foot? ✅>
Hi pregnant ladies. Pay attention to your athlete's foot treatment during pregnancy. Do not apply topical medicine too often and change your socks every day!

Check more on theAsianparent app

Activities you should avoid in second trimester

Can I smoke? ❌>
Pregnant women should definitely not smoke, neither should they be around smokers. Smoking (even second-hand smoke) can cause serious harm to your developing baby.
Can I use makeup? ❌>
Hi mummy! Just be careful with makeup and the brands that you use. SOME cosmetic brands may contain chemical additives such as lead and mercury light, which are easily absorbed by the body and could cause fetal malformations.Just be sure to read the label and if in doubt consult your doctor!
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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Pregnancy Week by Week

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Recipes for second trimester

Asparagus & Mushroom Frittata

1st trimester

Keto-friendly Beef Stroganoff

Easy Tofu Scramble

Beef Bone Broth

Turkey and Bean Burrito

Tarka Dahl

Ratatouille

Butternut Squash and Pear Puree

Check more recipes on theAsianparent app

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