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Massage Healing; This technique balances Walk: Walking assists in the stimulation of
blood flow and prevents high-blood blood flow and helps reduce inflammation
pressure. Not only will a nice massage and pain. Try to walk at least once a day
keep you in a refreshed mood, but this for half an hour. It will aid in the removal of
is a very important way to help circulate bodily toxins and boost your energy levels. The Next
blood. When you are in pain from edema, a Moving around your body regularly eases
soft massage can reduce swelling. It’s best away any pressure your body may feel. Level of
to chat with your local GP or pediatrician
for a referral to get a quality masseuse Eat Right: Eating right does not only Care
specialising in pregnancy massages and benefit the development of the baby,
women with edema. it helps prevent gestational diabetes,
obesity and high-blood pressure. By eating
Ice packs: Whilst your feet is elevated, more veggies and natural protein, you will
it’s helpful to use icepacks on your feet to reduce the risk of edema. It’s best to speak
reduce swelling and pain. Keep a few ice to your local kinesiologist, nutritionist
packs in your freezer and apply to your feet or dietician to consult with you on your
when necessary. This will reduce swelling, individual intolerances, allergies and blood
keeping your feet cool and balancing flow. compatibility. Edema is triggered by many
When we are pregnant, our temperatures different effects for each individual.
tend to rise quite a bit, therefore placing an
ice pack on our feet and calves will soothe Loosen up! Wear loose clothes, cotton or
and balance the pain caused from edema. breathable fabrics to take away pain while
Keep Hydrated: Whether you are pregnant allowing frequent movement of blood
or not, water is a very significant source and fluid. Open toe shoes and any kind
for our bodily function. Drinking purified of flat sandals will support your feet and
water not only flushes away the old toxins, prevent fluid blockages. Try not to wear
it also stimulates body circulation while any closed-in shoes during pregnancy, as
strengthening your system in order to ward it will prevent edema and the discomfort
off the pressure and pain associated with that comes with it. If you are pregnant in
edema. the winter however, closed-toe shoes are
unavoidable. Your feet may not be able
to fit into your usual shoes as your feet
may be swollen. It would be quite painful
to squeeze into them. You should invest in
buying a few closed-in shoes, which are a Now that’s
couple of sizes larger.
peace of mind...
Overall, when dealing with edema, it is
probable that each and every individual
has their own unique preferences to what Oricom Babysense 2 lets you rest easy by monitoring
TM
is the most comfortable choice. Accepting
what your body is naturally telling you is the breathing movement rate of your sleeping baby.
usually an indication to try and consider TM
some alternatives. Try to read your body • Babysense 2 is included as a medical device on the Australian
and do what makes you comfortable. For Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG No. 97479).
TM
any uncertainties, it’s best to speak to your • Babysense 2 offers the ultimate in peace of mind. Choose from
local pregnancy GP, pediatrician or nurse a variety of value packs that include an audio or video monitor.
to assist with any other issue.
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10 may 2017 | mychild Babysense2 is intended for use as an Infant Apnoea Alarm. ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND USER GUIDE, USE ONLY AS DIRECTED.
