are you supposed to hoover mop or sweep whilst pregnant?

Question

not just house work i am a cleaner and have to mop and sweep large amounts of flooring for 4 hours continueously

Answer 1

its fine to carry on with what your body is used to unless told otherwise by midwife or GP, but don't over do it and if u do get tired have a rest, remember that being pregnant is not an illness...good luck

Answer 2

Well Sarah being a women ..... you should be able to do all of these tasks to be honest! Perhaps given that you will inevitably have more time on your hands as you progress through you r pregnancy you may be able to improve your skills and impress your partner with an extra clean house! If you have any spare time turn your hand to perhaps a Michlan Star certificate and impress him on returning from work with a beautiful 3 course meal? Only messing mate! On a serious note providing that you do not over do it during the pregnancy research suggests that it is vital for the babies development to infact do exercise during the pregnancy. Just be aware that over donig it at crucial stages can have the I hope the future for you, your other half and the little barn is full of happiness! If its a boy will you call it Dan? Dan

Answer 3

There is nothing wrong with doing house work of any kind whilst pregnant unless you gyno has stated otherwise.
The only form of house work that is not recommended is pegging out or bringing in washing whilst you are in your last month of pregnancy the reason being it creates more room for the baby to move once the baby has turmed around into the birthing position [head down], and increases the risk of the baby being born with the umbilical cord wrapped around the baby's neck which could later become a birthing complication.

Answer 4

Regular exercise during pregnancy can prepare your body for labour and the demands of a new baby. Caring for a newborn can be stressful and physically demanding, so it helps to be fit and strong.

You may need to modify your existing exercise program or choose a suitable new exercise program if you were sedentary before conceiving. Suggestions for exercise during pregnancy include walking, swimming and supervised classes such as yoga or tai chi. Pelvic floor exercises are also important before, during and after pregnancy.
So yes unless told other wise from your gp it will be ok for you to hoover and sweep floor.

Answer 5

You've got to be kidding me. Unless you are having complications due to the pregnancy, in which your physician has put you strictly on bed rest, you can continue to do household chores, work, exercise, etc.
The only thing is not to over exert yourself. Take if slow if necessary. If you feel tired sit down, have a drink of water and rest for a few minutes.

Answer 6

As long as your health is good, the only thing you should avoid is lifting.
Hoover- is good. the sound soothes. the baby will actually like the noise when they arrive
Hand mopping floor- is also good. bending down ( on knees on floor), helps get baby into a good position for birth i.e. not back 2 back.
Sweeping- is good to keep you mobile and fit. baby may also like the rhythmic movement/ swaying.
BUT remember not to over-do it. Rest when you need it.

Answer 7

Pregnancy is a condition. Not a disease.

If you can do when you are not preggo, you can do it when you are. The only thing you should not attempt to do is to lift heavy objects in your late stage of pregnancy. You will find it difficult and you may find you are out of breath.

If it is an arguement you are trying settle with your husband, well, that's a different matter. That's between you two. I am not party to it for mediation.

I am only stating facts.

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Answer 8

Being pregnant is not an illness and you can carry on doing what you normaly do as lng as you feel well and have not been advised by your doctor not to.
I was still going to keep fit classes untill I was 8 months with my first it did me a lot of good.
Just make sure you continue to go for your check ups so your doctor and midwife can make sure all is fine with babay and mum to be.

Answer 9

For many many years now, women have been having babies and continuing to clean their homes!
If you can get someone else to do the cleaning for you - great! But it's no going to hurt you or the baby to push a hoover around. Just stay away from the nasty chemicals in cleaning products if you can.

Answer 10

Unless you have been advised not to, there is no problem with sweeping, vaccuuming or mopping. In fact, it is good exercise and when you are nesting you won't be able to make your house clean enough.