My doctor advised me to stay active, but I'm unsure about the right amount of exercise. How much walking is considered safe and beneficial during pregnancy?
Listen to your body, dear. Start with a slow 15-minute walk post-dinner, and if you feel comfy, make it 30 mins. Just keep a water bottle handy and stop if you feel tired.
Keep a very positive mind and just do as much as your body allows peacefully. A gentle 20 minute walk daily morning is wonderful for you and the baby. God will take care of everything, just don't push yourself too hard.
I used to track every single step on my phone and panic if I walked too much or too little! Just do a very light stroll and don't overdo it. Maybe wear a fitness band to track your heart rate too, just to be completely safe.
Honestly, I was so scared to walk early on thinking it might hurt the baby. But my doc reassured me that walking is actually super healthy. Now I do a comfortable 20-30 min walk everyday and feel great.
Normally gynacs suggest about 30 minutes of moderate walking if your pregnancy is low-risk. But honestly, u should always clear it with your doc first. Every pregnancy is different, so their advice is best.
