Is bed rest required during early pregnancy?

Question

Just found out im 6 weeks pregnant and my mom is insisting i lie down and not move much. But i feel totally fine and i have a desk job. Is complete bed rest really needed this early or only if theres some issue?

Nupur Chawla · Answer

In my case I had some spotting in 8th week so doc put me on rest for 2 weeks. So it really depends on your situation. Please dont decide on your own, ask your gynac because every pregnancy is different.

Deeptha Mahajan · Answer

I keep wondering about this too. My MIL keeps telling me to rest all day but I feel fine and even bored. Did anyone else get told to rest without any actual problem?

Avani Narang · Answer

Same question I had earlier. My doc said rest only if she says so, otherwise carry on normally.

Savita Karunakaran · Answer

Not for everyone na. With both my kids my gynac told me to live normal, just dont lift heavy things. Bed rest is only if there is some specific issue like bleeding or low lying placenta. Dont keep lying down for no reason, it actually makes you feel worse.

Shilpi Chopra · Answer

Honestly a normal healthy pregnancy doesnt need bed rest at all. Light activity is good. But if your doctor specifically advised it for a reason, then follow that, dont go by general internet advice.