I've heard that Kegel exercises are very helpful for strengthening pelvic floor muscles during and after pregnancy. When is the best time to start doing Kegel exercises during pregnancy?
While Kegels are generally very safe and helpful, because of my past miscarriage, I was extremely cautious about starting any exercise. I waited until my doctor gave me a clear green signal during my 20-week scan. Please consult your own doctor first to be absolutely safe before starting.
I just delivered my baby last month and honestly, doing Kegels from my second trimester onwards really helped me during labor! My doctor told me to start around the 16th week once my early morning sickness settled. It definitely made postpartum recovery a bit easier for me.
You can usually start doing gentle Kegel exercises anytime during your pregnancy, as they help strengthen your pelvic muscles. Just do them comfortably at home while sitting or lying down, and don't push yourself too hard.
With twins weighing down my bladder, Kegels were my absolute lifesaver to prevent any accidental leaks when I sneezed! You can start them early on, but please make sure you are doing them right—don't hold your breath or squeeze your tummy muscles instead of the pelvic ones.
Kegels are amazing! I did them regularly throughout my second and third trimesters, and they really helped me have a smooth normal delivery. Just make sure to ask your gynac first to ensure you have no complications that require pelvic rest.
