A tight and hard stomach at the 33rd week of pregnancy can be gradually solved by correct exercise, breathing adjustment, relaxation, a change of posture, and rehydration.
1. Proper movement :Moderate exercise can indeed help blood circulation and ease the feeling of stomach tightness and hardness. For instance, a pregnant woman can take a gentle stroll along a flat road. The slow walk process leads to the body’s more rounded movement and thus, less shock to the midsection. Pregnant women may also choose to do yoga. The movements in maternity yoga correspond to the features of the body during pregnancy. It might help mother-to-be stretching her body, getting the flexibility of the body, and reducing the tension of the abdomen. However, attention should still be paid to the moderation of the exercise and the avoidance of overwork.
2. Adjust breathing : Good breathing technique can make a pregnant woman feel relieved and stomach discomfort reduced. The mother can breathe in deeply, slowly, and fill the lungs and abdomen gradually, she then breathes out slowly and completely removing the air from the hips, and so on. This deep breathing exercise will regulate any tension in the body which in turn allows the abdominal muscles to relax.
3. Relax : Nervous stress will worsen the symptoms of a tight and hard stomach. Pregnant women can be relaxed by listening to the soothing music which regulates mood and releases anxiety, reading some relaxing books to divert attention, and to calm down as well.
4. Posture change : Long periods of rest in any one position can cause your stomach to become tight and hard. Pregnant women should try different postures for instance if they have been sitting they can get up and walk around and if they have been standing for a long time a comfortable chair can be found for them to sit and rest. The left lateral position is the best one when lying down because it can lessen the pressure of the uterus on the inferior vena cava and also improve blood circulation.
5. Hydrate :The lack of water in the body can cause the uterus to contract, thus the stomach becomes tight and hard. Pregnant women would do well to keep themselves hydrated and drink more warm water so that they may have ample hydration in their bodies. Nevertheless, to avoid drinking large amounts of water at one time, you should drink it in small amounts and multiple times.
Hospital Warm reminder: Although it is more common to have a tight and hard stomach at 33 weeks of pregnancy, pregnant women also need to pay attention to it. It is often effective in relieving this symptom through methods such as proper exercise, adjusting breathing, relaxing the mood, changing posture, and rehydrating. If a tight and hard stomach occurs frequently or is accompanied by abnormal symptoms such as pain and vaginal bleeding, you should promptly go to a regular hospital for treatment.
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