So the most long-awaited time in the life of every woman has come - pregnancy. The mom-to-be walks around happy, proudly raising her head. Shining eyes, a mysterious smile, a pregnant woman seems to be in another world, a world of dreams, dreams. And it would seem that everything is fine, but…. Good-natured and caring relatives, as well as various forums on the Internet, seem to deliberately frighten the pregnant woman with various superstitions. Should you believe the myths? Or you just need to ignore it. It is worth understanding this.
Superstition first
A future mother should not play with cats, you should not even touch them, otherwise the baby will have many enemies. This sign has its own logical explanation. No, there will be no heaps of enemies, but a pregnant woman should still refuse contact with a family of felines. This is due to a disease such as toxoplasmosis, which is carried by cats. The pathogen can enter the fetal bloodstream directly through the placenta. In the future, the fetus is affected by the nervous system. A pregnant woman may not know that she has become infected. If a pregnant woman has a cat in her house, then, first of all, it is worth going to the veterinary clinic with the pet and giving him a vaccine. It is also better to delegate the care of the animal to your spouse. But don't be too scared. If the animal has been living with a pregnant woman for a long time, then, most likely, toxoplasmosis will no longer be scary. Since only primary infection is dangerous.
Superstition second
You can not cut a pregnant woman's hair, otherwise it will shorten the life of the child. This is probably the most common omen. It has its roots in antiquity, when long hair meant strength and wealth. Many have heard that by cutting hair, a person reduces his strength and health. But these are actually simple inventions. Of course, during pregnancy, thanks to hormones, the hair structure noticeably improves, but if the expectant mother always went with a short haircut, or she just wanted to get a haircut, then in no case should you discourage her. First of all, because even in ordinary life, a haircut, beauty salons, personal care, improve the mood of girls. And during pregnancy, this surge of positive emotions will be much brighter. And if the pregnant woman is in a good mood, then the baby will also be happy.
Superstition third
You can't sit on the threshold. Well, here the rationality of superstition is evident. There is always a draft on the threshold, and it can blow. Why would a pregnant woman be sick?
Superstition fourth
A pregnant woman should not sit with her legs crossed, otherwise the baby will be clubfoot. Well, about clubfoot - this is pure fairy tale, but still, the expectant mother should not sit cross-legged. This is due to the fact that in such a position the blood circulation of a pregnant woman is disturbed, which can have a very negative effect on health.
Superstition Fifth
A pregnant woman can not sew, knit, embroider. Otherwise, the baby's umbilical cord will bond. Here, again, everything rests on the fact that doing needlework, very often you have to sit in one position. It can also affect blood circulation.
Superstition six
Nobody should be told about pregnancy until the tummy is visible. Even doctors agree with this superstition. The thing is that the first trimester is the most dangerous for pregnant women. Most miscarriages occur in the first three months. If unfortunately this happens to a woman, then relatives and friends will only add fuel to the fire. With their questions and pity, they can drive an already sad woman into deep depression.
Superstition seventh
Do not say the name of the unborn baby to anyone before birth. This belief, oddly enough, is still very often observed, although it has no rational meaning and is rooted deep in antiquity.
Whether or not it is worth following beliefs, it is up to the pregnant woman to decide. There is a grain of rationality in many of them, but some of them are nonsense. But one should adhere to every pregnant woman - not to be afraid of each of your actions, not to panic, but only to rejoice.
