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18.07.2022 - 15:25 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The UK is expected to bake under unprecedented high temperatures this week, as the Met Office issues its first ever red weather warning for ‘extreme heat’. In Greater Manchester, the mercury is expected to reach 37C on Monday and Tuesday.
In some parts of the UK, the mercury is expected to hit a record-breaking 40C. High temperatures can create extra challenges for pregnant women, as there is a greater risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
The National Childbirth Trust (NCT) offers lots of advice to mums-to-be on how to stay cool and comfortable in the hot weather. It says: “If a pregnant woman’s body temperature rises above 39.2C in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, the baby has a slightly increased risk of having a birth defect.
“It’s therefore best to avoid overexerting yourself, particularly in the first trimester of pregnancy. If there is a sudden heatwave and it’s very hot and humid, you will need to take it easy and avoid exercising.”
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The NCT suggest using water to keep cool as one of the best ways to avoid overheating in the hot weather. Rachel Heathcock, NCT Antenatal Teacher, said: “When you’re pregnant your body temperature is naturally higher, so make sure you’re drinking lots of fluids throughout the day.
“When you go to sleep at night, leave a cold glass of water next to you and you can take sips throughout the night when you wake up. You can also put a cotton sheet over you at night and this will help keep you cooler."
Taking a bath is also a good way to ensure you feel cool and comfortable, but the water temperature should not be above 32C, according to the NCT. It suggests
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