Pregnancy is called a golden time, magic, but few will tell about what tests the body prepares for a future mother. The greatest burden falls on the cardiovascular system, and you need to know where the pathology begins, and where else is the norm. The pulse in pregnant women is the first indicator of health.
Heart rate during pregnancy
During pregnancy, tremendous changes occur. The body devotes all its energy to creating a new life. The abdominal organs are displaced, making room for the baby, which greatly complicates the movement of blood through the vessels. For longer periods, doctors do not even advise lying on their backs, as the uterus presses on the abdominal aorta, pinching it. An enlarged abdomen, in combination with a growing weight, puts a big strain on the spine, as a result of which various back diseases can develop. And you can list such changes endlessly. But more often than not, women notice pulse changes.
In the normal state, 70 strokes is the norm. The pulse in pregnant women can reach 120, and no doctor will prescribe any treatment. They will only try to establish the reason. You need to worry if the heart rate drops below 60 or starts to exceed the maximum allowed.
Causes of a too low heart rate during pregnancy
When the pulse of a pregnant woman has less than 60 beats, they begin to talk about bradycardia. This condition manifests itself with dizziness, nausea, trembling in the arms and legs, darkness in the eyes. In women in position, a drop in heart rate is extremely rare and is always associated with diseases:
- endocrine system;
- kidneys;
- liver;
- hearts;
- central nervous system.
In a healthy future mother, such a condition can be observed only if she has professional sports training and has managed to prepare her heart for such loads.
Ways to combat bradycardia
If the pathology does not have vivid manifestations and the pulse does not fall below 40, the condition can be corrected with simple methods:
- more often to be in the fresh air;
- daily load (gymnastics, exercise or walking);
- proper nutrition;
- healthy daily routine.
It is not recommended to walk alone because of the risk of loss of consciousness.
If the condition is critical and the heart rate is below 40, then you should definitely consult a doctor. The cardiologist will select the right medicines to speed up the pulse, and the condition will improve.
Causes of increased heart rate during pregnancy
Tachycardia is called a high pulse. During pregnancy, this condition is observed quite often. The main reason for the rapid pulse lies in the physiological changes that occur inside the future mother. In a calm state, a pulse of 90 is usually observed. If the pregnant woman lies on her back, the value can reach 140. This is due to the fact that the enlarged uterus squeezes the abdominal aorta. As a result, less blood flows to the heart, and it begins intensive work.
Against this background, unpleasant symptoms appear that frighten, which leads to an even greater increase in heart rate. Keep calm and control your breathing so as not to aggravate the picture. When the pulse is 90, the woman practically does not feel discomfort. But with an increase in heart rate, shortness of breath is observed, throws into a fever, dizzy, darkens in the eyes, a feeling of weakness appears.
Pathological causes of a rapid pulse
Not always a high pulse during pregnancy is caused by a physiological state, various diseases, medications, etc. can become the causes.
- Diseases of the heart or cardiovascular system.
- Various stress conditions, high loads, lack of sleep.
- Diseases of an infectious etiology, for example, flu, SARS, etc.
- Some medications provoke heart palpitations. Therefore, in no case should you self-medicate.
- Drinking coffee, tea and any other caffeinated drinks.
- Cigarettes and liquor. It is recommended to exclude altogether.
- Overeating, which is often addicted to women in position.
- Hormonal changes.
Should I panic with tachycardia?
Many doctors claim that for a future mother, an increase in heart rate is the norm. The pulse in pregnant women changes, as does the whole body. And in rare cases of tachycardia, nothing can be done.
In addition, a sharp weakness can lead to loss of consciousness, which, like in the case of bradycardia, is very dangerous. The expectant mother can not only suffer herself in the fall, but also endangers the fetus.
Doctor's advice
To determine which pulse in pregnant women is normal, a diagnosis is made. The doctor should know what heart rate for a particular pregnant woman is habitual. Then, each appointment, the nurse measures heart rate and writes to a card. Also, a woman can conduct independent daily diagnostics.
If a pregnant woman lay on her back and felt unwell, then the following algorithm of actions should be followed.
- Lift up slowly, resting on your elbows. Try to breathe deeply and evenly.
- When you feel slightly better, sit down.
- Getting up is recommended only after a full recovery of well-being.
No sudden movements are worth doing. Yes, the baby in the stomach such a pose is unpleasant, but in a few seconds nothing will change. And abruptly rising, the expectant mother risks losing consciousness or does not stay on her feet due to dizziness.
Be sure to identify the cause of these conditions and exclude it. If you can’t figure it out on your own or the attacks are regular, then you should visit your doctor. It should exclude the presence of heart disease or the endocrine system.
How to help yourself with tachycardia?
To avoid sudden jumps in the pulse, you need to put in order your daily routine. A pregnant woman must sleep at least eight hours a night. The dream should be exactly night, because in the daytime, the body does not rest fully. Take a little walk in the fresh air.
It should be remembered what is for two - this is not the norm. The pulse in pregnant women can increase due to overeating. The main thing is not the quantity of food, but its quality. The diet should be full and rich in vitamins.
Coffee lovers can try to replace the drink with chicory root. Or drink only weak coffee in the morning. Better yet, switch to compotes and freshly squeezed juices.
In general, lead a calm, healthy lifestyle. And then there will not even be a reason to worry about what kind of pulse a pregnant woman should have.