Physical Labor and Its Effect on Conception and The Health of the Child
This is especially true towards the later part of a pregnancy, where newborns had approximately three percent smaller head circumference, and more specifically, working more than 40 hours was linked to a smaller head circumference and lower fetal growth. Long working hours were associated with approximately a 5 – 7 ounce lower birth weight. So if you are trying to conceive a healthy baby, not only should you cut out smoking and alcohol, but make sure you monitor your physical labor and exercise, along with how much you stand up, especially if you are doing shift work. If you have any questions about exercising, physical labor, pre-conception care, weight or any other physical issues, feel free to call our clinic, Santa Monica Fertility – we are always happy to help!