More women are exercising during pregnancy and the RCOG ( Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists) have lent their support to the view that all women should be encouraged to participate in aerobic and strength-conditioning exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle during their pregnancy.
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Regular exercise can help with some of the physical symptoms of pregnancy such as backache and tiredness as well as building up strength in preparation for labour and promoting a speedier recovery afterwards. Mothers-to-be who exercise regularly are likely to sleep better whilst the natural endorphins will raise mood levels, helping to combat the baby blues as well.
The latest NICE (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence) recommends at least 30-minutes per day of moderate intensity activity for all pregnant women, stating that women who exercised before pregnancy should be able to continue with no adverse effects.
But what to wear?
Super-stylish, the new FittaMamma range has been carefully designed to meet the needs of active pregnant women with lots of attention to detail such as soft, moisture-wicking fabrics and flat seams with nothing to rub or irritate. Lovely stretchy fabrics are flattering in the early stages, expand with your figure and work well once baby is born too.
The unique FittaMamma ‘Sport Support’ top provides exceptional comfort as your pregnancy progresses. The secret is in the well designed back panel that helps spread the weight of the bump to the back and shoulders, improving posture and encouraging more comfortable exercise - almost like a sports bra for your body only much more stylish! It’s perfect for running or working out but the extra support makes it comfortable to wear at any time.
The soft, comfortable and stretchy ‘Gentle’ support top has a longer length that makes it ideal for yoga or pilates whilst the stylish ‘Mamma Support’ top is ruched to provide wraparound comfort as you become bigger, designed for any activity from riding a bike to a walk in the park.
FittaMamma leggings come with a lovely wide support panel at the top that will either stretch right over your bump or roll gently underneath. They are available in full length, a flattering three quarter length capri or as cycling shorts.
Colours include a lovely deep pink, black, steely grey and bright white with softer shades for the ‘Gentle’ support top.
‘Initial feedback for the range has been overwhelming’ says FittaMamma founder Alex McCabe. ‘Most women have found our clothes so comfortable and supportive they have become everyday favourites, not just for exercise!’
The FittaMamma range is available direct from www.fittamamma.com