Is Swiming Safe During Pregnancy?

Posted on Sat, 22 Mar 2014

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Question : is it OK to swim and take mint team after embryo transfer

Answered by Dr. Vjollce Mbiarra (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Yes Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. Yes,Swimming is considered to be safe in pregnancy. Just be sure to check with your doctor, physiotherapist or midwife before you start if swimming is new to you. Swimming helps to keep you fit, which will make it easier to adapt to pregnancy. It may also help you to feel better about your changing body. Swimming is a particularly good exercise in pregnancy, as the water helps to support your extra weight. This can be a huge relief, especially in the third trimester. And unlike some other forms of aerobic exercise, swimming helps you to feel cool. The pool water should be no warmer than 32 degrees C. Take care of your self

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Vjollce Mbiarra (50 minutes later)

Now I am in waiting period after the embryo transfer, which was done about 3 days ago. Your answer is more applicable when you are already pregnant. My concern is whether swimming may interfere with embryo implantation. Waiting for your reply. Thanks

Answered by Dr. Vjollce Mbiarra (36 hours later)

Brief Answer: Not to swimm within 48 hours after embryo transfer Detailed Answer: Hello! Thanks for your query. There arent study that approve that swimming can interfere with embryo transfer, but staying away from pools & beach due to the possibility of infection. You have passed 48 hours and for this reason you are free to swim. If you are in doubt you can wait until you confirm(HCG +) that you are pregnancy am than go to swim. Take care for your self

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj