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Hi docs, do you think it's bad to just lay down all day while pregnant? how often should the mom get some exercise?

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Dr. Ki-Hon Lin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Better to exercise: Laying down all day is almost never a good idea for anybody. Blood clots, pneumonia, and muscle deconditioning, for example, can all result from relative immobility. I would recommend at least maintenance of your normal daily activity levels, and up to 30-60 minutes of daily exercise would be fine. Of course, see your OB if you have any problems or concerns.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

Hi docs, do you think it's bad to just lay down all day while pregnant? how often should the mom get some exercise?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ki-Hon Lin answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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