Childbirth groups react angrily as new mums told to exercise more and avoid screen time | Childbirth

The reaction of birth groups was angrily on the advice that new mothers should take two hours of exercise per week and avoid using screens before bedtime in the three months that followed the birth of their child.

Mumsnet, the social network, said the recommendations-which also include daily exercises on the pelvic floor-“looks heavily optimistic about what is required to care for newborns.”

NCT, the Association of Parents and Motherhood, warned that new parents could harm if they do the physical activity that advised him and finding the “overwhelming” sleep advice.

The groups were responding to the directives developed by a group of doctors and researchers, who depend on them on their analysis of 574 previous studies that include the health of new mothers.

Canadian experts, whose instructions were published today in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, concluded that after their recommendations will improve the physical and mental health of mothers. They say that once their child is born mothers, unless there is a physical reason they cannot do so, it should: ::

* Do at least two hours of moderate to strong exercises a week, such as cycling, brisk walking or muscle enhancement exercises, distributed over a period of four days or more

* Train the daily pelvic muscles

* Avoid screen time and “maintain a dark and quiet environment before bed” to help ensure sleep better

the Canadian community for physiology She hopes that her advice is useful for mothers because the instructions on how to engage in physical activity after birth “lacks strongly”. Check evidence on topics such as physical activity, stable behavior and sleep during the first year after the child’s birth.

But the British experts criticized the recommendations and expressed concern that they may become a “stick to overcome new mothers” and risk encouraging mothers to do a lot very early.

“The apparent guidance on the post -birth exercise has long been long ago, and it is encouraging to see recommendations that give priority to the well -being of new mothers, even if some of them are very optimistic about what is required to take care of newborns,” said Justin Roberts, founder and CEO of Emani.

As Mumsnet users will witness, “developing a healthy sleep routine” is much easier than doing it.

“However, it is very important that this guidance does not become another stick to overcome new mothers.

“Many of them are already extended to their borders, and the advice like this is not always useful if you do not have the practical means of following them.”

Catherine Walker, Director of NCT Service Development, said mothers will benefit from pelvic floor exercises throughout pregnancy and after birth.

But she added: “It requires a more powerful practice of a cautious approach. The recovery time varies greatly depending on the type of birth – whether it is a tear, which affects 85 % of parents, cesarean delivery, or handing over, which may require a much longer recovery period.

“It is important not to pressure the new parents in exercising while also adapting to their child’s care. We suggest slow starting and building your strength, for example, by walking every day.”

For women who adapt to motherhood, a newborn pregnancy and preparation can be an exercise in itself. Parents should avoid raising anything heavier than their child in the first few weeks.

“With sleep deprivation is a reality for most new fathers, additional demands may feel magic.”

Janet Lindsay, CEO of Women’s Welfare, also looked at caution. She said: “The exercise is useful and it should happen when the new mothers are ready and the way you feel more can be investigated.”