New Delhi: Adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D during pregnancy may be key to a woman’s bone health during and after childbirth, experts said Saturday.
A woman’s bone health can change before and after pregnancy. During pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes many changes to support the growth of the fetus, which affects bone health.
“Estrogen, which helps maintain bone density, decreases significantly during pregnancy, leading to increased bone resorption. This involves breaking down old bone in the body to release calcium needed by the growing baby. Vitamin D deficiency and anemia further aggravate bone loss. She also provided care before and during pregnancy,” says Senior Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Aster Hospital for Women and Children, Bangalore. Sandhya Rani told IANS.
Some women with insufficient levels of calcium and vitamin D may suffer from pregnancy-related osteoporosis.
Although rare, these women usually experience a fracture during childbirth or 8 to 12 weeks after delivery.
“Calcium is important during pregnancy. During pregnancy, your metabolism is at a very high level due to the imbalance of hormones such as progesterone. More calcium is needed for the mother and the baby,” says Karadi. said Vinay Kumar Gautam, Consultant Orthopedic Department, Manipal Hospital. Pune told IANS.
“But to avoid any kind of osteoporosis, you need to check your calcium intake. If calcium is minimal, add vitamin D3,” the doctor added.
Sandhya explained that after giving birth, estrogen levels drop further. The most affected parts of the skeletal system are the spine, hips, and wrists, so more intensive bone loss occurs here.
Within this period, there is usually a rapid loss of bone density, which lasts for about 6 months after giving birth (especially for those who are breastfeeding).
“Most women regain normal bone density by 12 months after giving birth. Breastfeeding increases calcium requirements, which may enhance skeletal resorption. In conclusion, balance “A healthy diet, exercise and supplements are key,” she said.
