Can I go downhill skiing during my pregnancy?

11-12 weeks pregnant, Health advice, Questions/answers

I have been downhill skiing almost my whole life, and am an expert skier. But I am 13 weeks pregnant and everyone is saying I have to stop. So I was wondering if it’s risky…


Some physical activities can be risky, like downhill skiing. Even if you are an expert, there are others around you who aren’t. They may crash into you or make you fall. Your physical changes have also changed your centre of gravity and can lead to more falls. For these reasons, downhill skiing is not advised during pregnancy. But there are many other safe activities you can do while waiting to get back on the slopes after childbirth. You will find concrete examples in my article Being Active and Pregnancy.

 

Talk soon,

Marie

The Baby Expert 

Discover our videos

Subscribe to a monthly or quarterly package now to access full videos.

Support During Pregnancy and delivery

Support During Pregnancy and delivery

The birth of a child should take place in a calm, trusting and loving environment. The people accompanying a woman
Natural Methods for Pain Relief

Natural Methods for Pain Relief

Yoga ball, magic bag, birthing chair, bath, etc. Many tools and methods to soothe pain are available during childbirth. Marie
Contractions

Contractions

Contractions scare many pregnant women. If you understand why they occur, how to identify and calculate them and when you
Twins

Twins

Did you know that the average gestation perod for twins is 36 weeks, rather than 40? If you are having