The Perinatal Nurse Recommends Muscle-Strengthening Exercises to a Woman Who

The perinatal nurse recommends muscle-strengthening exercises to a woman who is pregnant for the first time.The woman states that she does not want to be "muscle-bound and masculine." What response by the nurse is best?

A) "As long as you use lighter weights, you won't get muscle-bound."
B) "OK, what do you think about swimming for exercise then?"
C) "Strengthening muscles will decrease risks of ligament and joint injury."
D) "Stronger muscles will make the labor process much easier on you."