Mary was physically active before becoming pregnant, and she has continued doing regular exercise during her pregnancy based on her doctor's recommendations and guidelines. Mary's mother does not approve and says women need "to relax and put their feet up" when pregnant like she did and to avoid physical activity like exercise. What can Mary tell her mother about why her doctor encourages her to exercise during pregnancy and about the possible health benefits?

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The Answer of Mary was physically active before becoming pregnant, and she has continued doing regular exercise during her pregnancy based on her doctor's recommendations and guidelines. Mary's mother does not approve and says women need "to relax and put their feet up" when pregnant like she did and to avoid physical activity like exercise. What can Mary tell her mother about why her doctor encourages her to exercise during pregnancy and about the possible health benefits?

Mary Was Physically Active Before Becoming Pregnant, and She Has