Day 3 – fetus happy to be exercising!
Studies found that fetuses were ‘quiet’ right after cessation of exercise but actually increased in activity 20 minutes post-exercise compared to pre-exercise observations. Your babe was happy you were exercising!
While you’re working out, an increased fetal heart rate is associated with a normal stress response to the exercise, not a significant decrease in oxygen availability. Your heart rate is elevated, so if your baby’s!
Research found that babies born to exercising mom’s actually have a higher stress tolerance meaning they have a better birth experience (that’s quite a shock for them!) and are easier, less fussy babies!