Pregnancy & Immunity: Why Moms-to-Be Get Sick More Easily and How to Stay Healthy

Mama-to-be, ever feel like your body gets tired or sick more easily during pregnancy? Don’t worry, it’s totally normal. Let’s find out why your immune system becomes weaker and what you can do to stay strong and healthy.

BeeFams, during pregnancy, a woman’s body goes through a lot of changes. One of them is a natural decrease in immunity. Why does this happen? Well, the immune system adjusts itself so it won’t mistakenly treat the growing baby as something harmful. As a result, illnesses that are usually mild can feel more intense when you’re pregnant—like flu, yeast infections, or even urinary tract infections.

Other factors that make moms-to-be more prone to getting sick include:

1. Rising progesterone levels, which relax the bladder muscles, making it easier for bacteria to grow.
2. Higher estrogen levels, which increase the risk of yeast infections such as candidiasis.
3. Morning sickness in the first trimester, which can lead to nutrient deficiencies and lower immunity.
4. A growing uterus, which can block blood flow to the legs, causing cramps and fatigue.

So, how can you keep your immunity strong during pregnancy?

1. Stay active — light exercises like walking, prenatal yoga, or swimming can improve blood circulation, boost immunity, and lift your mood. 
2. Drink enough water — aim for 8 glasses a day to stay hydrated, flush out toxins, and keep your energy up.
3. Get enough sleep — lack of rest can weaken your immune system. Create a bedtime routine and use extra pillows to sleep more comfortably.
4. Maintain good hygiene — wash your hands regularly, avoid contact with sick people, and check in with your doctor if you’re not feeling well.
5. Choose nutritious foods — load up on veggies, fruits, protein, milk, and whole grains. Avoid raw or undercooked meat and eggs, as well as unpasteurized milk.

To give your body extra support, moms-to-be can also add natural supplements like HDI Propoelix™, which contains 200 mg of propolis extract with 8 bioactive compounds that work as antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant agents. Taking 1–2 vegecaps daily (or as recommended by your doctor) helps keep your immunity in check and your body feeling stronger.

Propolis is well-known for its rich antioxidants and immune-boosting benefits. With HDI Propoelix™, you can feel healthier, less prone to sickness, and more confident throughout your pregnancy.

BeeFams, this month you can enjoy 20% off HDI Propoelix™ 60 caps in our Promo Sehat Merdeka, available on hdi.com or at your nearest HDI Center. For examples, you can also choose Better Botanics Facial Wash and Better Botanics Overnight Mask to keep your skin glowing, healthy, and protected during pregnancy.

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Sources

•  https://www.alodokter.com/mengapa-bumil-lebih-berisiko-terkena-penyakit  
  
• https://www.halodoc.com/artikel/begini-cara-meningkatkan-imunitas-tubuh-pada-ibu-hamil