<\/figure>\n\n\n\n5 Things To Watch Out For When Riding Lawn Mower <\/h3>\n\n\n\n While pregnant there is a high need to apply extreme care in whatever you do and in the case of riding a lawnmower, there are some risks that shouldn’t be overlooked or disregarded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Wet Grass<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Riding a lawnmower on wet grass could be dangerous as it heightens the possibility of falling while mowing. If the grass you want to mow is drenched or wet, that can be a hindrance, and it wouldn’t matter if the ground is flat or not. So, it’s best to wait till your lawn is dried before getting to work with your lawnmower. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Steep Hills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n If your lawn is uneven, bumpy, and has hilly terrain, it is not a good idea to ride a lawnmower while pregnant because there’s a big chance of an accident occurring. There is a risk of you falling off which may cause you to obtain injuries that could be detrimental to you and your baby. So as a pregnant woman it’s best to abort any mission to ride a lawnmower on hilly terrain or an uneven yard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Allergens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Some pregnant women may develop new allergies while some may possess high intensity to their previous allergies. To avoid the occurrence of unwanted allergic reactions you need to stay away from things like grass and pollen which may trigger it. If you notice an allergy symptom while mowing it’s best to stop and visit your doctor for more insights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Dehydration <\/h3>\n\n\n\n Dehydration when pregnant could be dangerous as you may be susceptible to certain conditions when mowing always make it a point to stay hydrated, especially on hot days. As dehydration can cause you to feel lightheaded and dizzy which can lead to a fall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Lawn Size<\/h3>\n\n\n\n If your lawn is small, it is expected to mow the area very quickly and with less stress. But if your yard is very wide and large, you shouldn\u2019t attempt to finish mowing the entire lawn area in a day as it can be extremely stressful and exhausting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How To Make Lawn Mowing Easier And Safer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Here are some safety tips for using the lawnmower even when you’re not pregnant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Prepare the yard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n For an easier and smoother mowing process, it is better to prepare your lawn first. Clearing a few things like backyard toys, rocks, sticks, branches, and seed pods that can get in the way of lawnmowers. If you can\u2019t do it all alone you can ask a friend to help you remove these obstacles out of the yard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Dress appropriately for the job<\/h3>\n\n\n\n As simple as it sounds, dressing appropriately is very important when mowing your lawn. Wear work boots to secure your feet from grass, and dirt. Also, wear long-sleeved shirts and long trousers for full coverage from the sun and insects. You can also use sunscreen for extra protection from the sun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Hire a help<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Mowing the lawn may be safe but if you do not have the capability or time to get it done, it is best to hire adequate manpower to help you mow your lawn. You can also ask your family, neighbors, and friends for assistance if need be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Final TakeAway<\/h4>\n\n\n\n Generally, it is okay to mow your lawn during pregnancy, but you should know when to draw the line, not to go overboard or overwork yourself and listen to your body if it needs rest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Taking precautionary measures and following your doctors\u2019 instructions will go a long way to ensure that you and your baby are safe while you ride a lawnmower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If all these recommendations are adhered to then riding a lawnmower can be a great form of exercise that your body would appreciate. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Can you ride a lawnmower when pregnant? Pregnancy comes with a lot of uncertainties and anxieties and you…\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":77,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-You-Ride-A-Lawn-Mower-When-Pregnant.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=69"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1568,"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69\/revisions\/1568"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/77"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=69"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=69"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mummy-time.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=69"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}