Exercise After Amniocentesis

[Catherine H.]

Hello everyone,

For those that have had amniocentesis performed, how long did you wait before resuming exercise? My doctor recommended I rest for 24 to 48 hours after, which I have done, but I forgot to ask him specifically about exercise and when it was o.k. to start again. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks!

Catherine H.

 

[Sheila]

Hi Catherine,

I would highly recommend that you call your doctor and specifically ask for his or her recommendation as to when you should resume your exercise. Remember, amniocentesis is a procedure in which amniotic fluid is withdrawn from the amniotic sac, thereby creating a small hole in the sac. This hole has to actually "heal over." I think that in this case it is better to err on the side of safety.

When I had both my "amnios," I wasn't even allowed to drive for the first 2 days and was advised not to exercise for at least 72 hours. I waited 5 days, just to be on the safe side with both of mine.

Good luck and I hope that the everything comes back just great.

Sheila Watkins