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The American Heart Association has published an article outlining the increased risks of overheating for pregnant mothers this summer. 1 / 5

This summer has brought heatwaves across the globe--sparking forest fires and setting record-high temperatures. 2 / 5

During pregnancy, the body works double time trying to keep two living beings healthy, so the additional work of cooling down the systems can push the body to its limits. 3 / 5

It’s important to pay attention to your body’s signals, so knowing the symptoms of overheating is essential: warm skin, headache, dizziness, muscle cramps, and nausea. 4 / 5

While the heat can be scary, experts don’t recommend that you avoid the sun completely, as vitamin D and exercise are also important for the health of both the mom and the baby. 5 / 5