{"id":6291,"date":"2022-01-28T10:47:02","date_gmt":"2022-01-28T09:47:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/swiss-ball-exercises-for-pregnant-women\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T21:37:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T19:37:30","slug":"swiss-ball-exercises-for-pregnant-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/swiss-ball-exercises-for-pregnant-women\/","title":{"rendered":"Swiss ball exercises for pregnant women"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you are pregnant, you have surely seen on more than one occasion the \u201ctypical image\u201d of a future mother with a huge belly doing physical exercise with the help of a ball. Yes. Indeed. They are as well known as <strong>Swiss ball exercises for pregnant women<\/strong>(also called fitball).<\/p>\n<p>And apart from the benefits that these types of exercises have for both you and your baby, which of course we will talk about below, you should know that they are comfortable and easy to do. What don&#8217;t you know how? We explain everything, everything and EVERYTHING to you!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3142\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3142\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3142 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-embarazadas.png.webp\" alt=\"Swiss ball exercises for pregnant women\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-embarazadas.png.webp 1080w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-embarazadas-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-embarazadas-1024x1024.png.webp 1024w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-embarazadas-150x150.png.webp 150w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-embarazadas-768x768.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-embarazadas-600x600.png.webp 600w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-embarazadas-100x100.png.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3142\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Swiss ball exercises for pregnant women are useful as well as simple and entertaining.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Childbirth preparation exercises<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/childbirth-preparation-classes\/\">childbirth preparation classes<\/a> They cover different exercises in their training, not just those exercises with the Swiss ball or fitball for pregnant women, which we go into further below. In our online childbirth preparation course we divide them between the following modules and tables:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Introduction:<\/strong> Awareness exercises. Exercises to control abdominal pressure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exercise tables:<\/strong> Postural training. Breathing exercises. Warm-up exercises. Gymnastics exercises separated by levels (from I to IV). Pelvic and spine mobility exercises. Stretching exercises.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exercises that include tools for childbirth:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/labor\/perineal-massage-what-it-is-and-how-to-do-it\/\">Perineal massage<\/a>. Exercises for dilation. Exercises for the expulsive. Exercises for your companion. (Yes, we do not forget at any time that <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/maternity\/how-pregnancy-affects-a-couple\/\">pregnancy also affects the couple<\/a>). Exercises for body care.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>When to start preparing for childbirth<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/when-to-start-preparing-for-childbirth\/\">When to start preparing for childbirth<\/a> It is one of the questions that our future mothers, our \u201cSingularMoms\u201d, ask us the most. It is something that worries from the beginning, since there is usually not much information about it and there is a fear of doing it either too early or too late and not getting the greatest benefit.<\/p>\n<p>Our recommendation? Objectively, as soon as possible. Of course, always depending on the moment you are in, that is,<strong>When you feel safe and when you really feel like it, always consult with your gynecologist and\/or midwife.<\/strong>. During <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/development-of-the-fetus-in-the-second-trimester-of-pregnancy\/\">the development of the fetus in the second trimester<\/a> This is usually an ideal time.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3143\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3143\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3143\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/young-pregnant-women-sitting-on-the-ball-for-exercises-in-the-gym-scaled.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Physical exercise has a billion advantages and benefits, not only for the body but also for the mind.\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/young-pregnant-women-sitting-on-the-ball-for-exercises-in-the-gym-scaled.jpg.webp 2560w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/young-pregnant-women-sitting-on-the-ball-for-exercises-in-the-gym-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/young-pregnant-women-sitting-on-the-ball-for-exercises-in-the-gym-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/young-pregnant-women-sitting-on-the-ball-for-exercises-in-the-gym-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/young-pregnant-women-sitting-on-the-ball-for-exercises-in-the-gym-1536x1025.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/young-pregnant-women-sitting-on-the-ball-for-exercises-in-the-gym-2048x1367.jpg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/young-pregnant-women-sitting-on-the-ball-for-exercises-in-the-gym-400x267.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/young-pregnant-women-sitting-on-the-ball-for-exercises-in-the-gym-600x400.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3143\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Young pregnant women sitting on the ball for exercises in the gym.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Benefits of doing exercises with a Swiss ball<\/h2>\n<p>It is well known that physical exercise has a billion advantages and benefits, not only for the body but also for the mind. Leading an active and healthy life influences your <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/maternity\/mental-health-why-do-you-feel-sad-during-pregnancy\/\">mental health during pregnancy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>And if we add to that that the ball will be your best ally to help you with the tensions and discomforts of pregnancy&#8230; all the better. And Swiss ball exercises for pregnant women can help you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Strengthen the <strong>joint mobility<\/strong> and the <strong>muscle elasticity<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce the <strong>back pain<\/strong> by helping to maintain a <strong>good posture<\/strong> As the size of the belly increases and the center of gravity changes.<\/li>\n<li>Work the area of \u200b\u200bthe <strong>abdomen<\/strong> and fight the <strong>weight gain<\/strong> exaggerated, making the pelvis better withstand the pressure.<\/li>\n<li>Tone the muscles in a general way while strengthening them <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/uncategorized\/taking-care-of-the-pelvic-floor-during-pregnancy\/\">the pelvic floor<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduce pregnancy discomfort<\/strong> such as constipation or incontinence.<\/li>\n<li>Alleviate the pain of <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/the-contractions\/\">the contractions<\/a> and favor <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/labor\/labor-dilation\/\">labor dilation<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid, as far as possible, suffering a prolapse of the uterus or other abdominal organ along with reducing the risk of a <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/labor\/cesarean-section-everything-you-need-to-know\/\">cesarean delivery<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare the body for <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/labor\/childbirth-the-most-anticipated-moment-of-pregnancy\/\">birth<\/a> making you live this moment in a more bearable way.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce the risk of tears or practices such as <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/labor\/the-episiotomy\/\">episiotomy<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Improve recovery in <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/postpartum\/the-postpartum\/\">the postpartum<\/a> making it faster.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We don&#8217;t forget that with these exercises you will help your baby get ready for the big moment. Plus the simple fact of staying active <strong>It also influences your quality of life<\/strong> making this one better.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Curiosity! If you practice physical exercise during pregnancy, your heart rate will be more stable both during pregnancy and afterward.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Exercise routine for pregnant women with Swiss ball<\/h2>\n<p>To carry out exercises with a Swiss ball or fitball, it is vitally important to ensure that the measurements are in accordance with your height and that it is also a ball designed for pregnant women (the dimensions usually range between 60 and 85 centimeters in diameter). The ball must be <strong>vinyl and inflatable<\/strong>. We have located <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/gp\/product\/B07Z4Y8FGN\/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=singularmom-21&amp;creative=24630&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07Z4Y8FGN&amp;linkId=493cc423004e2dcc75840d8ebaf96c45\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">this ball<\/a>, but there are many more on the internet.<\/p>\n<p>You can count on a mat or mattress to reinforce your comfort at all times and with the help of the <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/uncategorized\/what-is-winner-flow-your-great-ally-in-pregnancy\/\">Winner Flow<\/a>(which we give you and send to your home with our childbirth preparation course) to help you with breathing.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Did you know that by simply sitting on the ball you are already working the pelvic floor muscles?<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>We explain in a simple way some exercises with the Swiss ball for pregnant women. Comfortable, easy and useful exercises that you can do comfortably in the heat of your home. Plus they are super entertaining so it won&#8217;t cost you anything to get on with them.<\/p>\n<h3>Swiss ball exercises to mobilize the pelvis and spine<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Sitting straight on top of the ball, begin to make pelvic movements back and forth, as if you were rolling the ball. You should notice how when going towards the <span style=\"font-size: 16px\">before the abdomen it comes upwards. After moving to the sides, you should notice the mobility of the lumbar area. Combine both movements: forward, to one side, gently backward and to the other side. Like making a kind of circle. You must make 3-4 circles to one side and then change direction trying to join the 4 points in a circle.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3144\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3144\" style=\"width: 320px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3144\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/movilidad-de-pelvis-y-columna.png.webp\" alt=\"Learn to mobilize the pelvis and spine\" width=\"320\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/movilidad-de-pelvis-y-columna.png.webp 320w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/movilidad-de-pelvis-y-columna-282x300.png.webp 282w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3144\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Exercises to mobilize the pelvis and spine with a Swiss ball<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>Mobilize the upper part of the thorax without moving the pelvis, leaving the ball stationary. Leaving your hands at your sides, try to go from one side to the other.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3145\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3145\" style=\"width: 626px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3145\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/movilidad-de-pelvis-y-columna-2.png.webp\" alt=\"Learn to mobilize the pelvis and spine\" width=\"626\" height=\"471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/movilidad-de-pelvis-y-columna-2.png.webp 626w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/movilidad-de-pelvis-y-columna-2-300x226.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/movilidad-de-pelvis-y-columna-2-400x300.png.webp 400w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/movilidad-de-pelvis-y-columna-2-600x451.png.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3145\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Example of an exercise to mobilize the pelvis and spine with a Swiss ball<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Swiss ball exercises for dilation<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Vocalization exercises<\/strong>: It is very important that you keep the jaw and neck area relaxed to help relax the cervix. With \u201csimple vocalizations\u201d on top of the ball you can feel what is happening in the pelvic floor area. You can raise and lower your voice, open your mouth with each of the vowels and feel how they resonate in the rest of the body thanks to their vibrations.<\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_3146\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3146\" style=\"width: 584px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3146\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-para-facilitar-la-dilatacion.-Vocalizaciones.png.webp\" alt=\"Learn to facilitate dilation\" width=\"584\" height=\"469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-para-facilitar-la-dilatacion.-Vocalizaciones.png.webp 584w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-para-facilitar-la-dilatacion.-Vocalizaciones-300x241.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-para-facilitar-la-dilatacion.-Vocalizaciones-374x300.png.webp 374w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 584px) 100vw, 584px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3146\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Exercises to facilitate dilation in a simple way<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><strong>Resting postures:<\/strong> On your knees, with the ball in front of you, bend over to lean on it. Stay on top of it breathing and relaxing. Another option is to lean forward, bringing your weight a little more towards the ball.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3147\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3147\" style=\"width: 596px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3147\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-para-la-dilatacion.-Posicion-de-descanso.png\" alt=\"Learn to facilitate dilation\" width=\"596\" height=\"464\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3147\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Exercises to facilitate dilation. Rest position.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Swiss ball exercises to do with your partner<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Exercises to relieve tension<\/strong>. Apply pressure in the upper part of the pelvis, where the iliac bones are or in the sacrum. Your partner can stand behind you and press as if we wanted to bring the wings of the iliacus together.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3148\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3148\" style=\"width: 1021px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3148\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-Aliviar-tensiones.png.webp\" alt=\"Learn to relax tensions with the help of your partner\" width=\"1021\" height=\"471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-Aliviar-tensiones.png.webp 1021w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-Aliviar-tensiones-300x138.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-Aliviar-tensiones-768x354.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-Aliviar-tensiones-400x185.png.webp 400w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-Aliviar-tensiones-600x277.png.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1021px) 100vw, 1021px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3148\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Exercises to relax tension with the help of your partner using the Swiss ball (1\/2)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Another option is to use the same position as your partner (always adopting a comfortable position and avoiding overloading yourself) to put pressure on the sacrum (flat bone at the back of the pelvis). Press towards the ground, as if we wanted to bring the sacrum towards the ground.<\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_3149\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3149\" style=\"width: 634px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3149\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-2.png.webp\" alt=\"Learn to relax tensions with the help of your partner\" width=\"634\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-2.png.webp 634w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-2-300x222.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-2-400x297.png.webp 400w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-2-600x445.png.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 634px) 100vw, 634px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3149\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Exercises to relax tension with the help of your partner using the Swiss ball (2\/2)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><strong>Stretching exercise<\/strong>. Your partner stands behind you, putting his forearms under your armpits, while he pushes with his legs and pulls to give you a little stretch.<span style=\"font-size: 16px;font-style: normal;font-weight: 400\">You decide the amount of pressure, intensity and time.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;font-style: normal;font-weight: 400\">Stroking along the entire back using pressure is a recommended exercise.<\/span><figure id=\"attachment_3150\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3150\" style=\"width: 403px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3150\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-Ejercicio-de-elongacion.png.webp\" alt=\"Learn to relax tensions with the help of your partner\" width=\"403\" height=\"471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-Ejercicio-de-elongacion.png.webp 403w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/01\/Ejercicios-con-pelota-suiza-para-llevar-a-cabo-con-tu-pareja.-Ejercicio-de-elongacion-257x300.png.webp 257w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3150\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Exercises to relax tension with the help of your partner using the Swiss ball. Elongation exercise.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/p>\n<h3>Exercises that you should avoid while pregnant<\/h3>\n<p>We have already said actively and passively in previous articles that you should avoid high-impact exercises during pregnancy. Furthermore, it is not advisable to carry out exercises that include sudden movements, exercises in which the abdominal area is exposed to receiving blows or activities that include carrying heavy weights.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Have you been wanting to know how to put into practice some more exercises? We invite you to our masterclass:<strong>a free class on pelvic floor care<\/strong>. There we explain in a more detailed and visual way some exercises that you can practice NOW.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are pregnant, you have surely seen on more than one occasion the \u201ctypical image\u201d of a future mother with a huge belly doing physical exercise with the help of a ball. 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