Can you use a computer after pregnancy?

Patient's question:

Gender: Female
Age: 23
Current Situation: I have been married for two years. Due to my job requirements, I need to work in front of a computer for more than 5 hours every day. If I plan to have a child, will it affect the child? Can I continue working in this job after having a child?

Doctor's answer:

1. Pregnant women should not spend more than 20 hours per week in front of the computer to prevent pelvic blood stasis caused by prolonged sitting, ensuring a balance between rest and activity. Pay attention to the height coordination between the computer and the chair to promote healthy fetal development.
2. Pay attention to a balance between work and rest to prevent tendon strain. Long-term computer use can cause soreness and pain in the fingers, wrists, arm muscles, shoulders, neck, and back. Therefore, pregnant women should take a 10-minute break after working for an hour or do some work breaks.
3. Pay attention to eye hygiene. The distance between the eyes and documents or the screen should be kept at least 50 centimeters, preferably with a 20-degree downward gaze angle under light. During work, apply radiation-blocking skincare oil to the face and hands.
4. Pregnant women who work with computers long-term should consume more fresh vegetables and fruits. At the same time, increase the intake of vitamins A, B1, C, and E. To prevent dry corneas, dry eyes, vision decline, or even night blindness, pregnant women using computers should eat more vitamin A-rich foods, such as tofu, fish, milk, walnuts, green vegetables, cabbage, tomatoes, amaranth, and fresh fruits.