Is it safe to continue general singing exercises and performances whilst pregnant?
Yes! Unless you have complications or your doctor advises otherwise there is no reason why you cannot continue to sing and perform right up to the last minute (as I did!!). Don’t overdo it though, rest often and as soon as you start feeling uncomfortable lessen your workload. I found many of the anti-natal exercises to be quite beneficial in helping to control breathing and muscle control and although I was huge by the end of my pregnancy the only thing that suffered was a minute loss of range and breath control (more baby than airspace, ha ha!). Always consult your midwife/doctor before accepting parts/shows that require extreme activity (full dance routines etc) or might cause stress. You should be able to continue a relatively normal life, gentle exercise helps (Swimming is great), although you may find everything more difficult in the last few months. As long as your sensible (and your body will tell you if you overdo it!) you and your new baby will be fine. Do check with your doct
