Tips to Keep Yourself and Your Baby Healthy Pregnancy by Fenni Choo - October 23, 2015June 6, 20160 Good hygiene is paramount. It prevents pregnant women from getting sick from contamination and common flu symptoms. Here are some steps that you can undertake to keep yourself and your baby healthy. CLEAN Wash hands thoroughly with water and soap (warm water if possible). Wash hands before and after handling of food, and