Do I have to give up stretching and mobilizing my body during pregnancy to protect myself from the increased risk of injury? Some claim it's better to forgo stretching as a pregnant woman. Ligaments and tendons become softer and the risk of injury increases. Yet your body needs to remain especially flexible and agile during pregnancy. The right stretching is therefore a fundamental pillar in your mom-to-be fitness program. There are just a few important points to keep in mind: