Is it safe for women to eat lunchmeat while they are pregnant?
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This March of Dimes page says that pregnant women should reheat hot dogs and luncheon meat until steaming hot because of the risk of listeriosis infection: http://www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/681_1152.asp\nMayoClinic says the same thing: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/pregnancy/HQ01252\n\nAlso, here is a site explaining listeriosis, which can lead to premature birth, miscarriage, or stillbirth: http://kidshealth.org/parent/infections/bacterial_viral/listeria.html
265792
jbrager, have you ever been pregnant?  There are many different experiences in being pregnant, some wonderful and some miserable and most falling inbetween.  With my son, I could barely eat anything for three months.  I felt like I was starving to death.  I was miserable.  With my daughter I was always on bed rest and afraid that I was going to die.  Pregnancy is not something to be taken lightly.
1004413
Normally yes.  My wife is pregnant with our first child and despite the fact that she is a nurse, she insisted on asking the doctor.  The doctor told us, in no uncertain terms, that in no way can sex hurt a healthy pregnancy.  If she is having any complications or is a high risk pregnancy then you should check with your doctor first.
43135
Cat's shouldn't have a desire to attack a pregnant woman more than any other person. Cats have a much better sense of smell than people do, so they may be able to detect breast milk, but that shouldn't lead them to act any different towards a pregnant woman. The only threat a cat poses to a pregnant woman is toxoplasmosis. It is a chemical in some cat's feces that could lead to birth defects if it entered a pregnant woman's bloodstream. Pregnant women shouldn't scoop out or clean litter pans.
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I agree with the other poster.  Most women begin to feel less sick after the 3rd month.\n\nIf your doctor's not worried about it, you probably shouldn't be either.  Your baby isn't going to starve.  He's going to get the nutrition he needs whether you do or not.  And your doctor won't let you starve, either.  \n\nLike the other poster said, try to avoid situations that aggravated your nausea and try not to worry.
544367
Yes- it is very safe as long as your doctor deems you as healthy.  There are no restrictions if you are, even with the airlines, early in pregnancy.
152536
You can check out the safety of a drug through FDA. You should never take any medication, including vitamins, minerals, herbal supplements and over the counter drugs while pregnant without first consulting your doctor. There is really no such thing as a SAFE drug. All drugs have risks and side effects. Medications are foreign substances to the body.
667290
Actually, the reason you aren't supposed to go in the hot tub when you are pregnant is because of the increase in body temperature that it causes.  It can be dangerous for a developing unborn baby.  It is safe to go swimming during pregnancy.
193915
If you aren't sick by now you should be fine.  E-coli and salmonella hit within several hours.. unfortunately you didn't keep the sandwich so your evidence is gone.. that leaves little remedy.  \n\nIf you even START to get sick.. go to the hospital and tell them you're pregnant and were exposed to raw chicken.
1114060
not at all , its very healthy!   the only time you have to limit  your  ingestion of seafood is when you are pregnant , due to the possibility of mercury, but other than that , enjoy!
32713
no, but you should consult your doctor or be referred to a specialist if you cant get pregnant. SM usually stretches a bit but not much, though it wont cause any anomilies in a pregnancy. the skin around your tummy was made to stretch. dont worry about it, stress is a big factor with hormones, chill out a bit and get your body relaxed and eat as healthfully as possible. good luck to your new baby trials!
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saltine crackers (esp. eat a cracker before you sit up in bed)\nstay hydrated however you can (no caffeine)\nginger ale\nCinnamon toast\napplesauce\ntake prenatals before bed, or ask doc about switching to Flintstones (iron in prenatals can make you nauseous)\nTums (ask doc)\nPlain foods eaten in small amounts and slowly.
1126995
probaly pickles dipped in cheesecake, it was while I was pregnant, so does that count??  I also ate dog food when I was pregnant!  (the soft stuff)
493965
Great question, my wife is too pregnant and I am concern with everything she do! Driving is safe just make sure that if possible someone is with her or her cell is always charged, she is wearing her seat belt and that the vehicle is equipped with front and side airbags. Really sometimes it's not them behind the whel it the fool in the other car that worries me!
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According to the latest recommendations by the FDA, pregnant women can safely eat up to 12 ounces of a variety of fish a week. Canned tuna is one of the most commonly consumed types of fish with low mercury levels according to the FDA. Pregnant and nursing women can safely consume albacore as one of their fish choices. The new advisory tells pregnant women they can safely eat up to six ounces of albacore a week (an average sandwich contains 2 ounces).
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Please talk to your doctor before taking any of this advice, as every pregnancy is different. However, as a general rule, pregnant women can take Tylenol, Sudafed and/or plain Robitussin. I hope you feel better soon!
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Most Definately!!!! I had baby clothes before I was even married (not a whole lot but cute things) and When my baby was born I did not have to buy ANY clothes for her. I would wait on the car seat and stroller and the food items until you know that you are pregnant just because safety rules change and you don't want food to expire. We started buying a pack of diapers each time we went to the grocery store after we found out we were expecting and didn't have to buy those for about 10 months after she was born!!! Be prepared