Pregnancy myths revealed: Pregnancy has it's own challenges and you want to do everything right for the baby. But how do you know what's right or wrong when everybody tells you something different?
Myths and presumptions about pregnancy are rampant. A myth is a belief that persists despite contradicting evidence, while presumptions exists in the absence of supporting scientific evidence.
Myth: No coffee for me. (True or False?)
False: One 12-ounce cup of coffee a day is perfectly fine.
Myth: No dyeing your hair. (True or False?)
False: No reason to go through pregnancy with roots. The skin absorption is minimal. If you want to be extra safe, you can avoid it during the first trimester of pregnancy.
Myth: Any and all alcoholic drinks are off limits. (True or False?)
True: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends no alcohol throughout pregnancy.
Myth: No air travel in the first and third trimester. (True or False?)
False: However, most commercial airlines restrict flying after 36 weeks.
Myth: No petting your cat. (True or False?)
False: Petting your cat is fine, but don't change your cat's litter box - it can expose you to toxoplasmosis, a parasitic disease that can be transmitted from cat feces.
Myth: Don't eat fish. (True or False?)
True & False: Eat fish that have low levels of mercury like salmon. Sushi from a reputable restaurantb is OK, just skip mackerel, shark, tilefish and swordfish, all which are high in mercury. Limit tuna rolls to two per week.
Myth: No saunas or Jacuzzis. (True or False?)
True: Hot baths are OK, but stay away from saunas or Jacuzzis, which can raise your body temperature over 102 degrees.
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