Having The Odd Coffee and Other Things I Have Done “Wrong” In My Pregnancy
Congrats! You’re expecting, now here is a mile long list on what you’re NOT allowed to do.
It seems like the moment you find out the happy news, that is exactly what you hear. (Whether it’s word of mouth, online or in a book. My personal favorite is word of mouth, people love giving our their opinions regardless if they’re asked for or not.) It’s ridiculous all the pregnancy no-nos and it can be a little stressful on the mom-to-be. Every time I had a turkey sandwich I felt guilty and I hated that. Especially when it was the only thing I could stomach for a bit, I figured it was better to eat then not to eat at all. It’s not like I’m boozing up (or worse). I have had enough of the “You can’t do that’s”.
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My Rap Sheet:
- I will have a latte/cappucino/cup of coffee every once in a while
- Ate a hot dog (actually, I have had multiple)*
- Made (or ordered) a sandwich that had deli meat*
- Dyed my hair (even though it is proven that this does not affect the baby, especially when the dye doesn’t touch the scalp, you wouldn’t believe the comments I received on this).
- Ordered fast food
- I take hot showers
- In Hawaii, I went in the hot tub (mind you it was only ten minutes at a time)
- In Hawaii, I went snorkeling
- I don’t drink near enough water
- I have tuna (sometimes twice a week)
- Since I crave sour candies, guess what? I have them. Often.
- I am not eating enough fruits/veggies
- I frequently forget to take my prenatal vitamin
- I had cole slaw on Friday (I didn’t even know you couldn’t do this until now)
- When I have eggs, I have them over easy
- Sometimes when I have steak, I take it medium
- I take Tylenol (even with the Dr’s okay, people still give me their opinion).
- I drink tap water
- I’m having peanut butter and toast as I write this
I personally don’t see much wrong with what I have done. I’m not boozing away, smoking or doing drugs. This list isn’t an everyday occurrence (well, maybe somethings are), it’s an every once in a while I do this. I know I’m not the only one and I won’t be the only one.
Feel free to comment with your “rap sheet”.
*these items I buy natural, with no preservatives.
What’s wrong with pb and toast? My entire first trimester all I could stomach (and I use that term loosely) was pb and toast.
Apparently pregnant women are not allowed to have peanut products. I just learned this with the whole Kate Middleton denying peanut paste thing…
Wow, I never knew about the Peanut butter or the coleslaw. While I craved fresh fruit and cottage cheese with pickles with my son I consumed a ton of sour candies too..
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Well, things change ~ Yet some how myself and others have survived and lived well despite what our Mother’s ate for food ~ Enjoy your pregnancy ~ wishing you peace during your journey ~thanks and namaste, CArol (Share the Creative JOurney) Happy Autumn Blog ^_^
OMG i went through that last yr with my hubby and the discussion we would get into about coffee. Dr said it was ok 1x a day only about 8 oz only. I only drank less than that and would through the rest out. he did calm down once dr said it was ok. but there is no way out of it ur gonna get everyone giving u an opinion. i wish i had a tshirt that said no opinion i know what i’m doing thank you.
I have done at least half of those things on the list. One of the only things I can eat right now are peanut butter crackers and hot dogs. I take Tylenol when I need it, but haven’t lately. And I love hot showers. Actually the doctor I go to said that hot tubs are okay, and not to worry about them, just don’t stay in too long.
Hold the phone! I’m 16 weeks along and didn’t know about half of this stuff! Peanut butter? Fast food? Tap water?! I hope I’m not in trouble, hehe!
I’ve done a lot of those things when pregnant with all four of my kids. Lunch meat and hot dogs are supposed to be ok as long as they are heated through. I didn’t know about peanut butter or coleslaw. Seems they’re constantly adding to the list. I’m visiting you from the Alexa Drop Hop. Thanks for stopping by http://www.deannasbargains.com