Question 1

is it safe to use ky his and hers lubricant during pregnancy? the box says avoid use if pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by doctor. i have preeclampsia and just want to be safe.

Accepted Answer

Avoid use: I would advise to avoid any of that use, so many medications/ supplements/ products might have effects that have not been substantiated by research yet, so it is safer to avoid use of these products

Question 2

i have read several articles that suggest using coconut oil as a sexual lubricant. is this safe? can i use coconut oil for lube during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

No : Do not use any oil based product in the vagina. Only use water based lubricants.

Question 3

cauge ofvlegs sweling during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Leg swelling: Hormonal changes occur in pregnancy so that could be a cause. You should also get assessed for hypertension and thyroid problems as these can also be associated with leg swelling during and after pregnancy. I wish you well.

Question 4

what causes linea negra during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Linea Nigra: is caused by ^ melanocyte-stimulating hormone production by the placenta.

Question 5

is eating jackfruit is ok during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Eat Jackfruit!: Absolutely.  It is high in protein, potassium and vitamin B12.  also low in Carbs and taste like Juicy Fruit!  We don't see many of them in the Pacific Northwest though :(

Question 6

what foods are to be avoided during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy diet: In general you want to eat a low carbohydrate, vitamin rich diet.  So, lots of veggies, lean protein.  Avoid too much lake fish and some fatty salt water fish may be an issue, avoid excessive sugar and caffeine.  Most OB providers will have a healthy pregnancy diet you can have and online there are lots of resources for pregnancy diets.  Its mostly common sense.  If you eat healthy so does baby!

Question 7

is 97.0 - 98.10 bbt ok during 6 weeks of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

BBT: Bbt should not be a concern in pregnancy at all. It is a concern in someone desiring to get pregnant. It plays no role whatsoever now.

Question 8

smoking during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Very bad idea: Smoking will hurt not only your health but also your baby's health for the rest of his/her life. Quit asap. It is not easy. Consult your doctor for assistance.

Question 9

insomonia during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Common: There a multiple changes in your body during pregnancy and insomnia is not too worrisome.  Discuss it with your obstetrician next visit.  Have a balanced diet, an exercise regimen, and give yourself a "sleep time" and stick to it.

Question 10

is wine ok during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol in pregnancy: As a physician, the recommendation is no alcohol during pregnancy. Would a glass here or there probably be okay once you are out of the first trimester? Probably as most risks are with heavy consumption. So, would not recommend it but one glass is probably not the end of the world.

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Is it safe to use ky his and hers lubricant during pregnancy? the box says avoid use if pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by doctor. i have preeclampsia and just want to be safe.

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I have read several articles that suggest using coconut oil as a sexual lubricant. is this safe? can i use coconut oil for lube during pregnancy?

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Cauge ofvlegs sweling during pregnancy?

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What causes linea negra during pregnancy?

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Is 97.0 - 98.10 bbt ok during 6 weeks of pregnancy?

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Is wine ok during pregnancy?

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