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Is it safe for me to hold my arms over my head while i am pregnant?
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Yes: This is a common myth that reaching your arms over the head causes damage to the fetus. Another myth is that this leads to the cord being wrapped around the neck. These are myths.
Answered 3/27/2011
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Yes: Holding your hands over your head (for a normal period of time) when pregnant should not cause any adverse reactions.
Answered 9/11/2013
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