can pregnant women drink red wine?

Question

If I have bph, is it bad for me to drink red wine?

Answer 1

Current trend: The current recommendation from your United States surgeon general is complete abstinence from any alcohol consumption. This is supported in other countries as well.

Answer 2

Childbirth classes: Call your hospital and ask about childbirth classes. This is a good way to meet women in your shoes. Also cal the la leche league.

Answer 3

Start with family: Developing a network for support is similar to developing a network of friends, coworkers. However, a woman who is pregnant is vulnerable in some ways so needs to be more cautious whom she friends irl or using social media. I suggest she not share real names, locations, the due date, plans for delivery, gender of the baby, ultrasound photos, etc. On websites or with people she does not know well.

Answer 4

Pamper with Empathy: Physically and emotionally demanding for many women, pregnancy is often a time when a little concern and caring goes a long way. Simple efforts like massage (back and feet need extra attention). Non-judgemental listening, especially about concerns after the bay arrives. Finally, just ask "what can I do to help you now?" just a few examples to help a pregnant spouse, relative, or friend.

Answer 5

Thanks for asking!: It is sometimes awkward for friends, family, coworkers when a couple has a difficult time conceiving or a complicated pregnancy. No one wants to intrude, but often just knowing there are people concerned is a big help to the couple. So send an email, a small gift or a note with an offer to perform some errands, eg. Then if the couple wants to open up and share, be willing to listen--simply listen.

Answer 6

No: You can take a hot bath. You don't want the water to be so hot that it will make you uncomfortable.

Answer 7

No: When you take a hot bath (or head for the hot tub) the blood vessels in your skin, arms and legs dilate. This can divert the blood from your heart to the skin to cool you. If enough blood diverts your baby won't get enough oxygen. However if you are careful to take warm baths, that is fine. If you start to feel dizzy or light-headed in the tub, get help to get out right away.

Answer 8

No: Nope, not true. I've wondered where the old wives' tale came from...If you break your bag of waters, you won't know? And, for thousands of years, pregnant women in the sahara desert have taken warm/hot baths...It was called the nile river.

Answer 9

Yes: Warm baths are okay, but may increase the risk of a vaginal infection. Hot tubs are discouraged in the first trimester. Excessive body heat can cause birth defects.

Answer 10

Depends on temp: Heat from saunas, hot tubs, bath tubs, etc. Can raise the core body temperature of the expectant mother. Fetal problems can result from high temperatures. That is why many physicians warn pregnant women to be cautious.

Answer 11

Pregnancy class C: Oral antifungal drugs are pregnancy class c. Unless absolutely necessary, your doctor will generally avoid prescribing it. Category c drugs show adverse affect on fetus in animal studies, but no adequate human studies showing adverse affects on human fetus. However, potential benefits may out way risks if need to be used during pregnancy.

Answer 12

Depends on the med.: That is a complex question as there are many different antifungal medications. Most are 'category b' which are safe in pregnancy. However; some are not suggested for nursing mothers' and some are 'category c'; which are considered unsafe in pregnancy. Discussing the choice of medications with an obstetrician; or a primary care physician is advised.

Answer 13

Probably not: as it is not known what chemical compounds are in the smoke it would be unwise to subject yourself or an unborn baby to the rubber smoke.

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