I'm about 8 weeks along and have a really bad craving for a Java Chip Frappuccino from Starbucks. I know that as a pregnant woman, I'm not supposed to have caffeine, nor the extra sugar...but if I haven't had caffeine up until now and if I just have a tall (small) size just this once, just to satisfy the craving...is that okay or will I be in a big heap o' trouble to come?
2006-10-04 07:11:06 · 13 answers · asked by Lexie 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
You can treat yourself here and there with stuff like that. It'll make you happier so your baby will be happier. Just don't over do it. My mom ate chocolate chip cookies and olives at the same time and I turned out ok. The doctors don't want you to drink cups and cups and cups of coffee all day and everyday. So, go and enjoy!
2006-10-04 07:16:01 · answer #1 · answered by kelliemag 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The thing I found is that I would have a craving and then I would crave it more and more. So be careful about that. But I say go for it anyway. Once you've had it you can stop the craving with will power and finding something else that might curve the crave (like pickles or ice cream). Also, fulfilling your cravings is a great way to get those calories and gain the weight needed.
2006-10-04 15:34:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is perfectly fine to have caffeine here and there in small doses. You don't want to be miserable during your pregnancy. Giving in to some of your cravings now and then will not hurt the baby.
Many females drink a cup of coffee a day. It is of course best to not drink a lot of it but some here and there will be fine for you and for your baby.
This is not to be said for alcohol or smoking.
congrats and good luck btw! :)
2006-10-04 14:15:07 · answer #3 · answered by FerymayGirl 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you crave it, you must need it. Go for it. Maybe even once a week. A little caffeine and sugar aren't going to kill you!
2006-10-04 15:14:54 · answer #4 · answered by Jessie P 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go ahead and have a small one. The only really dangerous cravings doctors warn about is if your start craving dirt (actually wanting to eat it). Having coffee and other caffinated drinks in moderation is prefectly fine. Enjoy!
2006-10-04 14:18:22 · answer #5 · answered by Chris 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
you should be fine if u kill ur craving once in a while.....u shouldnt have caffeine or lots of sugar on an everyday basis....enjoy urelf this time...
2006-10-04 14:18:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, my doctor said I can have some tea or coffee every now and then (no more than 3 cups a day). So if you are absolutely craving it, and gotta have it, don't deny yourself!
2006-10-04 14:15:09 · answer #7 · answered by Huliganjetta 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
that should be fine, they say just to keep it low on the caffeine, no more than 3 caffenated drinks a day.
2006-10-04 14:15:07 · answer #8 · answered by TN girl 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it would be ok if it was a small....with both of my kids i drank caffiene and they were fine and so was I...you just cant do it all of the time... once in a blue moon is ok.....
2006-10-04 14:21:38 · answer #9 · answered by juliaguliasoccer 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think it is ok as long as you have just a little and not all the time and my friend had a baby that is healthy and she drank soda once in a while...just don't over due it
2006-10-04 14:20:35 · answer #10 · answered by thugluv 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋