Was wondering if this is just a myth, and if not is it through out the whole pregnancy or just up to a certain month.
2006-10-06 09:42:52 · 19 answers · asked by Sweetpea 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
No, its not a myth by any means. Any type of feces is harmful but, the most common is feline feces which carries a bacter called toxoplasmosis. It is very dangerous. And can be fatal to the unborn. Please research this topic more on your own cause here everyone will just give you their opinion but, knowing the facts will help you and your baby.
2006-10-06 09:46:52 · answer #1 · answered by baby_gurl_3778 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is absolutely NOT a myth. Some, but not all, cats carry toxioplasmosis and it is passed in their fecal matter. You can have your cat tested to see if they are a carrier but if they are an outdoor/indoor cat, they can get it at any time from eating birds, bugs, feces, etc. This can be very harmful to a fetus. The most critical time is during the first trimester which is up to week 13. This is when the most crucial development is going on. However, it is still not a good idea for any pregnant women to change the litter at all during her pregnancy even after the first trimester as, if contracted, this disease can still harm the baby. If transmitted in the first trimester, it can result in miscarriage and malformations. Don't Chance It!!
2006-10-06 09:52:34 · answer #2 · answered by Tia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I actually read this in a magazine. If you have been around your cat for a few months before getting pregnant, then chances are you already got toxoplasmosis. So now your body is immune to it. The only time a pregnant woman is to be very careful is if she gets a cat AFTER becoming pregnant. I was worried about the same thing cause i have a cat for 6 years and am now pregnant. So my chances are slim to NONE...
2006-10-06 14:27:40 · answer #3 · answered by tdlanj2003 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it is true. Cat feces can cause toxoplasmosis, which can be very detrimantal to baby. It can cause birth defects among other things. Have your spouse do it, you get a break for 9 months, and if your on your own have a friend do it, or wear gloves and a mask and be very carful. Good lucl
2006-10-06 09:50:03 · answer #4 · answered by shrimpseys 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not sure of the durations but no a pregnant woman should not clean out a littler box its the amonia in the pee thats harmful to the baby
2006-10-06 09:46:35 · answer #5 · answered by Brandi D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's certainly a good idea to limit contact with bacteria and cat poo is filled with bacteria.
Best stay away for the whole pregnancy.
Though, women used to tread through the barn lot and milk the cows while pregnant.
2006-10-06 09:45:15 · answer #6 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No a pregnant should never clean a litter bos is not the best for you or baby at anytime in the pregency
2006-10-06 11:19:36 · answer #7 · answered by whats up all 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like everyone else has said it is true, but frankly I've changed litter boxes wth all three of my pregnancies, I'm not saying that you should, but if you decide to, wear gloves and cover your mouth and nose, and of course wash your hands afterwards.
2006-10-06 09:50:22 · answer #8 · answered by nomine81395 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's a myth, but men should clean the litter box anyways!
2006-10-06 10:07:53 · answer #9 · answered by I Hate Kids 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, it's not a myth...the feces in the litter box carries a disease called toxoplasmosis. another good thing about being pregnant, huh? :)
congrats if you're the one preggers!!
2006-10-06 09:48:07 · answer #10 · answered by martinaintexas 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋