examples: coffe or soda?
2007-01-28 21:21:53 · 20 answers · asked by interesting_awesome_beautiful 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
No, as long as it's not excessive amounts
2-3 a day would be safe
2007-01-28 21:27:05 · answer #1 · answered by hexabob 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hello there.
It is perfectly fine to continue to have your morning coffee if that is what you are asking.
Since soda pop contains nothing but sugar it is not a good food choice for you whether you are pregnant or not. During pregnancy you want to make your calories count and you want to make the best choices for your baby that you can.
Before you eat or drink something it is a good idea to ask yourself, " what am I giving my baby with this?" if the answer is not one that you like very much I would pass it up.
There are so many things that you can drink that are actually good for you and your growing baby. Soda pop is really not one of them.
The caffeine is not really contraindicated in pregnancy *in small amounts*. Too much is not a good thing but a little bit will not hurt anything either.
Many, many women find that they no longer enjoy coffee while they are pregnant and this may be true for you also.
Also, if nausea is a problem, sometimes sipping an ice cold soda seems soothing, in that case I would say it is fine.
Take care of yourself dear and good luck!
Blessings
Lady Trinity~
2007-01-29 05:34:59 · answer #2 · answered by Lady Trinity 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well really its is not a right or wrong question...
What i am mentioning below are facts:
Caffeine is a stimulant and a diuretic. Because caffeine is a stimulant, it increases your blood pressure and heart rate, both of which are not recommended during pregnancy. Caffeine also increases the frequency of urination. This causes reduction in your body fluid levels and can lead to dehydration.
Caffeine crosses the placenta to your baby. Although you may be able to handle the amounts of caffeine you feed your body, your baby cannot. Your baby's metabolism is still maturing and cannot fully metabolize the caffeine. Any amount of caffeine can also cause changes in your baby's sleep pattern or normal movement pattern in the later stages of pregnancy. Remember, caffeine is a stimulant and can keep both you and your baby awake.
Caffeine is found in more than just coffee. Caffeine is not only found in coffee but also in tea, soda, chocolate, and even some over-the-counter medications that relieve headaches.
Be aware of what you consume.
And most of all congratulations and all the best :)
2007-01-29 05:28:40 · answer #3 · answered by crystal 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Although you may be able to handle the amounts of caffeine you feed your body, your baby cannot. Your baby's metabolism is still maturing and cannot fully metabolize the caffeine.
check out this website it tells you all you need to know about caffeine and pregnancy:
http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/caffeine.html
and this website for soda
http://www.babycenter.com/plus/safe/quest.jhtml?iisQuestId=1137626
2007-01-29 05:31:04 · answer #4 · answered by Shannyn 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No caffeine, limit the pop. Don't drink diet anything.
2007-01-29 07:13:06 · answer #5 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Excess caffeine can cause your unborn baby to kick more often.
2007-01-29 05:25:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
you should not drink more than 4 cup of coffee !too much caffeine is not good for your baby!
2007-01-29 05:27:27 · answer #7 · answered by Melinda 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
well would you give your 3 month old coffee in a bottle whe he or she gets here?babies do not need caffine ...If it raises your heart rate and blood pressure what do you think it would do to a 3 month old let alone a delicate fetus who heart is not fully developed yet?
2007-01-29 05:26:17 · answer #8 · answered by stegall_sherry 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dr. said 2 cups of coffee was ok. I never asked about soda.
2007-01-29 05:28:27 · answer #9 · answered by ladydaisy 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You are suppose to just limit the amount you drink, check with your OB to get exacts.
2007-01-29 05:44:13 · answer #10 · answered by jess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋