I have tried to switch to decaf until after the baby is born, but I crave it. Any studies that would let me know how this can be harmful to my unborn child?
2007-05-12 13:48:59 · 10 answers · asked by 2fine4u 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
well, i'm on my 4th pregnancy and have had caffeine with all of them, and didn't do any harm. They tell you to try to limit yourself because caffeine isn't really good for anyone! I just had to cut it down a little, they didn't want me to stop all together because it helps with my migraines/headaches. So just limit yourself to no more than 2 cups a day.
2007-05-12 13:54:33 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In addition to what Melissa has written, which is actually correct:
"...limit caffeine to no more than 300 mg per day...Limit coffee to no more than two 8 ounce cups per day. Some studies have found that high caffeine intakes increase the risk of miscarriage..."
Now since you are already addicted, the complete absence of caffeine will also have an adverse effect on you and baby.
Of course you will find people who have "not had a problem", you'll find some crack addicts giving birth to normal babies as well. Why take that chance? Most women will avoid a cat litter when the chances of toxoplasmosis is far less than the risk of a lower birth weight from to much coffee.
Also watch out for cola, chocolate and black/green tea.
You don't have to eliminate it, but do try to cut down. Even if you don't get down to the recommended levels, less is better than a lot.
2007-05-12 21:41:40 · answer #2 · answered by Noota Oolah 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
caffeine is a drug. and is highly addictive. it passes through the placenta to your baby...therefore you are making your baby be addicted to a drug that it can not say no to. in moderation it is ok..but anything over 300 mg is not good.
pregnant women who consume more than 500 mg a day were more likely to have babies w/ faster heart rates, tremors, increased breathing rate,and spend more time awake after birth.
And according to the March of Dimes, high caffeine consumption may slightly increase the risk of preterm labor or low birth weight, which could make a difference for a baby who's already at risk for these problems
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.
it is safer to avoid caffeine as much as possible.
2007-05-12 21:45:42 · answer #3 · answered by Brandi M. 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
"Caffeine crosses the placenta and is metabolized by the fetus very slowly, the fetus may be at risk of exposure to significant amounts of caffeine from its mother.
Some population studies have shown that high levels of caffeine intake by pregnant women are associated with a higher than normal incidence of prematurity, lower birth weights, and reduced head circumference. Based on available data, the FDA has advised pregnant women to avoid all caffeine during pregnancy."
2007-05-12 20:53:32 · answer #4 · answered by Melissa 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I found this:
How does caffeine affect the fetus?
Since caffeine crosses the placenta and is metabolized by the fetus very slowly, the fetus may be at risk of exposure to significant amounts of caffeine from its mother. In animal studies, high doses of caffeine cause skeletal birth defects, retarded fetal growth, reduced birth weight, and increased stillbirths while lower doses equivalent to only two cups coffee/day may cause slowed bone growth. Subtle neurobehavioral effects persisting into adulthood have been reported in rats exposed to modest doses of caffeine. Caffeine consumed by males prior to mating can also produce significant fetal growth retardation.
Some population studies have shown that high levels of caffeine intake by pregnant women are associated with a higher than normal incidence of prematurity, lower birth weights, and reduced head circumference. Based on available data, the FDA has advised pregnant women to avoid all caffeine during pregnancy.
(based on 1-3 cups of coffee a day)
2007-05-12 20:57:35 · answer #5 · answered by camryangel33 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's not damaging. You can have caffeine just not too much. You can have two 8 oz cups of coffee a day or two 12 oz glasses or soda. People overdo it nowadays but you can have caffeine!! Drink a soda or coffee nothing is going to happen!!! Here's the link to my doctor's office and what she says we can take of caffeine!!
2007-05-12 20:54:04 · answer #6 · answered by I smile because of them ♥ 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
the caffeine will make it's lil heart beat too fast and could cause a heart attack. once a day is fine, but having like 5 cokes is really bad.
2007-05-12 20:52:36 · answer #7 · answered by sunshine_200523 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
there is no bad damages that can be done..my ob told me it was ok to drink about 12oz a day..so i wouldnt worry..the most it could do is up the heart rate and make the baby move alot..good luck and congrats..
2007-05-12 21:02:02 · answer #8 · answered by ~Ashley~ 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
http://www.pharmacy.utah.edu/pharmtox/common_meds/caffeine.html
2007-05-12 20:54:40 · answer #9 · answered by Stacy K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
caffeine is a drug. period.
2007-05-12 21:05:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋