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Pregnancy Safety

One of the biggest questions for lots of pregnant women remains exactly the same throughout their entire pregnancy: Is it safe? From caffeine to all different medications to hair dye, we’ll let you know all the pregnancy do’s and don’ts. The questions start with what to eat while pregnant -- what used to be so simple suddenly must seem incredibly complicated. But try not to get too worked up; though you may have to make some adjustments, most of your gastronomical life can stay pretty much the same. Alcohol and caffeine are a little more complicated, but don’t worry, we’ve got the lowdown on those, too. Exercise is another huge concern for many pregnant women. Are gym classes safe during pregnancy? And what kinds? Use our guide to learn about what sorts of yoga, Pilates, and other workouts are safe while pregnant. You’re also probably wondering about things you never gave a second thought to, like painting your nails, dying your hair, getting on an airplane, using spray tan, getting in a hot tub, getting a massage, exposing yourself to sun and heat and, along those lines, getting a Brazilian wax. We’ve got the lowdown on all those questions and tons more in our guide.

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Pregnancy Safety

From caffeine and soft cheeses to which medications are safe to use while you're pregnant, get answers from our experts on what's totally safe to do and eat during pregnancy and what things you should try to avoid.


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