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I am 8 weeks pregnant. I had a bad bout of vomiting two days ago but I thought that was nausea-related until the diarrhea started and had a slight fever at 100F. All the symptoms have now subsided butI am now sure that it was a case of food poisoning/stomach flu and now worried about the health of my baby since I read so much advice against having food poisoning in pregnancy esp. the first trimester. Has anyone had food poisoning during first trimester and successfully gave birth to a healthy baby?
Answer
Oh yeah, hate food poisoning, espeacially when your newley prego.. I was probably 10 weeks prego when i got the flu really bad, i could swear it was morning sickness except for all the other flu like symtoms... not fun times... I think as long as your fever didnt go over 103 your okay... I was at 102 degrees with the flu. 7-1/2 months later I had a happy and very healthy baby girl. Good luck!
PS I had food poisoning numerous times during that pregnancy and had it in all 3 trimesters, twice in my first!
I wouldnt worry too much.
Oh yeah, hate food poisoning, espeacially when your newley prego.. I was probably 10 weeks prego when i got the flu really bad, i could swear it was morning sickness except for all the other flu like symtoms... not fun times... I think as long as your fever didnt go over 103 your okay... I was at 102 degrees with the flu. 7-1/2 months later I had a happy and very healthy baby girl. Good luck!
PS I had food poisoning numerous times during that pregnancy and had it in all 3 trimesters, twice in my first!
I wouldnt worry too much.
is the first trimester of pregnancy the most critical stage?
jeannie26
What are the do's and don'ts for the first trimester?
Answer
No alcohol, drugs, or smoking. If you are currently doing any of these, then stop asap. The first trimester is the most important b/c most of the building blocks of your baby are formed then. It's imporant to take care of yourself by eating healthy and excerising in moderation! Here are some things to stay away from:
Seafood can be a great source of protein and iron, and the omega-3 fatty acids in many fish can help promote your baby's brain development. In fact, a British study published in February 2007 suggests that skimping on seafood during pregnancy may contribute to poor verbal skills, behavioral problems and other developmental issues during childhood. However, some fish and shellfish contain potentially dangerous levels of mercury. Too much mercury may damage your baby's developing nervous system.
The bigger and older the fish, the more mercury it may contain. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) encourages pregnant women to avoid:
Swordfish
Shark
King mackerel
Tilefish
So what's safe? Some types of seafood contain little mercury. Although concerns have been raised about the level of mercury in any type of canned tuna, the FDA says you can safely eat up to 12 ounces a week (two average meals) of:
Shrimp
Canned light tuna (limit albacore tuna and tuna steak to no more than 6 ounces a week)
Salmon
Pollock
Catfish
To avoid ingesting harmful bacteria or viruses, avoid raw fish and shellfish â especially oysters and clams â and anything caught in polluted water. Refrigerated smoked seafood is also off limits, unless it's an ingredient in a casserole or other cooked dish.
When you cook fish, use the 10-minute rule. Measure the fish at its thickest part and cook for 10 minutes per inch at 450 F. Boil shellfish â such as clams, oysters and shrimp â for four to six minutes.
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Meat and poultry
During pregnancy, changes in your metabolism and circulation may increase the risk of bacterial food poisoning. Your reaction may be more severe than if you weren't pregnant. Rarely, your baby may get sick, too.
To prevent food-borne illness, fully cook all meats and poultry before eating. Look for the juices to run clear, but use a meat thermometer to make sure.
Skip medium or rare burgers and sausages. The Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria commonly found on the surface of meat may be distributed throughout the whole product during the grinding process. Unless you cook ground meat to an internal temperature of 160 F, you may not raise its internal temperature enough to kill E. coli. Use a meat thermometer to make sure the meat is done.
Be careful with hot dogs and deli meats, too. These are sources of a rare but potentially serious food-borne illness known as listeriosis. Cook hot dogs and heat deli meats until they're steaming hot â or avoid them completely.
MORE ON THIS TOPIC
Food poisoning: Prevention includes safe cooking temperatures
Dairy products
Dairy products such as skim milk, mozzarella cheese and cottage cheese can be a healthy part of your diet. But anything containing unpasteurized milk is a no-no. These products may lead to food-borne illness.
Unless these soft cheeses are clearly labeled as being made with pasteurized milk, don't eat:
Brie
Feta
Camembert
Blue-veined cheeses, such as Roquefort
Mexican-style cheeses, such as queso blanco, queso fresco, queso de hoja, queso de crema and asadero
Caffeine
During pregnancy, moderate caffeine intake â 200 milligrams or less a day, about the amount in two cups of coffee â seems to have no adverse effects. But that doesn't mean caffeine is free of risks.
Caffeine can cross the placenta and affect your baby's heart rate and breathing. Heavy caffeine intake â 500 milligrams or more a day, about the amount in five cups of coffee â may lower your baby's birth weight and head circumference.
Because of the unknowns, your health care provider may recommend limiting caffeine intake to less than 200 milligrams a day.
Herbal tea
Although herbal tea may be soothing, avoid it unless your health care provider says it's OK. Large amounts of some herbal teas â including peppermint and red raspberry leaf â may cause contractions and increase the risk of miscarriage or preterm labor.
Alcohol
One drink isn't likely to hurt your baby â but no level of alcohol has been proved safe during pregnancy. The safest bet is to avoid alcohol entirely.
Consider the risks. Mothers who drink alcohol have a higher risk of miscarriage and stillbirth. Excessive alcohol consumption may result in fetal alcohol syndrome, which can cause facial deformities, heart problems, low birth weight and mental retardation. Even moderate drinking can impact your baby's brain development.
If you think you might need help to stop drinking alcohol, talk with your health care provider.
Good luck!
No alcohol, drugs, or smoking. If you are currently doing any of these, then stop asap. The first trimester is the most important b/c most of the building blocks of your baby are formed then. It's imporant to take care of yourself by eating healthy and excerising in moderation! Here are some things to stay away from:
Seafood can be a great source of protein and iron, and the omega-3 fatty acids in many fish can help promote your baby's brain development. In fact, a British study published in February 2007 suggests that skimping on seafood during pregnancy may contribute to poor verbal skills, behavioral problems and other developmental issues during childhood. However, some fish and shellfish contain potentially dangerous levels of mercury. Too much mercury may damage your baby's developing nervous system.
The bigger and older the fish, the more mercury it may contain. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) encourages pregnant women to avoid:
Swordfish
Shark
King mackerel
Tilefish
So what's safe? Some types of seafood contain little mercury. Although concerns have been raised about the level of mercury in any type of canned tuna, the FDA says you can safely eat up to 12 ounces a week (two average meals) of:
Shrimp
Canned light tuna (limit albacore tuna and tuna steak to no more than 6 ounces a week)
Salmon
Pollock
Catfish
To avoid ingesting harmful bacteria or viruses, avoid raw fish and shellfish â especially oysters and clams â and anything caught in polluted water. Refrigerated smoked seafood is also off limits, unless it's an ingredient in a casserole or other cooked dish.
When you cook fish, use the 10-minute rule. Measure the fish at its thickest part and cook for 10 minutes per inch at 450 F. Boil shellfish â such as clams, oysters and shrimp â for four to six minutes.
Pregnancy nutrition: Healthy eating for you and your baby
Pregnancy: Essential nutrients when you're eating for two
Meat and poultry
During pregnancy, changes in your metabolism and circulation may increase the risk of bacterial food poisoning. Your reaction may be more severe than if you weren't pregnant. Rarely, your baby may get sick, too.
To prevent food-borne illness, fully cook all meats and poultry before eating. Look for the juices to run clear, but use a meat thermometer to make sure.
Skip medium or rare burgers and sausages. The Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria commonly found on the surface of meat may be distributed throughout the whole product during the grinding process. Unless you cook ground meat to an internal temperature of 160 F, you may not raise its internal temperature enough to kill E. coli. Use a meat thermometer to make sure the meat is done.
Be careful with hot dogs and deli meats, too. These are sources of a rare but potentially serious food-borne illness known as listeriosis. Cook hot dogs and heat deli meats until they're steaming hot â or avoid them completely.
Food poisoning: Prevention includes safe cooking temperatures
Dairy products
Dairy products such as skim milk, mozzarella cheese and cottage cheese can be a healthy part of your diet. But anything containing unpasteurized milk is a no-no. These products may lead to food-borne illness.
Unless these soft cheeses are clearly labeled as being made with pasteurized milk, don't eat:
Brie
Feta
Camembert
Blue-veined cheeses, such as Roquefort
Mexican-style cheeses, such as queso blanco, queso fresco, queso de hoja, queso de crema and asadero
Caffeine
During pregnancy, moderate caffeine intake â 200 milligrams or less a day, about the amount in two cups of coffee â seems to have no adverse effects. But that doesn't mean caffeine is free of risks.
Caffeine can cross the placenta and affect your baby's heart rate and breathing. Heavy caffeine intake â 500 milligrams or more a day, about the amount in five cups of coffee â may lower your baby's birth weight and head circumference.
Because of the unknowns, your health care provider may recommend limiting caffeine intake to less than 200 milligrams a day.
Herbal tea
Although herbal tea may be soothing, avoid it unless your health care provider says it's OK. Large amounts of some herbal teas â including peppermint and red raspberry leaf â may cause contractions and increase the risk of miscarriage or preterm labor.
Alcohol
One drink isn't likely to hurt your baby â but no level of alcohol has been proved safe during pregnancy. The safest bet is to avoid alcohol entirely.
Consider the risks. Mothers who drink alcohol have a higher risk of miscarriage and stillbirth. Excessive alcohol consumption may result in fetal alcohol syndrome, which can cause facial deformities, heart problems, low birth weight and mental retardation. Even moderate drinking can impact your baby's brain development.
If you think you might need help to stop drinking alcohol, talk with your health care provider.
Good luck!
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