Theres so much to look forward to when yourepregnant, especially if its your first time.
You eagerly wait to see ifyour hairgrows as thick and healthy as everyone says it will.
Its true, even the common cold hits differently when youre expecting.
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Its normal for colds to feel worse when youre pregnant.
In fact, its totally normal.
Home remedies can really make a difference.
Time-tested home remedies really can help with cold symptoms and dont come with any worrisome potential side effects.
Honey makes a great natural throat soother, whether you add it to tea or take a spoonful straight-up.
It really can make you feel better, anddehydrationcan lead to serious complications during pregnancy.
Aim to drink enough that your urine stays pale yellow to clear.
you’re gonna wanna read whats in your over-the-counter pain reliever.
Many recommend avoiding medications during the first trimester.
OTC cold medicines can get complicated.
In the category of nasal sprays, versions using salt water/saline are a safe and effective option during pregnancy.
Nasal sprays with triamcinolone and oxymetazoline arenotrecommended, since studies link these drugs to certain birth defects.
You might want to wear a pad.
Sorry to say, the leakage issue will get worse, not better, after childbirth.
A backup pad helps relieve the stress of this unpleasant side effect of a common cold and pregnancy.
Its extra-important to get your flu vaccine.
If you think having a cold whilepregnantis rough, the flu can be much worse.
Havingthe flu when pregnantalso increases the risk of miscarriage, premature birth, and low birth weight.
If this feels like more than the common cold, see a healthcare provider.
Sneezing and a headache is one thing.
A high feverabove 102requires immediate treatment.
The good news is that your baby doesnt feel any of your discomfort as you sneeze the night away.
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