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Common myths about pregnancy

There is no evidence to show that you need to eat for 2 when you're pregnant. How much extra calories you need to eat will depend on your weight and height.

10 Common Pregnancy Myths | University Hospitals

University Hospitals certified nurse midwife Pamela Hetrick, CNM, helps separate fact from fiction when it comes to the most persistent pregnancy myths.

5 Pregnancy Myths - Nationwide Children's Hospital

Myth No. 1: You shouldn't exercise while pregnant. Exercise is good for you and your baby. But you may need to make a few modifications.

11 Pregnancy Myths and Facts Every Woman Needs to Read

This article addresses 11 common pregnancy myths, discussing topics ranging from infertility to postpartum depression.

10 pregnancy myths | Tommy's

You don't need to eat for two, flying is usually fine and you can dye your hair. Find out the truth behind 10 of the most misunderstood pregnancy myths.

9 Common Pregnancy Myths – Debunked - Scripps Health

1. Myth: You should not exercise while you are pregnant. Physical activity does not increase your risk of miscarriage or low weight.

Pregnancy: Myths and facts - MedicalNewsToday

Many myths surround pregnancy, some of which involve incorrect information or advice that may be harmful.

Which Pregnancy Myths Are Actually True? - University of Utah Health

Could eating spicy food during pregnancy cause your child to go blind? Can cocoa butter prevent stretch marks? Does a chronic stomach ache mean your baby will ...

Pregnancy Myths, Dos, and Don'ts - WebMD

Most studies show no adverse effects from three or four cups of coffee per day during pregnancy. Still, some doctors and midwives are cautious.

9 Bizarre Myths About Pregnancy - Britannica

There are countless myths, superstitions, and old wives' tales about pregnancy, many of them wonderfully misleading and yet actually believed and perpetuated.

3 Myths About Exercise and Pregnancy | Johns Hopkins Medicine

This myth has proliferated for many years, but pregnancy is actually an ideal time to start an exercise program — even if you've never really exercised before ...

Top 5 Pregnancy Myths, Busted | The University of Vermont Health ...

Here's some current (factual) advice from three pregnancy experts within the University of Vermont Health Network.

Pregnancy Myths and Practical Tips - AAFP

This article will discuss physical activity, provide recommendations for weight gain during pregnancy, review components of a well-balanced diet, discuss ...

Fact or Fiction: Debunking Pregnancy Myths - Memorial Hermann

Here Dr. England sorts through pregnancy fables to determine what's fact and what's fiction. Coffee could cause a miscarriage. False.

Debunking Myths in Pregnancy - Advanced OB-GYN Associates

Most experts believe that consuming less than 200 mg of caffeine a day during pregnancy is safe-ie one 12-ounce cup of coffee.

14 Pregnancy Myths You Should Stop Believing

While raising your core body temperature above 101 degrees Fahrenheit during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester, can lead to birth ...

Myths and Facts About Pregnancy Every Woman Should Know

Pregnant women should avoid raw fish and meat, alcohol, and tobacco products, because all of these can pose dangerous complications for pregnant mothers and ...

10 Myths About Pregnancy We All Believed (At Some Point)

Eating for two during pregnancy is a myth. In fact, there's no evidence to prove this myth and overeating can result in maternal weight gain and child obesity.

The 5 Most Common Misconceptions About Pregnancy

Pregnant women hear that raising their hands over their heads might cause the umbilical cord to wrap around the baby's neck. This is not true.

Debunking 5 Common Pregnancy Myths

1. Pregnancy is a time when you are eating for two, so go for it. While it's true that pregnancy requires women to increase their nutrition, it never should be ...