Everything is going just fine until you are stricken with the idea … it’s a food, something you don’t normally eat, but you just have to have it. Or do you? Pregnancy cravings are very strong, even overwhelming cravings for a certain food or foods. When the craving strikes, do you really need to give in?
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Green your pregnancy
What steps should you take to have a healthy, non-toxic pregnancy? For some pregnant moms, taking steps to live a more environmentally friendly life is a natural step when expecting. So, how can you green your pregnant life?
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Pregnancy Dos
Follow these helpful hints for a healthy pregnancy.
| Do | Don’ts |
| Get all essential vitamins and minerals every day. | Don’t eat fish with lots of mercury. |
| Get 400 micrograms (or 0.4 mg) of folic acid daily. | Don’t disregard foodborne illness. |
| Eat a healthy diet. | Don’t use chemicals. |
| Gain a healthy, not excessive amount of weight. | Don’t clean or change a cat’s litter box. |
| Get enough sleep. | Don’t take very hot baths, hot tubs, or saunas. |
| De-stress. | Don’t use scented feminine hygiene products. |
| Get Moving! | Don’t douche. |
| Get a handle on health problems. | Don’t have optional x-rays. |
| Ask your doctor before taking any medicines. | Don’t smoke. |
| Consider getting a flu shot. | Don’t drink alcohol. |
| See your doctor regularly.
Wear your seat belt correctly. Ease the aches and pains. |
Don’t use illegal drugs. |
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