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Pregnancy Dos and Don'ts
"Is it safe to go tanning during pregnancy?" "Can I eat hot dogs?" Here are the answers to the top 50 questions we get from expecting moms.
By Parenting.com

Some pregnancy guidebooks read like one very long and sometimes confusing list of dos and don'ts. To help you make sense of it all, here are the answers to your top 50 questions.

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Beauty and Hygiene

 Can I get a manicure during pregnancy?
 Can I get a pedicure during pregnancy?
 Can I color my hair during pregnancy?
 Can I use a hot tub or sauna during pregnancy?
 Can I take a bath during pregnancy?
 Can I use a Jacuzzi during pregnancy?
 Can I use aromatherapy during pregnancy?
 Can I get a massage during pregnancy?
 Can I get reflexology during pregnancy?
 Can I get a facial during pregnancy?
 Can I use acne treatments during pregnancy?
 Can I go to a tanning salon during pregnancy?


Next: Exercise and Recreation >>

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Exercise and Recreation

 Can I jog during pregnancy?
 Can I ski during pregnancy?
 Can I ice skate during pregnancy?
 Can I do yoga during pregnancy?
 Can I lift weights during pregnancy?
 Can I do aerobic-type exercise during pregnancy?
 Can I ride a bike during pregnancy?
 Can I travel on a plane during pregnancy?


Next: Food and Beverages >>

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Food and Beverages

 Can I drink alcohol during pregnancy?
 Can I smoke during pregnancy?
 Can I use a microwave during pregnancy?
 Can I eat fish during pregnancy?
 Can I eat tuna fish during pregnancy?
 Can I eat shellfish during pregnancy?
 Can I eat sushi or raw fish during pregnancy?
 Can I eat raw or rare-cooked beef during pregnancy?
 Can I eat pork during pregnancy?
 Can I eat cold cuts during pregnancy?
 Can I eat hot dogs during pregnancy?
 Can I eat cheese during pregnancy?
 Can I eat peanut butter during pregnancy?
 Can I drink coffee during pregnancy?
 Can I drink herbal tea during pregnancy?
 Can I use artificial sweetners during pregnancy?


Next: Medicine >>

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Medicine

 Can I get a flu shot during pregnancy?
 Can I take OTC cold medications during pregnancy?
 Can I take OTC pain relievers during pregnancy?
 Can I take antidepressants during pregnancy?
 Can I take allergy medication during pregnancy?
 Can I take sleeping pills during pregnancy?
 Can I continue asthma treatment during pregnancy?
 Can I take herbal supplements during pregnancy?


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Around the Home

 Can I use household cleaning products during pregnancy?
 Can I paint the nursery during pregnancy?
 Can I refinish furniture during pregnancy?
 Can I clean the litter box during pregnancy?