Pregnancy Facts

Warning Signs or Reasons to Call your provider:

• Bleeding or cramping
• Gush of fluid from vagina or breaking your bag of water
• Headache that does not resolve with rest, Tylenol, or eating
• Urinary frequency, pain, burning, or lower back pain
• Fever - over 101°
• Severe or prolonged nausea and vomiting - 12 hrs. or longer-frequent dizzy spells
• Falls or trauma to the abdomen
• Any serious concerns

Hazards to avoid in pregnancy:

• Unnecessary X-Rays
• Cigarettes, Alcohol and Drugs (Social or Over-the-Counter)
• Hot tubs and saunas
• Chemicals and fumes
• Caffeine
• Kitty Litter

Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy:

• Eat small frequent meals every 2 hrs.- 2 to 3 of carbohydrates & proteins are best
• Dry crackers before getting up in the morning
• Avoid foods with strong or offensive odors
• Increase rest - try to nap every day
• You may try wrist bands for sea sickness, available at boating stores
• At bedtime you can try: ½ unisom tablet or, you can try 100mg B6 twice a day or your provider may prescribe Pyridox Plus for you (combining B6 & unisom) or other anti-nausea medications
• If you are vomiting more than 5 or 6 times a day, you may need to come in and receive IV hydration.  Give the clinic a call.

Pregnancy Risk Hotline 1-800-822-2229. This is a hotline # to answer any questions you may have regarding use of medications in pregnancy.