Here are six common pregnancy myths debunked:

1️⃣ "You should eat for two."

🔍 Reality: While calorie needs do increase during pregnancy, it's not double! In the first trimester, no extra calories are needed. In the second trimester, you need about 300-350 extra calories, and in the third, around 450 extra calories. Quality over quantity is key!

2️⃣ "Heartburn means your baby will have lots of hair."

🔍 Reality: While some studies suggest a mild correlation, heartburn is mostly caused by pregnancy hormones relaxing the esophagus, allowing stomach acid to rise—not by your baby’s hair growth!

3️⃣ "You can't drink coffee at all."

🔍 Reality: Moderate caffeine intake (under 200 mg per day,) is generally considered safe during pregnancy. Just be mindful of caffeine in tea, chocolate, and soft drinks too!

4️⃣ "You should avoid exercise to prevent harm to the baby."

🔍 Reality: Exercise is highly beneficial during pregnancy! Activities like walking, swimming, and prenatal yoga can improve circulation, reduce stress, and help with labour prep. Avoid high-risk activities, but staying active is encouraged.

5️⃣ "Morning sickness only happens in the morning."

🔍 Reality: Nausea can strike any time of day due to hormonal changes. Some women experience it in the evening or throughout the day. Eating small, frequent meals and staying hydrated can help!

Have you heard any other strange pregnancy myths? Let me know! 😊

 6"Pregnant women should avoid all fish."

🔍 Reality: Fish is actually highly beneficial in pregnancy because it's rich in omega-3 fatty acids (DHA & EPA), which support baby’s brain and eye development. However, some fish are high in mercury and should be limited.

✅ Safe, low-mercury fish to eat (2-3 servings per week):

• Salmon
• Sardines
• Trout
• Herring
• Anchovies

🚫 Fish to limit or avoid due to high mercury:

• Swordfish
• King mackerel
• Shark
• Tilefish
• Bigeye tuna (canned light tuna is okay in moderation!)

The key is choosing low-mercury, high-omega-3 options while avoiding raw or high-mercury fish. So, don’t skip fish—just eat the right ones! 😊

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