What to Avoid and What to Embrace During Pregnancy

Resources

For more information on specific foods, medicines and activities during pregnancy:

Web Sites

• Environmental Protection Agency – Offers information on environmental toxins, such as mercury, pesticides and lead, that can be particularly harmful to an unborn fetus.

• Food & Drug Administration – Search on this site to check the safety of various foods, beverages and medications during pregnancy.

Books

• Pregnancy Dos & Don’ts: The Smart Woman’s A-Z Pocket Companion for a Safe and Sound Pregnancy, by Elisabeth Aron, M.D., Stonesong Press, 2008. Addresses an alphabetical list of food, beverages, medicines, household products and activities and their safety during pregnancy. Aron summarizes research and concerns and gives a “Bottom Line” recommendation for each item.

• Your Pregnancy: Questions and Answers, by Glade B. Curtis, M.D., OB/GYN and Judith Schuler, M.S., Perseus Publishing, 2001. Answers common questions about pregnancy and childbirth, including what you can and can’t have or do.