5 weeks - what to do, have, use, eat

Hi, I am about 5 weeks, doctor apt scheduled for the 15th

I have headaches, increased irritability and emotional, back pain, heartburn (eating healthy too - no good reason to have it?) and breast hurt. I read this is normal so I am happy, it sounds about right. I am worried about what I took before finding out I was pregnant (drunk once, cigarettes, motrin,lots soft cheese) I know its early and they say its okay before your BFP. I heard tylenol is now okay but not advil or aspirn etc. but then I read that tylenol and all medications even the safe ones are not recommended until after 10 weeks because the baby is developing so much right now. I took tylenol once since finding out and have been taking tums. Is this okay? Is there a site with the dos and don'ts that you recommended most-google searching is overwhelming.

Re: 5 weeks - what to do, have, use, eat

First, congratulations! Second, don't worry! So many women have done things like you did prior to knowing about being pregnant and have gone on to have healthy babies so don't give it a second thought.

I know tylenol (regular strength) and tums are fine - I'm not sure if there are restrictions for the first trimester. There is a list on WebMD that tells you the safe meds to take. Don't google search! It will make you crazy and paranoid! If you have any specific questions, I would call your doctor's office and they will advise you accordingly.

Re: 5 weeks - what to do, have, use, eat

First off... Congrats!!!
Don't worry, you'll be fine. Heck, most of us got pregnant from a night of drinking and smoking!

I had sushi, lots of drinks and a saki bomb the day b4 I got my BFP. I believe your fine till about 5 weeks then the baby starts taking what you take. Not 100% sure though.

Go get some prenatal vitamins, eat healthy, drink plenty of water, get lots of rest and enjoy the next 9 months

Re: 5 weeks - what to do, have, use, eat

I am at exactly the same point as you-- maybe a few days behind, but since this is my second-- I certainly have less anxiety, although I am still nervous of course.

Do not worry about what you did before finding out you were pregnant. I believe you don't share a blood stream with the baby til about 6 weeks-- so, nature has a way of protecting the baby from the things you did since before you knew you were pregnant.

DO NOT worry about cheese. All cheeses in the US are pasturized- and even if what you ate wasn't, I am sure you didn't consume enough (like pounds) for it to be harmful.

Just try to relax before you first appt. I too, am anxious to see heartbeat and know all is well.

Just take care of yourself, be healthy-- and when it doubt, call your doc! They are used to crazy pregnant ladies!

Here is a list of safe meds for pregnant and nursing women:
http://www.kellymom.com/health/meds/aap-approved-meds.html

Re: 5 weeks - what to do, have, use, eat

The other posters have given good advice about what/what not to eat.

I just wanted to encourage you to STOP worrying about what you did before your found out. There is nothing you can do to change it anyway, and besides, the baby isn't sharing your bloodstream until 5 or 6 wks. I am sure your little guy/girl is just fine in there. The constant stress and worry has got to be worse than a few drinks and a couple cigarettes you may have had a week (or more) ago.

Congrats again!

Re: 5 weeks - what to do, have, use, eat

Posted by Pomegranate5

The other posters have given good advice about what/what not to eat.

I just wanted to encourage you to STOP worrying about what you did before your found out. There is nothing you can do to change it anyway, and besides, the baby isn't sharing your bloodstream until 5 or 6 wks. I am sure your little guy/girl is just fine in there. The constant stress and worry has got to be worse than a few drinks and a couple cigarettes you may have had a week (or more) ago.

Congrats again!

Re: 5 weeks - what to do, have, use, eat

Thanks everyone!!!

Re: 5 weeks - what to do, have, use, eat

Hi! My name is Danielle. I am 5 weeks as well. DO NOT FEAK OUT! It will be fine! I had the same thoughts the first time around as well! It will be great. I know how scary it is. You feel like everything you do is so crucial. Before I found out about my dd I did the same things....the food had some drinks. When we found out we were like omg. BUt as long as you stop when you know and do the right thing it will be fine!
We have the same symptoms; headaches, chest pains ehhh it is a mess. If you have any questions or want to chat let me know. This is number 2 for me. My DD is 10 months!
Good luck and congrats!