Is feverfew safe while pregnant

Hot Mamas, beware! In researching the safety of Botox and pregnancy (not recommended), I have come across many sites (and doctors) that are recommending the use of feverfew as a safe alternative for the prevention of migraines. This is false information! I have done extensive research on the safety and effectiveness of herbs because I frequently use them in my practice as a Nutritionist. Feverfew is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women. Feverfew can cause uterine contractions which increase one's risk for miscarriage or early labor. The safety of feverfew for breastfeeding women is unknown so it is best avoided.

Are sit-ups safe while pregnant?

During your first trimester, you can continue doing ab exercises however you gosh darn well please, be it sitting, lying down, on a ball, standing up, etc. After your first trimester, things get a little trickier and you have to get a bit more creative to work your abs. After your first trimester, you will want to avoid doing anything lying flat on your back. When you are flat on your back during your second and third trimester, your baby is put in a position to literally crush all of your internal organs which doesn't feel very good and isn't safe. If you are comfortable on a stability ball, you can continue to do crunches while lying on the ball. Just make sure to keep your chest higher than your hips throughout the exercise. Another great core exercise is the side plank which uses the muscles of your internal and external obliques (your waist). It is crucial to continue to work the muscles of your core throughout your pregnancy because it is these very muscles that are going to do the job of pushing out your baby!