Pregnancy Medication Saftey

When you are pregnant you want to make sure whatever you ingest is safe for baby, especially when it comes to medications. I have complied a list of safe medications to use during pregnancy. The sources of my list will be listed below. I have been pregnant twice also, so I know from first hand experience.

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 Safe Medications to use during pregnancy

 

Cold/Flu

 Always check over-the-counter cold medications for alcohol, sugar, caffeine, or aspirin. Medications should be taken as directed and for no longer than seven days. If symptoms persist, call your doctors office.

•Actifed

•Allerest

•Allergy relief medicine (ARM)

•Benadryl (tablet, capsule, and liquid form), Benadryl Plus

•Chlor-Trimeton, Chlor-Trimeton LA

•Claritin

•Comtrex

•Robitussin DM

•Sine-Off (WITHOUT aspirin)

•Sinutab Extra Strength, Sinutab Maximum Strength (NOT Sinutab Allergy)

•Sudafed (tablet and liquid form), Sudafed Plus, Sudafed 12 Hour

•Throat lozenges

•Triaminic, Triaminic Cold, Triaminic Nite Lite, Triaminic PM, Triaminic 12 Hour

•Tylenol Sinus

 

Constipation

 The following medications can be taken for constipation relief:

•Colace 50mg (one or two, twice daily)

•Fibercon

•Metamucil

 

Other helpful suggestions:

•Increase water intake to 8-10 eight-ounce glasses daily

•Eat plenty of fresh fruits, green leafy vegetables, and fiber

•Get adequate exercise; walking is a good exercise during pregnancy

 

If constipation persists, call your doctors office for further instructions.

 

Diarrhea

 The following medications can be taken for relief of diarrhea:

•Immodium AD (use no longer than 48 hours and no more than four caplets or 8 teaspoons in a 24-hour period)

•Kaopectate

 You might also try the B.R.A.T. diet (banana, rice, applesauce, tea/toast). If diarrhea persists, call your  doctors office for further instructions.

 

Hemorrhoids

 The following medications can be taken for relief of hemorrhoids:

•Anusol

•Preparation H

•Tucks

 Other helpful suggestions:

•Soak in a warm bath

•Take a sitz bath

 

Aches/Pains

 The following medications can be taken for pain relief:

•Datril

•Exprin (by Giant)

•Panadol

•Tylenol, Extra Strength Tylenol, or generic acetaminophen

 

Heartburn/Indigestion/Upset Stomach

 The following over-the-counter medications can be taken for indigestion, heartburn, and upset stomach:

•Gaviscon

•Maalox

•Mylanta, Mylanta II

•Riopan

•Rolaids

•Tums

 

The following prescription medications may be used only on the advice of your physician:

•Pepcid

•Tagament

•Zantac

 

Nausea/Morning Sickness

 The following medications can be taken for relief of nausea:

•Vitamin B6 (50mg twice daily)

 

•Emetrol (don’t use if diabetic)

 

 Other helpful suggestions:

 

•Ginger Root (2 tablets, 2-4 times a day)

 

•Small frequent meals

 

•8-10 eight-ounce glasses of water a day

 

Rashes

The following medications can be used for relief of rashes.

• Benadryl cream

 

• Caladryl lotion or cream

 

• Hydrocortisone cream or ointment

 

• Oatmeal bath (Aveeno)

 

sources:

 

http://www.aboutwomenobgyn.com/page/medications_pregnancy
http://women.webmd.com/pharmacist-11/pregnancy-medicine

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SO Saturdays!

 

            Welcome to Another Significant Other Saturday!

 
This week I want to share the ways to keep your relationship hot!

•  Get out of the house and do something daring together!

Find something you normally wouldn't do. Something daring and full of excitement.When you get your adrenaline going with your SO, you automatically feel more passion towards each other.

• Get fixed up for your next date!

Just because your comfortable with your SO doesn't mean you should dress in jeans and a hoodie on every date! Try dressing up, put some make up on, jewelry and perfume! Your man will see you are smoking hot and want to show you off! Men, ladies like a man with style and CLEAN nails, I recommend a manicure before your next date!

 

•  Plan the date in advance

Everyone hates trying to decide what to do 10 minutes before heading out. Plan your next date night at least 24-48 hours in advanced so you know what to expect and wear.

 

•  Be open to new ideas

Try something new! Go to a sporting event, go wine tasting, go bungee jumping or anything you don't normally do.

 

• Share something silly your SO doesn't know.

Even if you have been together for 10 years and think you know every possible thing there's always something you can find. It can be a silly memory as a child, embarrassing moment, or something you did yesterday that would make them laugh. Opening up always brings couples closer.

 

• Leave your SO little notes

Leaving love notes or a simply good morning beautiful, enjoy your day really makes for a happy SO. With technology now a days people forget about hand written notes that have more meaning and power. It's something that can be kept longer.

 

• Try new things in the bedroom

New things are fun. Try role playing or simply buying a sexy new pair of underware. Don't limit yourself to just the bedroom either. Remember new relationships where you wanted to do it anywhere, well try it again! The more confidence you have the more fun you will have! Try visiting www.cosmopolitan.com for new techniques!

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10 Great Finger Foods

We all have a hard time making those party favors, well if you are like me you do.  Some have a natural talent, however I have come up with a great list of 10 items that work great for finger food parties.  Impress your friends with a variety. Maybe you don't want finger foods for a party but, just for you and the kids!  It is always fun to make them, and eat them with the kids.


1. Spinach Dip and chips - This is a big hit at most parties, and with the kids.  Shhhh dont tell the kids they are eating spinach.  This is a pretty filling dish, with a bit of a kick.

2. Shrimp, Shrimp, Shrimp - Need I say more.  Shrimp can be created in many different ways, you could have a full finger food party only using shrimp I am sure....  A few ideas for shrimp Skewers, Grilled Shrimp, Fried Shrimp, Coconut Shrimp, Boiled Shrimp, Lemon Pepper Shrimp, Shrimp Cocktail.. Ok Ok... I know I'm starting to sound like Bubba Gump, but you get the idea.  Make a great dip that goes with the shrimp of choice.  This is one of my favorite finger foods.

3. Fruit or Veggie Tray -  Add a variety of veggies and fruits on trays, everyone loves the fresh fruit, and veggies.  There are lots of possibilities to include such as grape or cherry tomatoes, Carrots, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Celery, Onion, etc.  Some more options include (which seem endless) Pineapple, Grapes, Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Apples, Pears, Oranges, etc.

4. Bean Salad - I love bean salad, and It is so easy to make.  Vinegar, Sugar, beans, onion, and bell pepper are my favorite ingredients.  This must sit over night so it must be made ahead of time.

5. Tortilla rolls -  Take a Torilla add some ham, or turkey (any meat you desire) Cheese, lettuce, maybe a little mayo and roll it up.  Cut it into dividing pieces, and it looks quite pretty.  These are also very yummy.  I like to put a little Italian dressing on them.

6. Salsa - Either open a jar of salsa and put it in a bowl, or make some homemade salsa either way it is usually a big hit at parties.  Some children like it and some don't  but It is a great snack!

7. Sliders -  Either Chicken, Veggie, Burger, or Turkey sliders are always a great idea for a finger food.  Everyone seems to love them.  Having a variety is also a great idea.  Since it is so small everyone has a choice of tasting multiple.

8. Subs - Sub Sandwiches are always a great idea, because not many people dislike them.  Just add meat and cheese to the sub, and let the guests pick their toppings.  I know the sub tray from Subway is an awesome way to go, but making your own is a great option as well.

9. Pizza - Pizza can easily be made into a finger food.  Cut a pizza up into little squares, and you got it finger food.  Pizza is a great idea because when feeding multiple people it is a more filling finger food, which will satisfy hungry guests.  Having light snacks and filling foods as a mixture is always a plus.

10. Wings -  Who doesn't love wings, well I am sure someone doesn't but they are a great party food.  Kids also love them.  Have a variety of flavors with some ranch or blue cheese (ranch is a good option since it can also be used for the veggies).

These are my ideas of this week.  Stay tuned for next week, always a different topic, but always about food on Friday!!!  If you have any questions or want to request a recipe for any of my food posts please write me at our Facebook page Mama's Traumas <<< Just click the link.

Thanks Everyone Hope you Enjoyed and have a fabulous weekend!!!  -Kristen-