Is it safe to eat rehubarb while pregnant?

[LiviesMum]

I got a lot of rehubarb out of my garden and was wondering if it was safe to eat? i'm about 10 weeks pregnant.

[ChristineMP]

I would talk to your doctor.

I did a little research and rhubarb is sometimes used as an herbal preparation to treat pregnancy induced hypertension. It is also thought to be a uterine stimulant (is one of those foods that will allegedly help bring on labor in women close to term).

So if you do eat it, do so in moderation :)

[Clysta]

I'm not too sure. I think I read somewhere once that it's not, but I can't think of it at all. I would call your doctor and see what they say. I'm sure they'll have a more clear answer.