Caffeine :(

[jns1988]

Im on my 3rd pregnancy in the 3rd trimester. I was drinking quiet a bit of tea this morning (2-3 glasses) when I felt so much discomfort in my pelvis and I was starting to worry because she would kick like she was trying to knock out my plug and make a break lol. Anyway I sat down and drank a glass of water and it eased up.
Ive never been much of a coffee drinker and with my last 2 kids tea was a big part of my fluid intake and had no health issues. Now I drink 1 cup of coffee 2-3 times a week because Im still working and some days I just feel so drained. Doing research now I'm seeing caffine in particular can have a high risk of birth defects. Anyone have any issues caffine related during their pregnancy that cause development issues?

[specialmom]

My doctor allows 2 caffeinated beverages a day.  I gave it up before I got pregnant but my sister never did and had her 2 with a smile on her face.  Since you aren't feeling good though maybe looking for alternatives is good.  I don't think what you had should hurt you or baby.  I drank orange juice.  The sugar gave me a bit of a kick.  Not like caffeine but I felt peppy after a glass of OJ.  good luck

[jns1988]

Thanks guys and Bella I believe I am. I eat a lot healthier when Im pregnant and take my vitamins regularly. Im a dog groomer, with 2 kids already, and a husband who is a firefighter/army reserves do even though I sleep Im sure my brain never completely shuts down. I do drink tea but my tastebuds are very finicky about the type. This pregnancy has been unlike any of my others so everything has me paranoid.

[Bellaleona26]

Hi are you getting enough Iron, D-vitamin and zink? Because that would be a lot better, than coffee for both you and the baby. Ofcause the pregnancy in it self is exhausting for your body. Also you could look into herbal tea, I found a great tea which is actually made for pregnant women and it helps a lot. Just google pregnancy herbal tea.! Hope it can help

[jenn41806]

I try to limit it, but I did have about one cup of tea or soda most days with my pregnancies and have 2 healthy and smart children.