Is heavy lifting bad?

[apunicorn]

Hey ladies!

I'm no bodybuilder but I do lift a lot of heavier stuff like huge bags of groceries, furniture, etc. My mom made a comment that I shouldn't do this any more because it can cause a miscarriage. While I'm prettttttty sure she's just going off of an old wive's tale I wanted to see if you are all avoiding heavy lifting during your pregnancy? Again I'm not talking about bench pressing 300 lbs but more just regular stuff like moving a shelf at home or an exceptionally large grocery bag with a watermelon. 

Maybe alpies will have some professional input here

Thanks!

[dreadpiratebuttercup]

I'm pretty sure it's fine as long as you're used to lifting that amount of weight, and you're not on pelvic rest.

[ang32]

I would talk to your doctor.  My RE told me when I was newly pregnant with my DD in 2013 to be careful with too much heavyish lifting, especially if it's repetitive heavyish lifting. I mean, I'm sure grocery bags are fine but just don't over do it. Listen to your body. Regarding moving furniture around, my same advice applies: listen to your body and talk to your doctor.  If you have a history of loss or any type of strongish cramping/spotting (I know some is normal) I would especially put a call in to your OB. But again, I'm not sure, I'm not a doctor. 

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[mishy2010]

May 31, 2015 16:37:54 GMT -5 dreadpiratebuttercup said:

I'm pretty sure it's fine as long as you're used to lifting that amount of weight, and you're not on pelvic rest.

Agreed. The main problem with lifting is later on in pregnancy it can put too much strain on your abdomen. Use correct lifting techniques and you're fine. Everyone has their input on what you should or shouldn't do while you're pregnant. Just start tuning them out now...unless it's your doctor lol.

[alpies]

My RE says nothing over 25 pounds, but I know he's on the more conservative side. I think as long as you listen to your body and don't push yourself beyond what you're used to, you'll be fine.

[bee]

My doctor when I was pregnant with DS said nothing over 30 pounds. I think if you are careful and conscious about it, your fine. But I'm not a doctor.

[renbee]

I wouldn't be moving any furniture, but I think every day stuff is fine!

[alwaysnc4me]

May 31, 2015 16:37:54 GMT -5 dreadpiratebuttercup said:

I'm pretty sure it's fine as long as you're used to lifting that amount of weight, and you're not on pelvic rest.

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