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Q: Dumb Question

asked by: heidiwinkle on October 21st, 2004

New User

Is chewing gum dangerous while your pregnant? Are the artificial colors bad for the baby?

Replies(3)

Heathergirl

replied on October 21st, 2004

Active User, very eHealthy

I don't think it would be dangerous or there would be warnings on the gum. It's not a dumb question....It shows you are concerned!

babyluvwu

replied on October 21st, 2004

Experienced User

Wow I would have never thought of something like that but im not sure if its bad or not, I dont think it is though. I hope not I chew gum all the time!

jessamyn

replied on October 21st, 2004

Extremely eHealthy

No I asked my doc the same question and its not bad for you the reason I asked is because I used to be a gum feen and ever since I got pregnant I cant stand it and I asked her because I was curious why my body was rejecting it hahah Smile

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