{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Coffee, Sushi, Medicine and More in Pregnancy","description":"Expecting a baby often comes with a long list of questions\u2014and a lot of conflicting information. Can you really drink coffee? What about sushi or soft cheese? Which cold medications are ok in pregnancy? And how should you handle everyday exposures like cleaning products?  In this episode of The MotherToBaby Podcast, host Chris Stallman, Certified Genetic Counselor and mom of four, is joined by returning guests Angela Messer and Kirstie Perrotta, both experienced teratogen information specialists (and moms themselves). Together, they sort through some of the most common pregnancy \u201cdo\u2019s and don\u2019ts,\u201d offering clarity with evidence-based insights. You\u2019ll learn: \u2615 How much caffeine experts suggest during pregnancy \ud83e\uddc0 The truth about soft cheeses and why pasteurization matters \ud83c\udf63 Sushi and mercury exposure\u2014what to consider and what to limit \ud83e\udd27 Tips for managing allergies and colds while pregnant or breastfeeding \ud83e\uddf4 Guidance on handling cleaning products and reducing exposures \ud83c\udf3f Why supplements and \u201cnatural\u201d remedies aren\u2019t always the best option \ud83c\udf38 The importance of folic acid in prenatal vitamins \ud83d\udc76 Real stories from Angela, Kirstie, and Chris about what worried them during their own pregnancies Whether you\u2019re pregnant, breastfeeding, or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers reassurance, practical advice, and a reminder: you\u2019re doing your best, and you\u2019re not alone. For more resources on exposures during pregnancy and breastfeeding, visit MotherToBaby.org ","author_name":"The MotherToBaby Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/mothertobaby.org\/podcast\/","html":"