Will Fast Food hurt the baby?

feedmeeggs

I am 8.5 weeks and all I have been craving is fried chicken. I have tried to go to less junky (?) options like restaurants instead of Popeyes - probably makes no difference! But in my mind - less chemicals?! Today I gave in to my specific craving for Popeyes tenders and mashed potatoes and now am worried I've done something that will hurt the baby's development. Any words of advice? Also- anyone give in to fast food cravings and still have a healthy pregnancy? 

ejoseph16

I ate fast food all through my pregnancy. I gained a ton of weight, but my baby boy is awesome! 

I’ve never heard that eating fast food hurts your baby, FWIW. 

b_1029

I think as long as you’re not eating fast food for every single meal, you’ll be fine. Baby takes the nutrients they need, especially assuming you’re taking a prenatal vitamin. 

knottie_knottie1

The Bump has an article called "How Your Pregnancy Junk Food Cravings Affect Baby" that goes into this topic more.

jesofthenorth

I’m willing to bet that there are entire counties in which every living person is the product of a mama who indulged a great freakin’ burger from time to time during her pregnancy. You’ll both be just fine. 😊❤️

babybelugaco

I ate so much taco bell with my 1st lol.
She's a crazy happy 2 year old 

feedmeeggs

Thank you so much for all your thoughts! It makes me feel a bit relieved and less anxious. @annie_g the article you suggested is helpful - don't wanna go overboard for sure. 

Much love and baby making / baby raising strength to you all.