38 1/2 weeks and just got a cold....ugh!

bklyn_trini

I went thru this pregnancy feeling great.  Now in the last week, I've caught a cold.  My doc gives a list of acceptable meds to take during pregnancy and common illnesses, but I'm not going to take anything.  

I've been drinking peppermint tea, oj, grape juice for the high concentration of Vit C and potassium. oh and water too....

lots of rest, but what else can i do?  any suggestions.... 

whitward87

Taking a good hot shower always makes me feel better and clears my airways, but I really do suggest taking something safe. You don't want to welcome LO into the world really sick!

frostnoel

You can use a saline nasal spray or neti pot for congestion.  Also, a Vicks vaporizer next to your bed at night.  And, this sounds crazy but helps, youcan put on wet sock topped with a pair of dry socks right before you go to bed.  Do it a couple nights in a row and you should feel better.

JaredandKatie

I feel your pain!  I had a TERRIBLE cold when I gave birth.  I'm not going to lie...it sucked.  I needed the epidural for the pain but also because it was nearly impossible to breathe through contractions.  Try to get alot of rest and take hot showers to clear it out.  I wish I would've rested more when I started getting my cold to possibly have kept it away.  Hope you feel better!