01/06/2007

Pineapple Juice... GRRRRSo last night I was sooo thirsty so I opened up a big can of pineapple juice and drank most it! Well less than an hour later OMG terrible pains, I mean I was crying and I thought this was it! I even called the hospital and they pretty much confirmed what I thought that I was having contractions and to start timing them! Well after about 3 hours of this I started to feel better but I was thirsty so guess what I drank more pineapple juice ... same story less than hour I am in terrible pain so I googled pineapple juice and pregnancy and this is what I found:Pineapple JuiceUsage: There is an old wives' tale floating around that pineapple juice will help a fertilized egg implant. However, pineapple juice is not recommended for use in TTC and/or pregnancy. In large doses, it can cause uterine contractions and bring on spontaneous abortions (miscarriage).Recommended Dosage: Drink only in small quantities, if at all.Food Sources: Pineapples.Side Effects: Large doses may cause uterine contractions, miscarriage, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rash, very heavy menstrual periods. Unripe pineapple is poisonous, causing excessive diarrhea.Gahh don't I feel stupid! Out of all the labor starters and me being scared to try any I actually had never heard of this one BUT I will probably NEVER EVER drink pineapple juice again! Thanks for checking out my rant! Just wanted to inform everyone! Now I have to get ready for my shower since I wasted my entire night giving MYSELF contractions... gahh Karen! -Karen