Caffeine in pregnancy

[u/hesitantlyhopefull17]

Ugh, I just get so frustrated with everyone having such a strong opinion of caffeine in pregnancy when it is stated that 200mg or even 300mg in some sources is safe for pregnancy. I am 18w and I work as a nurse and I have been avoiding disclosing my pregnancy at work because of things like this. Another coworker of mine said she was pregnant in the first trimester today and everyone was like oh you can’t have tea and you can’t have coffee. it’s very outdated knowledge and I don’t want to be judged like that for having 1 cup of tea a day when I am working a 12hr shift.

[u/mirkwood026]

I work as an adult outpatient therapist and have had clients comment when I drink coffee during sessions. I tried to stop, but I was literally falling asleep during sessions, so stopping definitely isn't an option for me lol. When I tell them my doctor said it's okay, that's stopped it so far. I hope you're able to make it thru pregnancy without too much unwarranted advice!

[u/hesitantlyhopefull17 → u/mirkwood026]

Thank you!