1. The worse the morning sickness, the more likely you are having a girl.
* No one knows exactly why morning sickness occurs, although it has been thought to be because of elevated hormone levels.
2. If you raise your arms above your head while pregnant, the baby will get the cord wrapped around its neck.
* Up to 25% of babies have their umbilical cord wrapped around their neck; it is the baby's activity in the womb and/or just bad luck.
3. If you get a lot of heartburn during your pregnancy, your baby will be born with a lot of hair.
* Heartburn is very common during pregnancy because the stomach is pushed up higher by your baby and it becomes eaiser for the stomach acid to move up.
4.Avoid sex and exercise during pregnancy.
* The baby is protected in the uterus so it is unlikely to cause problems. Moderate exercise is recommended.
5. If you are pregnant, you cannot have X-rays and should avoid microwaves and computer terminals.
* The amount of radiation exposure to the fetus is minimal. Some experts say you might receive a similar amount of radiation by taking several airplain flights!
6. Don't take a bath if you're pregnant.
* There are no established risks known to be associated with bathing during pregnancy. The water should not be too hot however, since raising your body temperatur above 101 degress F may cause problems. However, if your water has broken or there is bleeding, baths should be avoided.
7. Avoid spicy foods-they can trigger labor before you're ready.
* Evidence suggests that labor is triggered by biological signals.
8. Avoid bumpy car rides-they can trigger labor.
* The uterus and surrounding fluid provide enough cushioning and protection.
** If you read or hear something that concerns you about your pregnancy, talk it over with your doctor, especially if it contradicts something they recommended before.
