What to Avoid During Pregnancy

While moms-to-be are peppered with advice of what to do and what not to do during pregnancy, there is some guidance.

The American Academy of Family Physicians suggests :
-Avoid smoking and drug use during pregnancy ; this will reduce the risk of serious complications.
-Avoid alcohol during pregnancy to protect the baby from foetal alcohol syndrome, and other birth defects.
-Have someone else clean out your cat's litter box to  avoid toxoplasmosis.
-Cook meat properly to prevent food related illnesses.
-Stay away from hot rubs, saunas and other sources of high heat.
-Avoid douching