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Is the use of kratom safe during pregnancy?

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kratom safe for pregnancy

One day you’ll look back and remember your pregnancy as one of the most special times of your life. Whether you are having a smooth-sailing or slightly more rocky pregnancy, the anticipation and the excitement of meeting your new baby is different from any other experience you will have in your lifetime. Your body changes as you go through a complete emotional and physical transformation. 

Unfortunately, these changes include stress and anxiety for the soon-to-be mother. Sometimes stress and anxiety can be so strong that new moms consider using drugs or alcohol for some relief.  All medical professionals will tell you that the use of drugs, including marijuana, can be dangerous for your baby and your pregnancy. Doctors continue to advise pregnant women to avoid even one glass of wine or beer. Like a lot of things during pregnancy, the risks far outweigh the short-term benefits 

Recently a new drug called kratom has entered the scene, promising to be a natural way to reduce anxiety. Kratom is a tropical herb that grows in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and China. Unfortunately, this herb is no miracle cure and is banned across the globe for its negative health effects on the body. Most medical experts advise against using it for medicinal reasons. 

Is kratom safe during pregnancy? 

Pregnant women have to be extremely conscious of everything that they put in their bodies. Intake of anything that is harmful to the body will have an impact on the baby as well. This is why pregnant women are advised to stay away from kratom. An overdose of this plant can be fatal and why it is never recommended by a health professional during pregnancy,

Nevertheless, many pregnant women take their chances and continue to take kratom.  Even with all of its dangerous side effects, kratom still has around ten to 15 million users in the US alone.

What are the side effects of using kratom? 

People who frequently consume kratom, complain about developing the following symptoms: 

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Hallucinations 
  • Bloating
  • Insomnia 
  • Body pains
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Breathing difficulties 
  • Acne
  • Lung cancer 

There are enough reasons and risks for pregnant women to avoid using this herb for any reason, no matter how many claims may suggest otherwise 

There are no benefits of kratom during pregnancy

The only proven health benefit of kratom is to help encourage weight loss. Your doctor can help you understand if your weight gain during pregnancy is normal. He or she will suggest changes in diet to bring your weight under control without taking additional drugs. 

On the other hand, women who consume kratom in different forms during pregnancy claim that it helps release stress, curtails depression, provides relief from body pains and improves their moods. Medical experts do not support these claims and advise against its use. 

The unknowns about kratom

There are no research studies on kratom and its effects on pregnancy, or even on potential benefits for pregnant women.  Given side effects for general users, experts assume that If taken frequently, it could result in high blood pressure, heart stroke, miscarriage, problems in childbirth, severe nausea, and much more. If after reading this far, you still are intrigued by the sales messages around kratom or stories you’ve heard online,  it is imperative to check with a doctor to understand the gravity of the side effects from an expert you trust. A medical expert should be the only authority to even suggest that there is a an acceptable quantity of kratom consumption during pregnancy. 

If you are curious about what kratom looks like and the claims made, you can check out ​kratom crazy online, the leader in online kratom sales. People continue to consume this plant in a variety of ways, such as capsules, pills, food items, beverages, desserts, snacks, edibles, and skincare products. 

As with any substance, including those touted as “natural” or “organic, discuss the pros and cons with your medical professional. While some sites may suggest that “good quality” kratom Is safer than bad kratom, kratom’s side effects can be deadly for both you and your baby.  

If your stress and anxiety continue for more than a few days, consider seeing a mental health professional. Hormonal changes and the impending arrival of a new baby can bring on unexpected mood changes. A professional can suggest other ways to ease these feelings, including time spent with friends, meditation, and yoga. 

If your thoughts ever turn toward suicide or hurting yourself or your baby, call 911 or a suicide prevention hotline immediately.

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