change the cat's litter box. cat feces can transmit an infection called toxoplasmosis which can lead to severe problems in newborns including low birth weight jaundice mental retardation and convulsions. use saunas hot tubs and tanning booths. excessive heat can be harmful to the baby and has been linked to spinal malformations. paint. let somebody else paint the baby's room; pregnant women shouldn't be exposed to toxic substances and chemicals which include paint and cleaning solvents. get an x-ray. unless you absolutely have to avoid tests like x-rays and mammograms while pregnant which can be dangerous to your growing baby. if you absolutely must have an x-ray make sure that your doctor or dentist knows you are pregnant so they can take extra precautions. ride the great american scream machine or the tower of terror. there is concern that the rapid stops and jarring forces of rides like this could cause placental abruption (premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall). play it safe and stick to the ferris wheel until the baby's born.
what activities should i not do while pregnant?