my mom always told me to avoid papaya completely during pregnancy but my cousin says ripe wala is fine. honestly im confused na, craving fruit these days. anyone got clarity on this?
Generally, it's advised to avoid raw or unripe papaya in pregnancy due to certain enzymes. Ripe papaya is usually considered safe in moderation. Always good to double check with your doctor to be on the safe side.
OMG, I totally panicked about papaya too! My MIL kept telling me not to touch it, even the ripe one. But then I read up a bit and actually, ripe papaya is fine, it's the unripe green one you need to avoid strictly. I had some ripe one in my last trimester, it was absolutely fine. Don't worry, just stick to ripe.
At the premium hospital where I delivered, they were very clear on the diet. They said unripe papaya is a strict no-no because it has properties that can be risky. For ripe papaya, they said it's generally safe in small amounts, but it's crucial to confirm with your own obstetrician. Just call your hospital helpline, they usually have dietitians who can clarify.
Oh, this is such a confusing one, right? My mom keeps saying no to papaya, but my friend said ripe ones are okay. I'm in my first trimester and super paranoid about everything. Did anyone's doctor actually say ripe papaya is completely fine? I'm so tempted to have some!
Hey, just delivered a few months back! My doctor specifically told me to avoid unripe papaya because of the latex, it can cause contractions. But ripe papaya is actually good for digestion. I actually enjoyed some ripe ones in my last few weeks, felt totally fine, just check with your doc if you're unsure.
During my pregnancy, I was really careful about everything I ate. For papaya, I heard it's usually the raw one that's a no-go. Once baby came and I was breastfeeding, I found ripe papaya was good for digestion and energy. But always best to confirm with your own gynac, they know your history.
