I used to get so worried that coughing would pressure the baby, especially with my delicate PCOS pregnancy history. But my gynac assured me the baby is perfectly cushioned. If the cough is very severe or accompanied by fever, just get checked by your doctor to be safe.
Looking back at my pregnancy, I remember having a terrible dry cough in my second trimester and panicking. My baby is a healthy toddler now and was perfectly safe inside! Just drink warm honey-lemon water, it really helps soothe the throat.
Coughing itself doesn't harm the little soul protected inside the womb, dear. Have faith and drink some warm tulsi water to soothe your throat. Take care of yourself, stay positive, and rest well.
Coughing won't hurt the baby at all, but it can make your abdominal muscles really sore. If you usually do gentle prenatal yoga or walking, maybe take a break for a couple of days till you feel better, but check with your doctor first before resuming any exercise.
Oh, I literally used to hold my belly every time I coughed, thinking the pressure would hurt the baby! It is actually totally safe as the amniotic fluid protects them. But please, if you are coughing so much that your stomach hurts, call your doctor just to be sure.
Coughing isn't harmful to the baby, but it can be extremely tiring when you are trying to manage work. Keep warm water in a thermos at your desk and take small sips. If it doesn't get better in 2-3 days, just shoot a quick message to your gynac.
