We just started trying this month and i love papaya in my breakfast. My mom told me to stop it completely now. Is it actually a problem before conceiving or only after?
My family also said skip the unripe papaya during trying and pregnancy. Ripe one I enjoyed sometimes with no issue. But I always checked with my doctor for the final word, you do the same.
I avoided raw papaya while trying to conceive just to be on the safe side, I didnt want to take chances. Ripe one occasionally I had. Honestly with these things I prefer caution and a quick word with the doc.
Beta the worry is mainly raw or unripe papaya, our elders always warned against that one. Before conceiving a bit of ripe papaya is generally fine. But raw papaya is the one people avoid for safety.
The caution is about raw/green papaya which has enzymes people link to uterine activity. Ripe papaya in small amounts is mostly considered okay. If you are actively trying, just stick to ripe and ask your doctor if unsure.
