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| Thu, 09-04-2003 - 2:59pm |
I'm hoping someone will know the answer to this. I stopped taking the pill last month, as my DH and I wanted to start trying to get pregnant in 3 months, we're both 32. My period was late so I took a test this morning thinking surely not on the first month after 10 years on the pill, but I'll just check?!? Well, it's positive! I estimate conception 3 weeks ago. While I am absolutely thrilled, I am also worried because I have drank alcohol on several occasions this month. I am very afraid I've hurt the baby. Does anyone know when the blood supply between mom and baby forms? Some info I found says not till 5 weeks, in which case we would be ok, other sources aren't as clear. Help! Of course, I won't touch a drop going forward!

I think you will be fine.
Congrats!!
BTW, congratulations!
Kate
Anyway, HTH!
As for the five weeks, that's when some sources say the umbilical cord forms, but perhaps as has been said, there is blood exchange before then? It's confusing!
Regardless, I suppose all I can really do now is focus on taking excellent care of myself, and the baby, going forward.
Still haven't even told my husband yet! I don't want to do it over the phone when he is at work...
Also some messages here have me concerned we should maybe keep this to ourselves for a few more weeks in case things don't work out this time. Anyone have an idea when is a safe time to "announce" a pregnancy to friends and family?