suffering from cough and colds for almost 2 weeks now

WikiAnswers - How does a common cold affect your unborn baby I do not think having a cold will affect your unborn baby. I also have had a cold for two weeks, I am not pregnant though. Hope the above link shed some light on your concerns.

dont worry and if still cough and cold you are having than take ginger juice one table spoon + one table spoon honey mix them and take twice a day see in a day you are alright

take 1 glass hot milk with turmeric 1/2 spoon ,pepper powder 1/2 spoon or 1/4 spoon and drink it before sleep. u can add sugar if u want . and don't take any medicines at this stage for cough and cold. and ask u;r gynec next time about u;r problem. For cold symptoms, first line actions are non-medical. A vaporizer, warm shower, or even my father's old remedy—leaning over the sink with a towel draped over your head, and letting the hot water run to make a little steam tent for yourself - can loosen up secretions and relax a cough. Saline nose drops or nasal sprays are safe to use. Sometimes you just need to sleep sitting up and get through a few miserable days. Pregnancy is a very important and critical phase in the life of a women as well as the expected child. The guidelines and precautions advised by the doctors are to be followed. Intake of cough and cold medicines during pregnancy needs to be regulated carefully so that the side effects, if any do not percolate down to the mother and the expectant baby. The cough and cold medicines comprises of suppressants such as dextromethorphan (DM), expectorants such as guafenasin, decongestants such as pseudoephedrine, nasal sprays xylometazoline or oxymetazoline like Drixoral and Dristan along with antihistamines such as diphenhydramine. Some of the risks associated with the intake of cough and cold medicines in course of pregnancy are as given below: Some of the cough medications contain antihistamines and painkillers and might not suit to specific patients, depending upon case background and history. Though oral decongestants cough syrup are usually considered safe for expectant mothers yet a high dose can lead to troubles like an increase in stress levels and blood pressure. Most of the cold and cough medications are widely available in the market. However, their ingredients and compositions differ. Hence, getting the composition checked and approved by the doctor could be a good idea. In the situation, the following measures are suggested: The cold medications that contain dextromethorphan (DM) and expectorants such as guafenasin should be taken. In case of a stuffy nose, a saline nasal spray should be tried at first followed by a decongestant spray. It is advisable to avoid oral decongestants. Consulting the doctor should be considered if the intake of medicines does not have the desired impact in the first 7 days. alternative remedies : Avoid smoking or smoky environments as these irritate the respiritory tract further, exacerbating any cold symptoms It's safe to take paracetamol during pregnancy (making sure you follow instructions on the pack) and this can help to relieve cold symptoms however you should take care to avoid asprin, codeine, ibruprofein and other mixed pain killers. Most vapour rubs and cough sweets are fine to take but its always best to check with your pharmecist first. The best thing you can do for your body (and your baby) when you catch a cold is to get plenty of rest. Your body can fight infections better when you're not rushing about so taking some time out to look after yourself and recover properly definately pays. Eating a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruit and vegetables will not only help stave off any infections but will also help you to recover full fitness when you do catch a bug. If you don't feel much like eating try to consume five or six small meals throughout the day starting with plain food such as wholemeal toast; freshly squeezed juices and homemade soups are also packed with vitamins and make great nutrient rich snacks. It's more important than ever to stay hydrated when you catch a cold so aim to drink at least 8 glasses of water, sugar free squash or herbal tea a day; hot honey and lemon is also great for calming a sore throat. If a blocked nose is stopping you sleeping you could try using an extra pillow to raise your head or, if you find this uncomfortable, raising the top end of your mattress by putting a pillow underneath to create a gentler incline. To help aleviate congested sinuses you could try creating a mini-steamer by placing a few drops of tea tree, peppermint or eucalyptus essential oil in a bowl with very hot water, placing a towel over your head and spending a few minutes breathing in the refreshing steam. You could also try drapeing a warm flannel over your sinus area (adding a couple of drops of essential oil if you wish) to help relieve the feeling of pressure here If you have a sore throat gargling salt water can help. Disolve a teaspoon of salt in some warm water and swill this mixture around your mouth and throat for a few minutes taking care not to swallow!