pushing furniture while pregnant

[newmom_7212007]

I lost a $100 bill so I pushed the couch out to see if the air made it fly underneath the couch now I'm scared I might of hurt the baby?

[SThompson21]

Jul. 9, 2009 at 9:32 PM

the baby should be fine..if you start bleeding or cramping go to the er. other than that, mention it at your next appointment. how far along are you? did you find the money lol  :)

[KristiS11384]

Jul. 9, 2009 at 9:35 PM

Physically, NO. The reason weight lifting and moving heavy objects is "prohibited" after the first trimester is because it could reduce blood flow to the kidneys and womb. It can also cause added strain on the back and legs (lifting).  Moving a couch by scooting it across the floor shouldn't cause a large restriction in the blood flow as you are not doing it repeatedly. You and your baby will be fine.

[newmom_7212007]

Jul. 9, 2009 at 9:38 PM

No...I didn't find the money which is driving me crazy that money can come in handy especially my daughter's second birthday is the 18th.  I don't scoot furniture everyday my husband wasn't here and I was trying to find the money...By the way I will be 11 weeks tomorrow

(Original Poster)

[KristiS11384]

Jul. 9, 2009 at 9:40 PM

You'll be fine.... I hope you find the money.