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Some prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal drugs should be avoided in pregnancy because they can cause birth defects or other harm to the baby.

Gentle drinks with herbs, warm milk, or tart cherry can make you sleepy by relaxing your body and easing you toward bedtime.

You can drink small amounts and keep pumping safely if you plan ahead, limit drinks, and wait long enough for alcohol to clear your breast milk.

Gentle drinks such as water, ginger tea, electrolyte solutions, and small sips of smoothies can ease morning sickness while keeping you hydrated.

Drowsiness is a common pregnancy symptom, especially in the first trimester, driven by hormonal shifts and your body’s extra workload.

Dry skin on newborn eyebrows is usually harmless peeling or cradle cap, and gentle care plus a pediatric check for severe rash keeps babies safe.

Dry skin on a newborn scalp is usually mild and eases with gentle washing, short baths, and light, baby-safe moisturiser.

Dry skin around newborn eyes is usually mild and settles with gentle cleansing and moisturiser, unless redness, swelling, or cracks appear.

Most dry shampoos are pregnancy safe when you choose benzene-free, talc-free, low-fragrance formulas and spray briefly in a well-ventilated room.

Dry scalp when pregnant usually comes from hormone changes and drier skin and often eases with gentle shampoos, lukewarm showers, and safe scalp oils.