Fish Oil supplements

I was taking Fish oil, have for about a year, but stopped when I hit 28 weeks. The reason being, I heard you should stop taking anything that thins the blood (which Omega's do) about a month prior to labor. Since I wasn't sure when I would go into labor, I stopped at 29 weeks. I read that the thinned blood can increase your chance of hemorrhage during and/or immediately after labor. But, I am not sure if taking a few a week is a big deal or not? Does anyone have any info?

Thanks,
Molly
34 weeks 4 days

 

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I was taking Fish oil, have for about a year, but stopped when I hit 28 weeks. The reason being, I heard you should stop taking anything that thins the blood (which Omega's do) about a month prior to labor. Since I wasn't sure when I would go into labor, I stopped at 29 weeks. I read that the thinned blood can increase your chance of hemorrhage during and/or immediately after labor. But, I am not sure if taking a few a week is a big deal or not? Does anyone have any info?

Thanks,
Molly
34 weeks 4 days


Did you stop eating fish as well?

My DW takes Omega 3 fish oil, because she does not like fish. I would find it hard to believe that it would do you harm, because then you would be cautioned to stop eating fish.

 

No reason to stop, I would say unless this applies to you...

Blood thinning effect will aggregate if you are taking other blood thinners. But if you have any heart disorder do not stop taking your Omega 3. It is always a heart healthy supplement. Tell your doctor

http://www.omega-3-fish-oil-wonders.com/fi...de-effects.html

 

Yeah...not sure where "your source" was getting the info from...but this should ease your mind. AND...when in doubt...ask your Doctor...

http://www.naturalnews.com/021378.html

It even helps AFTER pregnancy

http://postpartum-health.suite101.com/arti...rtum_depression

 

Thanks all! Goes to show you can't always trust the internet sites as source...I will take them again!

Molly

 

Hmm that is a new one to me too.

Just FYI though... I take Carlsons fish oil. They test for mercury levels.

 

FWIW -- my OB actually did tell me not to take fish oil supplements too close to delivery, for that reason. But it was like in the last few weeks before delivery. I started taking them again postpartum.

 

I'm by FAR a Doctor, nor do I suggest you adhere to everything someone or some Doctors say. I guess it comes down to choice and what you feel comfortable with. I guess my only arguement with the "stopping" of taking fish oils because they "can thin the blood" is that Omegas are by far the only food that thin the blood. I would think if it was that big of a deal, all of these food would be banned late in the pregnancies since they are ALL natural blood thinners...just some gee whiz stuff to read about...


One type of natural blood thinners are substances that block vitamin K. These include salicylates

Herbs and spices high in salicylates include:
Curry powder
Cayenne pepper
Ginger
Paprika
Thyme
Cinnamon
Dill
Oregano
Turmeric
Licorice
Peppermint

Fruits high in salicylates include
Raisins
Prunes
Cherries
Cranberries
Blueberries
Grapes
Strawberries
Tangerines
Oranges

Other substance high in salicylates:
Chewing gum
Honey
Peppermints
Vinegar
Wine
Cider

 

I was advised by my doctor to take fish oil during my pregnancy because it aids in fetal brain development and studies have shown pregnant women who consume omega 3s are less likely to have preterm labor symptoms.

 

Thanks for the list PITBULLZ, I drink peppermint tea every morning and most of my foods contain some of that stuff listed. LOL. Excellent point you make. Thanks.

Molly
34 weeks + 5