Health Tip: Should I Work During Pregnancy?

(Click Here!">HealthDay News) -- Some pregnant women worry if it's safe to continue working. The answer, experts say, depends on your Click Here!">health and the type of work you do.

The American Academy of Family Physicians says there may be cause for concern if your job forces you to:

Stand for long periods.Lift very heavy objects.Be exposed to lead or other heavy metals, such as copper or mercury.

The good news: Working at a computer is thought to pose no danger, the academy says. But you should consult your doctor about your work environment, the group advises.

-- Diana Kohnle
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