Pregnancy Complications: Albuterol

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Prednisone and Pregnancy

I recently caught a bad case of bronchitis which flared up my asthma. I had to go on prednisone steroid for 5 days in order to breathe. My doctor told me that if you take a steroid during your pregnancy then you have to get a steroid delivered through your IV during labor to prevent adrenal failure. Anyone else have experience with this or ever hear of it? Anyone ever taken prednisone for a short period of time during pregnancy?

Health & Safety

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Asthma Problems and Pregnancy

Hi Ladies, I am pregnant and have been having a lot of trouble with my asthma for the past few weeks. I have seen the doctor and am on my asthma medications, but am wondering if any one has any tips or advice for me. I am looking for alternative,safe ways to help me stop coughing and help me breathe better. I don't want to do anything that could jeopardize my baby's health or safety. I also have gotten a cold which is making the asthma alot worse. I am allergic to most medications--so I try to just let my body heal naturally as much as I...