LIFamilies.com - Long Island, NY


RSS
Articles Business Directory Blog Real Estate Community Forum Shop My Family Contests

Log In Chat Index Search Rules Lingo Create Account

Quick navigation:   

Is tums safe?

Posted By Message

casey31
Mommy of 3!

Member since 5/05

2967 total posts

Name:
Mommy to two boys and a girl

Is tums safe?

I actually did a search and saw that some of you have used TUMS. I apologize for the repeat post....I just wanted to double check- is TUMS safe in the first trimester? I'm 7w4days and have the worst hearburn.....Chat Icon

TIA!!

Posted 4/19/06 1:36 PM
 
Long Island Weddings
Long Island's Largest Bridal Resource

Chatham-Chick
*********************

Member since 5/05

10311 total posts

Name:

Re: Is tums safe?

My OB told me to take a couple a day for the extra calcium.

Posted 4/19/06 1:36 PM
 

Diane
Hope is Contagious....catch it

Member since 5/05

30683 total posts

Name:
D

Re: Is tums safe?

yes, it is safe. It never worked for me though with my heartburn. Eating bread and drinking milk helpedChat Icon

Posted 4/19/06 1:37 PM
 

dandr10199
Grace is growing up too fast!

Member since 10/05

11561 total posts

Name:
Dina

Re: Is tums safe?

YES! I still have to take them. Chat Icon
I would not have gotten through my first tri without them.

Posted 4/19/06 1:43 PM
 

Cheryl
Horray for 3 boys!!

Member since 5/05

2354 total posts

Name:
Mikey, Greg & TJ's Mommy

Re: Is tums safe?

I'm in my 3rd and I don't go anywhere without them!

Posted 4/19/06 1:44 PM
 

FeliciaDP

Member since 5/05

18599 total posts

Name:
Mommy

Re: Is tums safe?

I heard they are safe , yes (unfortunately they do NOTHING for my heartburn though Chat Icon)

Though I can vaguely recall reading that you really should not take a LOT of Tums on any given day - I remember one girl on this board had a problem with kidney stones (I think?) and it turned out it was because she was taking TOO many Tums -- (I'll try to do a search and find the post)

But a few a day shouldn't be a problem at all, and as someone else said the Calcium is good for us

Posted 4/19/06 1:45 PM
 

BaroqueMama
Chase is one!

Member since 5/05

27530 total posts

Name:
me

Re: Is tums safe?

Yes, tums are safe, just be careful to drink plenty of water if you start taking them daily because you don't want to end up with kidney stones. I found that Maalox works better.

Posted 4/19/06 1:45 PM
 

dandr10199
Grace is growing up too fast!

Member since 10/05

11561 total posts

Name:
Dina

Re: Is tums safe?

Also, I switched from skim milk to light soy milk and that helped A LOT. I also eat soy yogurt. You my want to try that. I heard that milk helped heartburn, but for me it was causing the heartburn.

Message edited 4/19/2006 1:47:07 PM.

Posted 4/19/06 1:47 PM
 

FeliciaDP

Member since 5/05

18599 total posts

Name:
Mommy

Re: Is tums safe?

sorry double post!!

Message edited 4/19/2006 1:47:59 PM.

Posted 4/19/06 1:47 PM
 

LuvMy2Girls
@>---------

Member since 5/05

11165 total posts

Name:
Mommy

Re: Is tums safe?

I would call the dr about using them 1st trimester, just to be safe. My dr didn't want me using anything for the 1st trimester. But it's up to you

Feel better

Chat Icon Chat Icon

Posted 4/19/06 1:51 PM
 

casey31
Mommy of 3!

Member since 5/05

2967 total posts

Name:
Mommy to two boys and a girl

Re: Is tums safe?

Thank you- I called them and they said it was fine! I hope they work! Chat Icon

Posted 4/19/06 4:24 PM
 

MrsJ
I love my Katie Bug

Member since 5/05

11357 total posts

Name:
Kathy

Re: Is tums safe?

Yes, they've become one of my basic food groups LOL I buy the smoothie ones though - they arent as chalky.

Posted 4/19/06 6:12 PM
 

Sharon
So Big... So Fast!

Member since 5/05

2959 total posts

Name:

Re: Is tums safe?

they are definitely OK. My docotr told me to make sure I take at least 2 daily for extra calcium because I don't drink much milk.

Posted 4/19/06 6:35 PM
 

CunningOne
***

Member since 5/05

26975 total posts

Name:

Re: Is tums safe?

I've lived on them in both pregnancies. They only help a bit nowadays, but every little bit helps.

Posted 4/19/06 6:38 PM
 

CheeChee
HI THERE!!!!

Member since 5/05

3416 total posts

Name:

Re: Is tums safe?

Posted by FeliciaDP

I heard they are safe , yes (unfortunately they do NOTHING for my heartburn though Chat Icon)

Though I can vaguely recall reading that you really should not take a LOT of Tums on any given day - I remember one girl on this board had a problem with kidney stones (I think?) and it turned out it was because she was taking TOO many Tums -- (I'll try to do a search and find the post)

But a few a day shouldn't be a problem at all, and as someone else said the Calcium is good for us



I was the one taking too many tums, not drinking enuf water, and I wound up with Kidney stones from too much calcium!!! Landed myself in the hospital for a week doped up on Demerol and Perkasette at 33 weeks PG. So just make sure you drink drink drink!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Chat Icon Chat Icon

Posted 4/19/06 10:28 PM
 

LIMOMx2
...

Member since 5/05

24989 total posts

Name:

Re: Is tums safe?

I take them just not that many. I try and deal with the HB and if I just can't anymore I take one.

Posted 4/19/06 11:11 PM
 

pharmcat2000
Mom of 2 + 1

Member since 10/05

7395 total posts

Name:
Catherine

Re: Is tums safe?

They are definately OK to take since it is just calcium. Like everybody else said though, drink plenty of water, and don't take TOO many -- besides leading to kidney stones, it can cause "rebound hyperacidity". Calcium is a very strong and effective antacid, and sometimes the body responds by producing more acid!! Chat Icon

The "smoothies" taste better (and IMO work better). But for me, the liquid Mylanta (Orange Creme was my fave) worked better. I think it just coated better. I still don't leave home without my big blue bottle. Chat Icon

Posted 4/20/06 10:34 AM
 

jersee3380
He's here!!

Member since 5/05

1372 total posts

Name:
caroline

Re: Is tums safe?

yup theyre safe. doctor told me it's ok in moderation if i needed 'em

Posted 4/20/06 11:01 AM
 
 

Potentially Related Topics:

Topic Posted By Started Replies Forum
Quick question..rolaids or tums safe?? NS1976 3/23/06 6 Pregnancy
Is it safe to get a haircut? Itsamiracle 3/13/06 9 Pregnancy
Is it safe to get a foot rub? BaroqueMama 2/28/06 12 Pregnancy
is crystal light safe to drink???? TwoGirls4Me 2/25/06 16 Pregnancy
Is Febrezze safe for pets?? MRSJLK 2/24/06 2 Pets
Speaking of safe neighborhoods... CaseyGirl 2/22/06 0 Families Helping Families ™
 
Quick navigation:   
Currently 633886 users on the LIFamilies.com Chat
New Businesses
1 More Rep
Carleton Hall of East Islip
J&A Building Services
LaraMae Health Coaching
Sonic Wellness
Julbaby Photography LLC
Ideal Uniforms
Teresa Geraghty Photography
Camelot Dream Homes
Long Island Wedding Boutique
MB Febus- Rodan & Fields
Camp Harbor
Market America-Shop.com
ACM Basement Waterproofing
Travel Tom

      Follow LIWeddings on Facebook

      Follow LIFamilies on Twitter
Long Island Bridal Shows