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[eminvc]

So I want to buy a birthing ball to use at home in early labor, also just throughout the rest of the pregnancy for hip circles and other various yoga things. I went to Target today and got an exercise ball, but noticed when I got home that it specifically says "Do not use during pregnancy." Is there actually a difference between an exercise vs. yoga vs. birthing ball? If someone has one they particularly like, can you please provide a link? I just assumed it was all the same thing...

[lovebeingamomma]

Don't worry they're all the same.  They just say that for liability reasons.

[sweetestday]

I use an exercise ball. I think they are just worried about liability issues. It's crazy these days.

[josie423]

Ditto the other ladies. I use an anti-burst ball from Wal-Mart.

[kat216]

I got the one from Target that you're probably talking about. Seems safe to me.