Lifting in VERY early pregnancy?

[sunflwrmoonbeam]

First off, I'm not pregnant yet, that I know of. We are TTC, and AF is due the day I close on my house. The following day we will be having 3000 pounds of flooring delivered which I will have to help move into the house. It'll be 90 boxes of about 30 pounds. Assuming AF doesn't come, I will be testing that morning to make sure.

My question: is it ok to lift 30 pounds repeatedly in very very early pregnancy? I don't want to risk a miscarriage (had one in December), but I also have to do this.

[aylaanne]

I'd do it. This is based on me and my general "I'm not freaking out" policy. Use your legs and not your back, take breaks, stay hydrated, yadda yadda. I helped my parents move under the same circumstances and I was nauseated and tired, but I'm farther along now and I haven't had any spotting or cramping. (just more nausea and fatigue :p )

[HeatherB]

While some people will say, "oh, let me get that - in your condition!" I know of no real reason not to lift things in VERY early pregnancy. With all of those common-sense tips that Ayla shared, I think you'd be fine! The biggest issue I would look at is hydration. Also, is there any way to get a cart or dolly to help with? I know I'd get tired of lifting 30lb boxes pretty quickly! :lol

[tamagotchi]

I think it's fine in early pregnancy. I lift and carry my 35 lb toddler all day every day :) I agree that you want to keep hydrated, and sit down and take a rest if you get lightheaded.

[Meg_s]

Unless it's something which would injure you in your normal, non pregnant condition I think it's fine! I'm regularly lifting things over 50 lbs and I've got 55 days to go :) Anything that would UNDUELY stress you would not be recommended but if you're healthy and it's not a massive stress then it's fine. Of course all of the disclaimers about lifting properly and posture and all of that..