Informed Choices in Motherhood. Fiona Lee

aware of common sources of toxins in pregnancy. High intake of pesticides should be avoided, and the dirty dozen list is a useful guide when buying organic foods, especially if you can't afford to buy all organic.

      2 Vaccines during pregnancy are not safe and contain unacceptably high levels of aluminum and other toxins that can reach the baby through the placenta.

      3 The scientific research does not support the routine use of prenatal ultrasounds in low risk/healthy pregnancies. Discuss the risks vs benefits with your care provider.

      4 Avoid synthetic folic acid and instead choose natural folate in either whole foods sources or high-quality natural folate sources