[Jnkmeiwes]

I have have unusually dark colored bowel movements the last week. Is that a sign of pregnancy or something else? Almost like a dark chocolate color. (trying not to be graphic) But I wanted to know if this is normal or something worse.

[polar]

Most likely something you have eaten

[nymphetamine]

Have you been taking any iron supplements or eating anything that might have lots of iron in it as this happens when you get a lot of iron in your diet?

[Jnkmeiwes]

I have been taking pre-natal vitamins. Can that affect it?

[nymphetamine]

Yes it most certainly can. This is normal to happen when getting lots of iron in your diet. I suggest you talk to your doctor about this. They will probably tell you the same thing but I don't want to get in any trouble by trying to diagnose anything. So bring it up to your doctor.

[Chery]

Just in case you are going to be a Mom, check out the following sites.
Also remember the golden rule - when in doubt, see your doctor. Just make certain that your stools don't get too hard, then you might need a medication to soften them a little.

Check out the following sites, they will help you through this a little more to reassure if you are.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/sym...gnancy/PR00102 scroll down and even get answers on flying while pregnant, exercise, dangers, etc.
http://www.epigee.org/pregnancy/symptoms.html
www.askdramy.com The U.K. online doctor.you can post on a forum, or 'ask the Dr. Amy' with a click. The FAQ Tab on the homepage is also a good place to click and has a lot of good subject matter. P.S. Most of the articles are printable in PDF format.
Good luck, and keep us posted.

P.S. in the OB/GYN Clinic online, they have revealed a study that fish two to three times a week are very beneficial to you and the baby if you are expecting. Once I find the article again, I will post it for all to read.

[Chery]

Here's the PDF document with the results of the latest study on fish in diets for expectant mothers and the benefits. Hope this helps many of you.