Hi Natalie,

Baby planning is not my area (at all) BUT even though I am a big fan of the No Starch Diet (NSD) I don't know if its worth doing while pregnant. Having said that it may be OK to reduce the amount of starchy foods like bread, potato, pasta and increase fruits. The previous posts here talked about the damage that a low carbohydrate diet can do to the baby but the NSD isn't a low carb diet - its getting carbs in a simplified form. But I still agree that it may be too risky although as I said just reducing a bit on the starch and upping the fruit may be OK. I would consult a nutrionalist that specialises in pregnancy and raise these issues with them.

As for the pain and having no NSAIDS - I would try Fish Oil capsules (Deep sea may be best). There is a lot of evidence that fish oil reduces inflammation due to its Omega 3 properties. You can get this at most chemists or even supermarkets. Look, check with your doctor but I'm sure this may be a great alternative. I take them and although not as effective as Indocid it may be a good and safe alternative.

Oh, by the way I've sent you a Private Message (PM) re. our AS Group in Australia if you want to take a look.

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