and have to go in for liver function blood tests to make sure its not Obs Colestatis (think thats what its called!). We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. So, Im aware that Im probably about to sound like an idiot, but in my defense it is 2:30 AM and I was half asleep when this happened. So I wouldn't worry either. Sorry to hear you ate mold. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. MIchelle, My Niece ate some bread Im assuming was moldy she has been throwing up should I call her doctor. A mold is microscopic fungus, says Dr. Craggs-Dino. Women are advised to avoid certain foods in pregnancy due to things like Listeria and Salmonella. People who eat mold may experience vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. I felt sick at the though and panicky so hubby suggested I try to throw it up - which I did. one day i went into work, got my gateraid out of the fridge. Experts explain what happens if you eat mold, and how to handle moldy foods. Relax. Accidentally Ate Mold While Pregnant There Are Some Suggestions That Being Exposed To Mold Can Increase The Risk Of Childhood Asthma.. Toxins, if present in Other Symptoms When Pregnant Can Include:. Hi, Pomodoro! Will this harm the fetus? Not pleasant, but seeing as you're pregnant, you could then go to A&E and they would take care of you. I hope brushing my teeth teeth and the fact that I tried not to swallow even the saliva helps. About three hours later I had to rush to the bathroom. The 30th and last one I ate, I looked at and it was moody. You might throw up just because you discovered you just ate the mold. No worries. EWWW. However, it usually depends on the type of mold you eat because some of them are more dangerous and can cause a serious illness. I would never ever buy anything visibly mouldy and I would expect the shop to chuck it, if I found something mouldy (unless it's supposed to be mouldy of course). Do u know what i havent even thought about till this opps!i must be the worst mother ever lol. Really, the only possible way this could happen is if you ate a ton of moldy bread with Mycotoxins. I ate a bread that has no visible mold, but smells absolutely freaking horrible. I bought bread from the grocery store, there was already mold on it when I got it but I didn't notice until I had already bit into the moldy part. I felt sick at the though and panicky so hubby suggested I try to throw it up - which I did. If I hadnt noticed the mold with the last bite, I wouldnt have even known. Do I need to see a doctor immediately? It really has made me feel better. If its bread that has been sitting in the refrigerator for a long time, you may not be able to tell the difference between good and bad mold. Preventing mold on your babys food is as simple as keeping it sealed properly and always throwing expired food away. (You must log in or sign up to post here. I was shocked, as I thought refrigeration would prevent that. Then I read that Aspergillus are heat-sensitive and destroyed by heat treatments at temperatures of 140-160F (60-71C).. Registered in England. Last night, I walked to the kitchen to grab a banana muffin ( I cooked Thursday) in the dark. Just a little penicillin Dont stress, youll be fine. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Is it a mold that can cause toxins that can be very dangerous to you and your baby? Do I need to see a doctor immediately? WebAccidentally ate moldy bread. [Deleted User] Posts: 4,462 Forum Member 25/11/08 - 10:14 #1 I'm such a spam. Like the others I would suggest this won't hurt you or baby. That must have been so scary for you! If i wake up in the middle of the night to pee and can't fall back asleep, I get this crazy hunger and if I don't put something in my stomach, I dry heave. please advice. Symptoms can range from loss of appetite and loss of energy to a serious illness. I'm just so worried now that it will harm my baby. However, dont panic while reading that. I feel so stupid for being careless! so cheese having mold on it has nothing to do with there being listeria. Eat good clean good today to support your bodies detox, Just to highlight what the previous poster said, it would be a VERY rare case so dont worry too much. It would cause recalls and all that jazz which never happens. I ate moldy yogurt in my first pregnancy also freaked out and called the doctor. OP's posts: Now whenever i see a bag of baby carrots im probably going to say that to myself! As PPs have said should be fine. Last night i was eating a cheese string, and it was tasting fine, then a bit tasted weird so i looked down and in the middle was some green mold. After that I ate my dinner but it required bread so it was hard. Call doctor in the morning but I do know many women on here have posted saying they got food poisoning and everything turned out fine. What to do When Accidentally Ate Moldy Bread, What to do if You Accidentally Eat Moldy Bread. Not quite true, penicillin can be made from certain types of bread, but it's a process, it's not like insant penicillin op you'll be ok This. Happy baking, Accidentally eating mold can cause mold poisoning, which can have a range of symptoms from mild to severe depending on the type of mold ingested. Thanks in advance. Accidentally Ate Mold While Pregnant There Are Some Suggestions That Being Exposed To Mold Can Increase The Risk Of Childhood Asthma.. Toxins, if present in Other Symptoms When Pregnant Can Include:. Been feeling a little uneasy the past few days anyway as I've had really bad itching at night (reason why I'm up at stupid o'clock!) Im so happy to hear you didnt get sick. I had a MC in June and am totally paranoid. I but a bagel 3x before i noticed the mold 15 mnts later vomit like crazy woke up at 5am this morning o habe chills n headache n my tummy hurts but not so bad. Read more about me, why I created this site, and what youll learn here. Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. A place for pregnant redditors, those who have been pregnant, those who wish to be in the future, and anyone who supports them. Having a food poisoning or gastrointestinal symptoms can be caused by several other bacteria or viruses that are not transmitted to the baby. The toxins ( if the said mould contains them) could possibly harm the foetus but that's if you ate it on regular basis. WebAnswer (1 of 23): Too late my friend. Not quite true, penicillin can be made from certain types of bread, but it's a process, it's not like insant penicillin. There is such a small chance of this occurring. If you end up getting sick from moldy bread, it will likely happen within a few hours of consuming it. I seriously wouldnt worry if I was you. I ate moody baby carrots. I finally found something that sounded good to me, part of which was a hamburger bun. My daughter found it after I had sprinkled and consumed it. So, Im aware that Im probably about to sound like an idiot, but in my defense it is 2:30 AM and I was half asleep when this happened. Should i call my doctor? In fact, you dont really need to do anything, especially if you have a healthy immune system. It's basically just more rotted fruit. Mycotoxins can lead to nausea, cramping, and vomiting, Chapman points out. at the time I had a cold so couldn't smell or taste much. Since it's easier for mold to spread in softer foods because of the way it growswhether that's bread, cheese, meat, or dipsit should be thrown away ASAP. Try to just put it out of your mind until the morning when you talk to a professional (I know, easier said than done). I bought bread from the grocery store, there was already mold on it when I got it but I didn't notice until I had already bit into the moldy part. Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! Otherwise those of us with penicillin allergies would be up a creek. Welcome to the Digital Spy forums. I rubbed it off and ate the berry. When you eat a bite of toxic mold, though, effects can vary. Just think of it as a small dose of penicillin to boost your immune system. Someone please help me, these people barely ate a bite of toast, I ate the entire thing, the 6 entire pieces of bread. All Rights Reserved. As you all know, being pregnant makes you crave strange things at odd times. So a one-off munching on a bit of mold will in worse case give you upset stomach etc. Thank you for posting. WebI accidentally ate moldy bread at the beginning of my pregnancy also. However, it usually depends on the type of mold you eat because some of them are more dangerous and can cause a serious illness. Doctor said it would not hurt you or baby at all. You'll be fine, hon. A mold is microscopic fungus, says Dr. Craggs-Dino. Michelle. WebHowever, in certain cases, the mold found on spoiled food could be dangerous, so if you suddenly develop symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea, an elevated temperature, or diarrhea, you should immediately seek medical help. It was probably because of the fact that I threw the breads in the dustbin thats in the dining table, their smells mustve made me think the food tastes bad. Happy baking, If its bread that has been sitting in the refrigerator for a long time, you may not be able to tell the difference between good and bad mold. Rare, though. Please select a reason for escalating this post to the WTE moderators: Connect with our community members by starting a discussion. Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! Totally different things. Chances are it's not going to mess with an unborn fetus. I was still concerned and read this article. I feel fine, my heart is racing a thousand beats per minute (not literally), but thats probably more mentally induced. Allergic reactions can be delayed or they can be right away, Dr. Craggs-Dino (Cleveland Clinic) says. Breastfeeding: the trick to a comfy latch. It is a fact, sadly for all those hypochondriacs out there and their silly medical alarmists with advanced degrees in anti-tradition and experience, that our friend the molds and bacteria are only dangerous when out of balance with the body or are those well-known toxins found in certain fungi, etc. I did take a bite of bread 45 years ago it did not look moldy but it tasted moldy once it was in my mouth. It's not ideal but if it was indeed a threat stores wouldn't be able to sell the food because it would be seriously contaminated by the mold. Have you ever eaten a bite of moldy bread? My daughter survived food poisoning from grocery store sushi when I was pregnant. I will be honest with you, though I have accidentally eaten a few bites of moldy bread. generally speaking you want to avoid soft cheese period unless it has been cooked - but the risk associated is so rare, I honestly wouldnt worry at all. Accidentally ate moldy bread : ( l lovealways31 Posted 2/23/13 Last night, I walked to the kitchen to grab a banana muffin ( I cooked Thursday) in the dark. Your body will protect yhe baby, promise.It was just moldy bread not ew chicken, no biggie. As you all know, being pregnant makes you crave strange things at odd times. o hunny dont worry,i went round my nannys the other day & she made me a sandwich with moldy cheese in it.& im sad to say i had to eat it,shes 98 & it would have taken her ages to make & shed have loved feeding me & bump.i sneekily tried to pick it out but i defo ate some.me & bump r fine & it was weeks ago now hunny. Should I be as worried as I am disgusted? Ate mouldy bread by accident. Toxins, if present in the mold, could be harmful to a developing foetus, but only if consumed on a regular basis. Michelle. it still grosses me out thinking about it. I would not worry too much about it. Hope you are going okay! The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. Start by selecting which of these best describes you! so cheese having mold on it has nothing to do with there being listeria. No worries. Even if you get diarrhea it's not likely to affect the baby. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. A number of fungi or bacterium can grow on bread the most common examples are alimentary toxic aleukia, gangrenous ergotisms, during my 1st pregnancy i threw up day and night for 6mo. I did something similar with a tortilla one time, so youre definitely not alone. If youre questioning whether or not a food is still good, it probably is not. Maybe I should have paid more attention in Biology. I ate a whole sandwich the other day and when I was almost finished I noticed mold on the crust. The arcticke says mold usually can't penetrate cheddar so you can actually cut off the moldy end and still eat the other part that's still good. Remember - mould is a fungus, like mushrooms, Listeria is a bacteria. What to Expect supports Group Black and its mission to increase greater diversity in media voices and media ownership. Pregnancy, also know, Rene Felice Smith Is She Pregnant . You'd have to breathe in the mold to cause respiratory problems, so you should be good on that front. I was slow at eating it, so I refrigerated it. I accidentally ate a piece the other morning. In conclusion, I wouldnt worry at all if I were you. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Accidentally ate moldy bread : ( l lovealways31 Posted 2/23/13 Last night, I walked to the kitchen to grab a banana muffin ( I cooked Thursday) in the dark.