valerian root in pregnancy HELP

[NK743e39fbX1283a55b4ac]

i dont know whether anyone can help but somethings been on my mind, at about 2 weeks after conception (3 to 4 weeks preg) i took valerian root for a couple of days to help me sleep didnt know i was pregnant at the time otherwise wouldnt have taken. I havent really thought about it until now but as i am due my 20 week scan shortly i suddently thought could it have caused any damaged as i dont think its recommended in pregnancy. think ive scared myself a bit worrying.

any help would be appreicated.

[oliviacrumble]

Hi, just googled this, as I have done exactly the same as you! Took valerian for several nights before realising I was pregnant.

Wiki says essentially that no studies have been done on pregnant women, blah blah, and seems to summarise that while it is not to be recommended in pregnancy, due to all the unknowns, there is no conclusive proof of harm to foetus.

Please don't worry, I'm in the same boat, and reckon it's relatively harmless to have taken it unknowingly for a few days.

[NK743e39fbX1283a55b4ac]

thanks for your reply, how far pregnant are you? i will be fine after ive had my 20 week scan i think im just a little nervous at the mo.

[oliviacrumble]

Am just 12 wks now. Think I too will be nervous until 20 wk scan!

I think the stress and worry just goes with the territory!