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Fasting on Tisha B'Av during a Normal Pregnancy

Question

A woman in her eighth month of pregnancy, and everything is normal. Should she fast on Tisha B'Av?

Answer

She should fast, but if she feels strong weakness or contractions, she should drink.

Source

Orach Chaim, Siman 554

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