Fasting of a Pregnant Woman
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Question
Should a woman in the early stages of pregnancy, weeks 5-6, fast on Tisha B'Av, and if so, should she monitor and act according to her feelings during the fast? Thank you.
Answer
Hello,
A pregnant woman should fast on Tisha B'Av.
At such an early stage, the pregnancy generally does not affect the fast. And certainly, there is no need to worry that the fast will harm the pregnancy.
Sometimes, due to nausea, there is a risk of dehydration, and then the rule is the same as for any person who has reached dehydration, such as if they feel dizzy even while lying down or see black before their eyes.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 554, Seif 5