Yom Kippur Fast - Twin Pregnancy

Hello, I am pregnant - 16 weeks and 5 days with twins, thank God. My hemoglobin level (as of 7.10) is 10.5. How should I proceed regarding the Yom Kippur fast?

Hello 

You should fast.  However, be careful and rest to prevent dehydration. 

I am attaching general instructions from our teacher, the Gaon, Rabbi Avraham Fried, shlita, regarding fasting during pregnancy:

Rules for a pregnant woman on Yom Kippur fast:

A. A pregnant woman whose pregnancy is normal and she feels well should fast as usual, and she should prepare herself before the fast by drinking plenty of fluids — between three to four liters on the day before the fast. During the fast, she should try to rest as much as possible and stay in an air-conditioned place, and not go to the synagogue. Additionally, the husband is obligated to assist his wife even if it means missing public prayer.

B. In case of contractions or pains — drink in small amounts, and if that is not enough — drink normally.

C. If the woman feels strong weakness and dizziness and sees black before her eyes, she should drink in small amounts, as any person would in such a case.

D. Nausea during pregnancy does not pose a risk to the fetus, only discomfort. However, in case of frequent or severe vomiting, or if she vomited everything, it can lead to dehydration, so if the woman vomits a lot, she should drink in small amounts.

E. When hemoglobin is below 9, do not fast and eat and drink in small amounts.

F. When the pregnancy is not normal, there are many details, and one should consult a wise person.

G. A pregnant woman whose pregnancy is normal and can fast, but nevertheless fears the fast, can connect to an IV before Yom Kippur through professionals (it can be arranged through organizations like Ezer Mizion or Hatzalah, etc.), and if she does so, during the fast she can receive even several liters of fluids.