excess folic acid during pregnancy is very dangerous????

Moms, I just found out that excess folic acid during pregnancy is very dangerous for the baby. They say it can cause autism???? This is my first time being pregnant and i am really scared of everything that could potentially harm my baby. My doctor prescribed me folic acid vitamins... I’m really scared, it's such a gamble. If I don't take it, I’m afraid of deficiency, and if I take it every day, I’m afraid of excess. But what are the signs of excess folic acid, moms? Does anyone know? I hope we all stay healthy. #seriousquestion

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I’m on 5mg of Folic acid and have been through out my pregnancy. At 38 weeks now. Doctor has told me you can’t overdose on folic acid as is it water soluble and any excess that your body and baby don’t require will come out when you urinate. Don’t stress.