Expectant mothers are talking about the potential risks of getting a manicure.
Is it safe to get a manicure while I’m pregnant?
Answer: Well, we’re not sure, but neither are experts.
Here is what the experts say:
While chronic exposure to the solvents used in manicure salons (like the acetone in polish remover and the toluene in nail polish) isn’t good for you, having one manicure every couple of weeks is probably not a danger, as long as you make sure the salon has good ventilation.
If you’re still unsure, have a look at what fellow pregnant moms have to say…
YES, go for it:
“I have been a manicurist for 12 years…I will not perform a massage on any pregnant woman less than 12 weeks along. The massage can stimulate certain parts of the hands and feet that should not be touched with pressure, just like in a full body massage.”
“I’m only 14 weeks pregnant, I got my nails done and they said the baby is fine.”
“It’s not going to hurt your baby if you get your nails done once in a while during your pregnancy. I’ve talked with doctors who actually encourage that you get your nails and ever your hair done, so that you feel good about yourself.”
NO, stay away:
“Phthalates are harmful to the fetus, especially in the first trimester when organs are forming. Unfortunately, you can find a lot of them in a nail salon when you read the labels.”
“Nail polish contains phthalates, formaldehyde, toluene and other carcinogenic chemicals. Phthalates are definitely linked to birth defects, especially in the first trimester because they are endocrine disruptors messing with estrogen.”
“Nail polish and acetone are definite no-no’s when pregnant! An adult body can process and eliminate these toxins, but a growing fetus cannot.”
There is no published evidence that getting manicures will harm the fetus, so it’s up to you if you want to get a manicure while you’re pregnant. Just make sure that the salon is ventilated. Or, if you have your own non-toxic nail polish, bring that to the salon.
What do you think? Is it safe or is it not? Do you know something we don’t know? Share with us below!
Is It Safe To Get A Manicure While I’m Pregnant? [BabyCenter]
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