Question 1

im 6 weeks 2 days pregnant is it okay to go to galveston for a full day an lay out in sun and have a relaxing day?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It's safe. Just make sure to put sunscreen on when laying out in the sun and keep hydrated. Take care!

Question 2

are capri suns completely safe to drink while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Sort of: they are not more harmful than any other processed food per se, but like juices and soft drinks, it has a lot of sugar which I would avoid.  Stick to milk, and whole fruits, and water as your main source of hydration.

Question 3

can you sun tan while pregnant? 
not excessively but a little with protection?

Accepted Answer

Be aware: There really isn't any evidence that UV rays from the tanning bed will affect a pregnancy.  Two issues come about: 1) unnecessary exposure to UV radiation isn't ideal for your skin from a cosmetic(wrinkles) and skin cancer perspective 2) lying down on your back, especially further along pregnancy wise, can lead to compression of major blood vessels/liver/stomach that may cause issues

Question 4

i was wondering if the essential oil sun breeze is safe to use topically while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Sun breeze oil: Sun breeze oil contains camphor and menthol as well as cassia, an evergreen tree extract. These substance may not be ideal to use during pregnancy. Check with your obstetrician about his opinion.

Question 5

14w pregnant. vit only has 400 iu vit d3 i don't get too much from diet or sun. do i need more? what's the impact to baby of too low?

Accepted Answer

YES!!! Many impacts!: Good question. Adults need 5-8000 iu of vit d to achieve optimal levels in fall ; winter (year-round if you don't get mid-day sun). Low vit d in pregnancy is associated with increased risk of gestational diabetes, preeclampsia ; babies with low birth-weight. See http://www.Medpagetoday.Com/obgyn/pregnancy/38113 
it is safe ; wise to take an additional 5000 iu of vit d3.

Question 6

hi, can my wife do a massage while pregnant? also want to know about exposure to sun - is a day at a beach is okay for a pregnant woman ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Normal activities should be safe.

Question 7

i'm pregnant , & i drank a capri sun with some mold in it ! i think it was mold .. will my baby be okay??

Accepted Answer

Most likely your: baby will be fine. If you become ill seek medical attention. Take care.

Question 8

29w pregnant. need to be prolonged hours in the sun and my sun block has parabens.  if i use it today only, will it harm me me or baby?

Accepted Answer

One day only: Probably ok but parabens have mild estrogenic effects so there is some concern in pregnancy.

Question 9

missed first pill of new pack - took second one late. missed sat of that week and sun of wk 2. can i get pregnant? boyfriend never pulls out

Accepted Answer

OCP problem: You'll end up pregnant due to missing too many pills. Consider a Nuvaring, Skyla, or Nextplanon.

Question 10

35 wks pregnant.stayed under the sun from 10am-11am today in my back yard. did not use sunscreen.have a headache since then.dangerous for baby?

Accepted Answer

Call your obs team: Even if your headache does not persist despite rehydration and bed rest, it would be best to consult your obstetrical team who knows you best and seek their advice and perhaps ask for an evaluation of your blood presssure, urine tests, amniotic fluid etc...in order to be reassured that you and your unborn baby are doing well.

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Im 6 weeks 2 days pregnant is it okay to go to galveston for a full day an lay out in sun and have a relaxing day?

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Are capri suns completely safe to drink while pregnant?

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Can you sun tan while pregnant? not excessively but a little with protection?

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I was wondering if the essential oil sun breeze is safe to use topically while pregnant?

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14w pregnant. vit only has 400 iu vit d3 i don't get too much from diet or sun. do i need more? what's the impact to baby of too low?

A member asked:

Hi, can my wife do a massage while pregnant? also want to know about exposure to sun - is a day at a beach is okay for a pregnant woman ?

A member asked:

I'm pregnant , & i drank a capri sun with some mold in it ! i think it was mold .. will my baby be okay??

A member asked:

29w pregnant. need to be prolonged hours in the sun and my sun block has parabens. if i use it today only, will it harm me me or baby?

A member asked:

Missed first pill of new pack - took second one late. missed sat of that week and sun of wk 2. can i get pregnant? boyfriend never pulls out

A member asked:

35 wks pregnant.stayed under the sun from 10am-11am today in my back yard. did not use sunscreen.have a headache since then.dangerous for baby?

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