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A member asked:

Im around 6 weeks pregnant is it ok to paint with latex paint and have the room very well ventalated i need to know details. thank you?

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Pregnancy ; paint: It would be wise to avoid all exposure to chemicals and paint during pregnancy, especially in early pregnancy.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 11/27/2013

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