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Is it possible to tan in pregnancy?
Last reviewed: 19.10.2021
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Whether it is possible for pregnant women to sunbathe? The question that interests future mothers, whose pregnancy has fallen at the height of the beach season. Let's look at this question, find out whether it's possible to tan in pregnancy, what precautions to observe, what to be afraid of and how to protect the future baby from the scorching sun.
During pregnancy, women behave very carefully, because even the most good habits and seemingly innocuous procedures can harm the future baby. At the height of the summer, before the future moms, the question is acute, about whether it is possible for pregnant women to sunbathe. Or during pregnancy, you have to forget about rest on the beach, sunbathing and bathing in the water?
The first thing that alarms any pregnant woman in the summer is the rumors of the harm of ultraviolet radiation, which is abundant in the sun. But this is not the reason to give up the opportunity to sunbathe during pregnancy. Scientists have proved that solar radiation can help in curing many diseases, that is, the sun acts as a doctor.
- For pregnant sun tanning is first and foremost a good mood. Scientists have proved that the sun's rays are the best antidepressant. And if the mother is in a good mood, then the baby is happy too!
- Another fact in favor of tanning during pregnancy is that the sun's rays accelerate metabolism, that is, metabolism. Immunity weakened by pregnancy improves, the body gains strength and actively struggles with microbes and bacteria from the external environment.
- Sunburn during pregnancy increases the amount of hemoglobin in the blood and improves the functioning of the endocrine glands. Warns of osteoporosis, that is, a disease that is associated with damage to bone tissue.
- The sun's rays contribute to the production of vitamin D, which is responsible for the health of the baby's future. This is an excellent prevention of childhood rickets.
Sunburn during pregnancy will be useful to those mothers who lack the sun. We are talking about residents of northern, cold regions. In addition, a tan during pregnancy will help to cope with immunoconflicts.
Sunburn during pregnancy
Sunburn during pregnancy is permitted, but it is necessary to observe the rules of caution. The first thing you need to know is the fact that during pregnancy, a tan falls much more quickly. This is due to changes on the hormonal background: the level of estrogen rises, because of this, the melanin pigment is intensely formed. Due to this, the skin acquires a chocolate, tanned hue. The future mummies should carefully sunbathe in the sun, as this can lead to negative consequences.
Sunburn during pregnancy and safety regulations:
- Avoid direct sunlight, relax under a beach umbrella or in the shade of a gazebo. If you are worried that you will leave without sunburn, then it is in vain, since sunburn will find you here.
- Pay special attention to the temperature outside the window. If the thermometer is above + 30 ° C, then it is better not to walk to the beach, under the scorching sun. Sunbathing is better in the morning and in the evening, but from 11 to 15 it is better to refrain from resting in the sun. Because you can get a sunburn and a heat stroke.
- If you are going to rest on the beach with pebbles, then do not forget that the stones are very hot under the sun, so take a rug or blanket with you, or, best of all, a chaise longue.
- Do not go to the beach immediately after lunch or on an empty stomach. This will negatively affect your well-being under the scorching sun rays.
- On the beach or rest under the sun, wear light, spacious clothes that will not constrain movements, and it will be good to let in air. Do not forget about the hat and sunglasses.
- If you are sunbathing and bathing, do not forget that ultraviolet radiation is also active in water, as well as on land, so do not overdo it with rest under the sun.
- Drink more water, this will protect the body from dehydration. Use hygienic lipstick, it will avoid drying out the lips and cracking.
Remember that non-compliance with safety rules for sunburn during pregnancy can cause many complications. Long exposure to the sun can cause uterine bleeding, fainting, heat stroke and cause the appearance of age spots on the body and face of a pregnant woman.
Sunburn in early pregnancy
Sunburn in the early stages of pregnancy is possible, but, as in the second and third trimester, it requires compliance with the rules of safe sunburn.
During sunburn during early pregnancy it is necessary:
- Gradually start to sunbathe without zealous bathing. It's enough for half an hour, gradually time can be increased.
- In the early stages of pregnancy, sunbathing costs up to 11 am and after 18 pm.
- Do not forget about the sunscreen that will protect you and your baby from ultraviolet radiation.
Do not overdo under the sun, as tanning in the early stages of pregnancy can result in a heat stroke. If you still suffered a heat stroke, then help to get rid of the symptoms and not harm the future baby will allow copious drinking, bed rest and necessarily consultation with a gynecologist.
Instant tan in pregnancy
Instant tan during pregnancy, many moms use and do not worry about the consequences. But is it possible to use instant tanning during pregnancy or it can harm the health of the baby's future?
For instant tanning, a self-tanning cream is used, which gives the skin a golden, tanned color, as with a natural, natural tan. The thing is that when using a cream for instant tanning, you expose the skin to the action of dihydroxyacetone, which through the skin penetrates into the circulatory system. The use of this cream during pregnancy theoretically puts the baby at risk, as the placental barrier is not a barrier to getting harmful substances to the baby through the circulatory system.
There is no precise data on the effect of instantaneous sunburn on pregnancy. Since no studies have yet been carried out that would confirm the harm of autosunburn on a growing organism. Remember that many doctors do not approve the use of funds for instant tanning during pregnancy. Therefore, think carefully, first put a potential danger to a future baby.
Cream for sunburn during pregnancy
The cream from sunburn during pregnancy can protect the body and the future baby from the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays. Going to the beach, do not forget to choose the right sunscreen. A good sunburn cream should form a tan, but detain harmful solar radiation. For pregnant women, sunblock should have the highest level of protection.
Creams for sun protection can easily be washed off with water, so do not forget to apply the product after bathing. By the way, before going to the beach, the cream costs 20 minutes before sunbathing. When choosing and buying sunscreen, special attention should be given to the SPF index. SPF is a protection against solar radiation. The choice of SPF depends on the skin type and the terrain in which you plan to take sunbath. Remember that SPF shows how many times you can increase the time spent in the sun, using a spray or sunblock.
Pregnant women should know that before applying sunscreen, you need to make a skin test. Because of the hormonal changes in the body of a pregnant woman, an allergic reaction can occur even to the remedy that is well absorbed by the body before pregnancy. Do not forget that after using the cream from sunburn, after a long stay in the sun, you need to apply the cream on the skin after sunbathing. The product after tanning will fix the beautiful chocolate tint on the skin and prevent the appearance of pigment spots.
Sunburn during pregnancy in a solarium
Sunburn during pregnancy in the solarium - this is another opportunity to get tanned skin quickly, with the help of artificial ultraviolet radiation. When sunbathing in a solarium during pregnancy, it should be remembered that no studies have yet been conducted that would prove the harm or benefit of the solarium on the body and the future baby.
Doctors can not accurately answer the question of whether it is possible to sunbathe in a solarium during pregnancy, but do not recommend this procedure. Artificial tanning is safer than natural tanning, as it prevents overheating, but this does not exclude a number of other problems and complications.
Sunburn during pregnancy in a solarium has a number of rules:
- The session should not be longer than 20 minutes.
- The solarium is strictly forbidden to visit, if in addition to pregnancy you have such diseases as diabetes, thyroid disorders and mastopathy.
- Do not sunbathe naked, cover sensitive areas of the body.
- During the session, use special glasses, as tanning in a tanning salon without them can lead to retinal burns.
- Before you start a tanning session in the solarium, wash off the makeup and do not use perfume, as this can cause allergic reactions.
Sunburn during pregnancy in a solarium can cause the appearance of pigment spots due to hormonal changes in the body. Also, during pregnancy, in a solarium it is easy to overheat, so control the time of your stay in the solarium, if you still decided on an artificial tan during pregnancy.
Immediate tan during pregnancy - comments and comments
Before deciding on an instant tan during pregnancy, every mom should get acquainted with the opinions of those who decided on this procedure.
Getting an instant tan during pregnancy is difficult, because there is a risk of complications and the development of diseases. Sunburn can cause interruption of pregnancy, that is, miscarriage, provoke bleeding or become a threat of premature discharge of amniotic fluid.
Instant tan during pregnancy, testimonials from expectant mothers:
Olga, 24 - "Instant sunburn, a classy procedure that in a couple of minutes gives the skin the color of a month's rest on the sea under the sun".
Before pregnancy, I used the services of instant sunburn, went to the solarium and used creams for autosunburn. I tried the procedure and during pregnancy. The only drawback - had to wait 8 hours after the procedure, before washing, as in the salon they warned that a tan can get off.
Irina, 32 - "Instant sunburn - the most improper procedure during pregnancy".
I did not find the advantages of instant sunburn, because right after the procedure, the entire artificial tan was on my clothes. In addition, sunburn did not come off evenly. Just imagine, the back is white, and the arms and ankles are tanned. I was once again convinced that pregnancy is not the time for experiments.
Tatiana, 40 - "I was afraid, but still I decided."
Decided to tan during the third pregnancy, and did not regret. The sunburn has laid flat, despite the fact that I have a pretty capricious skin and a natural tan does not last longer than two or three days. The procedure is satisfied, the only drawback is that the price is really biting.
Alexandra, 19 - "A safe way to be beautiful during pregnancy".
As soon as I found out that I was pregnant, I decided to take care of myself carefully. In the second trimester I went to the solarium. I did 4 procedures for 15 minutes, the result is basically satisfied. The only drawback, after the last procedure, the whole result remained on the sheets. The doctor explained this hormonal failure.
Zhenya, 27 - "Artificial tanning during pregnancy is a waste of money"
Girls, future moms, do not risk your health! Before the new year, in the fifth month of pregnancy decided to become a mulatto, bought a spray for sunburn and very sorry. The girlfriend who works as the cosmetician has put or rendered a spray. After using the autosunburn, a small red rash ran all over the body, which was scratched terribly. The result was terribly frightening, since I did not know how to treat this allergy, I had to wash the body with lots of chamomile. It helped to get rid of the itch, and the paint gradually disappeared.
Whether it is possible to sunbathe in pregnancy - it's up to you. But remember that you are not protected from the consequences that can cause artificial sunburn or stay in the sun. Take care of your health and the health of your baby, because sunbathing you always have time!
Be healthy!