Overall, it is safe to travel during pregnancy. The best time of pregnancy to travel is in your second trimester (14-28 weeks), because you usually feel your best and the risk of complications is lower! You can travel by plane, car or ship. In terms of air travel, many airlines do not allow passengers over…

Because of the recommendation to avoid hot tubs and saunas, especially in the first trimester, many pregnant people wonder about hot baths at home.  The risk of hot tubs and saunas is related to the increase in core body temperature. In the first trimester, a body temperature over 101 F or 38.3 C has been…

It is best to avoid a hot tub or sauna in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, as use has been associated with miscarriage and neural tube defects. After the first trimester, it may be reasonable to spend short periods of time (10 minutes) in a hot tub or sauna. In general, it is important…

There is no data to show that having a manicure or a pedicure poses any risk in pregnancy. The same goes for gel manicures, acrylic nails, and tips. While some absorption can occur through the nail bed, it is minimal and not expected to have any impact on fetal development. Just like when you are…

While it’s best to avoid exposure to potentially harmful chemicals, especially in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, there is no evidence that hair dye is dangerous. Try to avoid having harsh dyes or chemicals sit on your scalp for long periods of time. Hair itself is dead protein and does not communicate with your…