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Sunbathing during pregnancy is not advisable, but this does not mean that the expectant mother must categorically deny herself holidays by the sea or lake. Of course, everything requires compliance with a few rules so that sunbathing is completely safe. Here are the most important of them!
First, before you decide to go on such a trip, talk to your doctor. Find out if he sees any contraindications and how much time you should spend in the sun. Only then should you decide to take trips to sunny places or lounging on a sunny balcony or terrace.
The sun during pregnancy can be harmful
Or rather its excess or sunbathing without any restrictions. Although the sun’s rays have an excellent effect on our well-being – they make us feel happier, stimulate endorphins to work, produce vitamin D in our body, which is also needed by adults … However, too much sun can seriously harm, especially pregnant people. Why?
UVB radiation causes dilation of blood vessels, which contributes to the formation of unsightly “spider veins” on the skin. In addition, hormonal changes during pregnancy increase the skin’s sensitivity to radiation. Therefore, you can get persistent and difficult to remove discoloration very quickly. Pregnancy is a condition that favors the formation of pigmented changes, and even the activation of those that already exist … so it’s not worth the risk!
Too high a temperature can also result in some complications, after all, staying in the heat for a long time is exhausting for the human body.
Sunbathing regulations for pregnant women. You must remember this
The most important: sunscreen. Don’t go without him! For pregnant women, the safest option are creams with a mineral filter, reflecting UV rays from the skin. Let the protective factor be as high as possible, preferably not only against UVB radiation. The best protection is provided by SPF 50 and SPF 50+ filters, the minimum for a pregnant woman is SPF 30. Apply it min. 15 minutes before departure.
If you are taking medications, find out if they cause complications when exposed to the sun. Cover moles and sensitive parts of the body – ears, neck and mouth. Do not wear makeup to avoid discoloration.
Heat is not conducive to pregnancy, it can lead to fetal risk, bleeding from the genital tract. Even if you are sitting under an umbrella, in the shade. If you feel it’s too hot, get in the water. Avoid sunbathing between 11 and 15, after 16 it is much nicer, less stuffy and crowded. Drink a lot, because the body loses a lot of water in the heat.