I swim laps alot at the local pool. I go in the hot tub... but since I am pregnant (22 weeks).. I only go in until I am warm, just a few mintues.. I don't let my body get hot, sweat, or overheat...
Should I stop?
2007-02-14 07:32:54 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Here is a link you can go to to read more about hot tubs+pregnancy...they say it's better to take a hot bath than to use a hot tub; however, they also tell you what precautions to take if you choose to use the hot tub. Personally, I wouldn't risk it. You don't have too much longer to go, so it shouldn't be much of a sacrifice for you or your unborn child.
http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/hottubs.htm
2007-02-14 07:48:40 · answer #1 · answered by herefordsun 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Hot tubs are not recommended. The baby is actually really warm inside of you as is. You dont want to raise your body temp, yo might notice increased periods of movement when you are in the hot tub. Also this can enduce you to a point. The child gets hot, and then wants out. I actually used a hot shower to start my contractions after my water broke. I would stop the hot tub for now. But hey, check with your doc at your next visit.
2007-02-14 07:41:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
The pool is fine but when I was pregnant, my doctor told me to stay away from real hot temperatures, like a hot tub. I'm sure everything is fine but I wouldn't go into the hot tub again until after pregnancy.
2007-02-14 07:41:18 · answer #3 · answered by Michelle 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Swimming is great exercise especially when you are pregnant, so definitely keep doing that. However the hot tub is very dangerous for a pregnant woman. The water is usually 102 degrees or so and that is simply not healthy for the baby. I would advise stopping this practice immediately.
2007-02-14 07:41:47 · answer #4 · answered by rjsky05 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Look everyone has already stated the obvious. I just had to laugh at one response. Someone on here said, "Look no on told your mom any of this nonsense about hot water when she was pregnant and you're ok." I love that response. I hear that all the time from people. "well when i was pregnant" or "when i was raising kids..." Yeah, women used to smoke and drink and let their kids roll around in the back seat of the car. Times change and so does our understanding of the human body and safety. If your doctor says don't do something (even if your mother did it safely years before) why risk it? Geez.
2007-02-14 08:11:27 · answer #5 · answered by duckygrl21 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think you should stop too, it is advised that pregnant women should not go into hot tubs or take long hot baths. I don't think you did any harm to the baby, just make sure you stop, you can hold back from getting into the hot tub for the safety of your baby. Keep swimming though! It's really good that you swim.
2007-02-14 07:38:49 · answer #6 · answered by immarealgothipromise 1 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Swimming is fine but the hot tub is not. I just recently heard to stay out of hot tubs from my obgyn, I can't remember why though. SO for the baby's sake stay away
2007-02-14 07:40:15 · answer #7 · answered by lem 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Hot tub is not good for you. It will elevate your core temperature too much and it can harm the baby as well as the chances you may pass out
The pool is great but just do things in moderation
hot tub facts
According to the Organization of Teratology Information Services (OTIS), a body temperature of 101º F and above can raise concerns during pregnancy. Some studies have shown an increased risk of birth defects in babies of women who had an increased body temperature during the first trimester of pregnancy.
According to the Organization of Teratology Information Services (OTIS), a body temperature of 101º F and above can raise concerns during pregnancy. Some studies have shown an increased risk of birth defects in babies of women who had an increased body temperature during the first trimester of pregnancy.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) states that becoming overheated in a hot tub is not recommended during pregnancy. ACOG also recommends that pregnant women never let their core body temperature rise above 102.2º F.
Although the specific degree differs, both OTIS and ACOG attest to the concern related to hot tub use during pregnancy.
Hot tubs are often factory programmed to maintain a water temperature of approximately 104º F. It takes only 10-20 minutes in a hot tub to raise your body temperature to 102º F or higher. To maintain a steady temperature, water is circulated and re-circulated through the hot tub to pump out cold water and pump in hot water.
2007-02-14 07:46:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
My brother and sister in law had a hot tub where
they were staying and was told NOT to go in the
hottub if she should be pregnant. Although I do
not know the reason for this obviously there must
be one so I would not risk it.
A gentle swim won,t hurt though.
I would think the biggest risk would be when you
are a lot heavier and you could slip while getting out!!
Enjoy your pregnancy. (You could always ask the doc)
2007-02-14 07:44:28 · answer #9 · answered by Minxy 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I have heard that the risk is that your body temperature will go up, raising the baby's body temperature, too. Since your baby is so small, a temperature change like that could be harmful, even though it isn't harmful to you personally. I would think that it would be okay until you are warm (although this would only be for a minute or two), but I'm not sure, either. I would definitely ask your ob-gyn to be certain. The risks are far too great to chance it.
2007-02-14 07:40:19 · answer #10 · answered by calliope_13731 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋