I need to know if it is okay to tan in a tanning bed if a person is 7 weeks pregnant?

Answer 1

is okay for the pregnancy. BUT...you may end up with what is called "the mask of pregnancy" which is worse due to uv exposure.

Answer 2

At this time there are no studies on the effects of tanning beds on the unborn child, so anything you hear is nothing but myths. The UV light used in tanning beds do not reach the child, therefore your baby is not at risk.

During the first trimester your doctor will advise you not to do anything that will raise your body's temperature, such as hot tubs, saunas, and tanning beds. But, it may be okay to have 10 -15 minute sessions while lying on your side or standing in a tanning booth, to prevent your blood flow from being restricted.

The most important thing to remember is to stay cool and drink plenty of fluids. Your skin during pregnancy is also sensitive to burning, so you should start with short sessions until your body is tanned. Pregnancy and tanning beds is no more harmful to your child than lying in the sun. Just use common sense and make sure you are comfortable. It's always best to go with the motto, if you think it's not worth the risk. then don't do it!

Answer 3

Question: Is it safe to use self-tanning lotions or tanning beds during pregnancy?

Answer: If you're not feeling attractive during your pregnancy, the look of sun-kissed skin that a self-tanner provides can do wonders for your self-esteem. The good news is that the ingredients in self-tanners are harmless, so it's fine to use them during pregnancy. These lotions and sprays are basically dyes that stay on the surface of your skin and won't harm your developing baby. Best of all, self-tanners have improved dramatically during the last few years, so you don't have to worry about looking like an extra from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.

Tanning beds are a different story.
There's no conclusive evidence that they're harmful to a developing fetus, but there is plenty of proof that they're dangerous to you. Tanning beds pose the same dangers as the sun: They emit ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which causes skin cancer. Don't believe anyone who tells you that because tanning booths emit only UVA rays they're not hazardous to your health. One study suggests that visiting a tanning booth ten times in a year can double your chances of develop melanoma — one of the most deadly types of cancer. Melanoma is the only type of cancer that spreads to the placenta, and that could be disastrous for both you and your baby.

If the threat of developing skin cancer doesn't frighten you, consider the possibility that lying in a tanning booth can raise your body temperature to a level that may be hazardous to your baby, particularly during your first trimester. Having an elevated body temperature during pregnancy — that is, above 102 degrees F. (which can happen in a tanning bed, hot tub, or sauna) — has been associated with spinal malformations in developing babies. And then there's the concern that lying on your back too long might restrict blood to your heart and thus to your baby as well. You'll know when this happens because you'll feel lightheaded.

Finally, yet one more downside to tanning: Pregnant women with sensitive skin who expose themselves to ultraviolet rays (whether from tanning beds or the sun), may be more prone to chloasma, those dark skin splotches that can appear on the face and occasionally the arms during pregnancy.

Answer 4

If you are worried because you already did this and didn't know about the risks, speak to your doctor. I know a lady who had no idea that she was pregnant until after she had a major operation, had spent time in a tanning bed, and had been drinking. Her daughter is 4 years old now. Now that you know that you are pregnant, don't do it!

Answer 5

I'm sorry sweetie, but its NEVER ok to tan in a tanning bed. They cause skin cancer and in your older age if you use them to much now you'll be like a prune with nasty aging spots. I would suggest you using paint-tan. Don't do it at home if you don't know how or else it may look strip-y. go to a prffesional salon. You didn't say the general area of where you live, but I suggest you search 'city, state/country airbrush tanning salons' and see what it comes up with.

Answer 6

Due the fact that pregnant women burn much easier than non-pregnant women, I would suggest even limiting regular sun exposure. Most OBs agree that an expectant woman should refrain from activities that raise the body temp above 100, even a high fever is harmful and can cause spinal problems. There is not direct proof that the fake-n-bake WILL harm the baby, but why take the chance?

Answer 7

Nope - not okay at any point during your pregnancy. The temperature in those beds being one of the big reasons - the heat can cause serious birth defects.

If you want a tan look into getting one of those lotions that don't penetrate more than the first layer of skin.

Answer 8

Speaking from someone who has a 5 month old,i was going tanning cause i didn't know i was pregnant for the first 6 weeks.I asked the owner if its ging to hurt my unborn and he said no,that he has woman that continue tanning until their 4 months.Even though he said it was find i stopped going when i found out.Ask your doctor and the owner of the place.

Answer 9

They say if your doctor is against you tanning he is against anything! Just to inform you it is not the ultraviolet rays getting to the fetus they worry about, it is the fact that you could overheat yourself with that much exposure at once. I always used like the tanning mist instead! That is much up to you.

Answer 10

NOT OK!! they will not even do x-rays if you are pregnant because of the radiation, that means no no no to tanning beds.

Answer 11

No dont if u want a tan just go tan only alittle in the sun....