Tanning in the first weeks of pregnancy?

Question

Im not sure yet but I may be pregnant. Is it okay to go tanning? It would be only the first week or two of being pregnant so will it really do anything?

and if you could find articles about this that would be really great! thanks

yes a tanning salon.

Answer 1

There is no reason to take the chance by tanning. Most likely you and the baby would be fine, but there is a chance that you could hurt the baby. Your basil body temperature rises when you are pregnant, and the extra amount of heat from tanning could cause you to miscarry. Furthermore, the UVA and UVB rays could penetrate to the fetus and could potentially hurt the baby.

It's not worth the risk just to be tan!

Answer 2

There is some controversy on the subject of Tanning Salons and their use during pregnancy. Many physicians recommend against using them, while others recommend they be used with caution. There are several things to consider when addressing this question.

First, there is little scientific evidence that indicates “rays” of a tanning bed are harmful to the baby. However, the extreme heat of the tanning bed may be harmful to the baby or you, particularly in the last trimester. This is not only true of tanning beds but of general exposure to the sun during pregnancy.

Second, many municipalities and other local governments have passed laws against tanning while you are pregnant. While you may or may not agree with such laws, you should make an effort be aware of them. Also, many tanning salons will not take clients who are pregnant, for reasons of liability.

Finally, you should consult with your physician before attempting to tan, whether it is in a tanning bed or in the sun. Your physician may be able to identify concerns that are specific to your case, and make a recommendation one way or another.

It is probably better in the case of tanning salons and tanning in general to err on the side of caution. As one physician put it, “If you could go for 9 months without a tan when you were in the womb, you can go without for the time your child is in the womb.”

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

I wouldn't, but that's up to you. So many women do not realize as early as you that they are pregnant and do many other things that could be even more harmful. But, since you do suspect pregnancy stay out of the sun. I'm 35 weeks pregnant and love the sun! I had to suck it up...for the baby's sake. What I did do and have heard that it is safe is spray tanning and I use sunless tanning lotion. Good Luck!

Answer 5

The first weeks are the most important to NOT go into a tanning bed. My dr says when your core body temperature is raised that much, it can do brain damage to your baby. So they recommend to not go tanning. I wouldnt, just better to be safe than sorry ya know?

Answer 6

The radiation itself wouldn't hurt an embryo, but not a great idea either - overheating is dangerous at any time in pregnancy, but especially in the very beginning. Since it is pretty hot in a tanning bed, I probably wouldn't. Hot baths and hottubs are out for the same reason.

Overheating & fevers are linked to miscarriage and fetal defects.

Answer 7

Tanning Cooks you from the inside out!! NO WAY don't do this!

http://www.amazingpregnancy.com/pregnancy-articles/10.html

Answer 8

I WISH WOMEN WOULD GO LEARN ABOUT PREGNANCY THE FIRST TWO WEEKS OF PREGNANCY YOU ARENT PREGNANT WEEK ONE IS YOUR LAST PERIOD. WEEK TWO NEAR THE END IS OVULATION. WEEK THREE IS IMPLANTATION TIME WEEK FOUR YOUR PERIOD IS DUE BUT DOESNT COME

with that said tanning is not healthy and shouldnt be done it actually raises your chances of cancer. no tanning at any point in pregnancy is stupid and dangerous. you could kill your baby the radiation in those beds would fry your child dont go dont be shallow and vain lay out by pool its way safer

Answer 9

I wouldn't fake bake. It tends to increase your core temperature too much. If your just talking about being outside no big deal.

If you are pregnant, no better time than now to start taking good care of yourself and your new baby.

If you are prenant, May God bless you with a pleasant pregnancy and a forgetful delivery.

Answer 10

use should really try using tanning lotions or spray tans they are much safer the heat from a tanning bed can harm your baby's growth and development process