Is it safe to get a manicure???

[AshleyLee18]

I've heard several different sides to this but I haven't had the chance to ask my doctor about it yet. I want to go get a mani/pedi before my baby shower and my mother is telling me that I shouldn't do it because of the chemicals and I would hurt my baby. That made me feel terrible!:( but I see a lot of my prego friends have theirs done all the time and I'm so confused..Please help!

[Alkali13]

It is safe.  Make sure they salon is well-ventilated.  I haven't done research into UV gel manicures, personally.  I heard ONE person say that the UV light is a carcinogen, therefore you shouldn't be doing it during pregnancy, but every pregnancy resource I've consulted says there is nothing wrong with getting manicures and pedicures during pregnancy.

[secondandlastone0914]

It is safe to get a Mani/pedi while pregnant unless you are alergic to anything they use while doing one and if  just the smell bothers you you can always wear a mask like the ones people wear when mowing can be store bought only reason I have not had a mani /pedi done or even painted my nials is cause even wearing a mask the smells from nail salon bothers me same with nail polish and nail polish remover.

[destinies56]

I get mine done all the time as well. My doctor is always commenting on how cute my nails are and asked where I get them done. I'm sure if it was dangerous she would be telling me not to go.

[sprmom87]

I get my nails and toes done all the time. If the smell is too strong for you then I would recommend getting a mask to wear while you are there. I do not believe the chemicals can do any harm to you unless you drink them.