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Hot water...
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I know about the danger of overheating when pregnant because it shunts blood away from the uterus to the skin for cooling purposes. But I'm finding it really cold at night and the only thing that warms me up is a hot shower. How bad is it to shower in pretty hot water for 4-5 minutes a night? Can you hurt the baby in that short a period of time? L.A. |
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L.A. wrote:
Hi all... I know about the danger of overheating when pregnant because it shunts blood away from the uterus to the skin for cooling purposes. But I'm finding it really cold at night and the only thing that warms me up is a hot shower. How bad is it to shower in pretty hot water for 4-5 minutes a night? Can you hurt the baby in that short a period of time? L.A. Unless you were scalding yourself I really think your baby will be fine. The problem with heat is more with increasing your core body temp e.g. in a sauna or hot tub for an extended period of time. A regular (hot) bath or hot shower is fine. I say enjoy your shower, put some warm bedclothes on, snuggle up and sleep well. Mary Ann |
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Mary Ann Tuli wrote: L.A. wrote: Hi all... I know about the danger of overheating when pregnant because it shunts blood away from the uterus to the skin for cooling purposes. But I'm finding it really cold at night and the only thing that warms me up is a hot shower. How bad is it to shower in pretty hot water for 4-5 minutes a night? Can you hurt the baby in that short a period of time? L.A. Unless you were scalding yourself I really think your baby will be fine. The problem with heat is more with increasing your core body temp e.g. in a sauna or hot tub for an extended period of time. A regular (hot) bath or hot shower is fine. I say enjoy your shower, put some warm bedclothes on, snuggle up and sleep well. Mary Ann I also go in the hot tub in our building from time to time. It isn't any hotter than a bath (some hot tubs are *really* hot but this one isn't) and I only submerge up to my waist. I don't stay in for very long. It's the worst of ironies that one of the best things for hip/pelvic pain (for me, anyway) is on the "don't do this!" list! I certainly wouldn't shy away from having a hot shower, especially for such a short time. Melania Mom to Joffre (Jan 11, 2003) and #2 (edd May 21, 2005) |
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Nope. If it's comfortable for you, it's fine for the baby. It's hot tubs
and jacuzzi's that you need to worry about -- you know the kind, where after sitting in them for 15-20 minutes, you have to get out and sit on the edge and cool off? That is too hot. A comfortably hot bath or shower is just fine. -- Jamie Earth Angels: Taylor Marlys, 1/3/03 -- Little Miss Manners, who says, "No skank you" and "Tank you very much, momma." Addison Grace, 9/30/04 -- The Prodigy, who can now roll over, and pull herself to standing while holding onto someone's fingers! Check out the family! -- www.MyFamily.com, User ID: Clarkguest1, Password: Guest Become a member for free - go to Add Member to set up your own User ID and Password "L.A." wrote in message om... Hi all... I know about the danger of overheating when pregnant because it shunts blood away from the uterus to the skin for cooling purposes. But I'm finding it really cold at night and the only thing that warms me up is a hot shower. How bad is it to shower in pretty hot water for 4-5 minutes a night? Can you hurt the baby in that short a period of time? L.A. |
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On Thu, 03 Mar 2005 07:48:10 -0800, L.A. wrote:
Hi all... I know about the danger of overheating when pregnant because it shunts blood away from the uterus to the skin for cooling purposes. But I'm finding it really cold at night and the only thing that warms me up is a hot shower. How bad is it to shower in pretty hot water for 4-5 minutes a night? Can you hurt the baby in that short a period of time? Hot showers are fine at any time during pregnancy. Baths are a problem in the first trimester only (up to 12-14 weeks LMP), since they can raise your core temperature, like when you have a fever. This is what is dangerous to the baby. Same goes for saunas. I honestly have never heard from blood being diverted to the skin for cooling, but that may be my mistake. Here's what I read in my pregnancy book: as long as you feel OK, your babies are OK. If you feel lightheaded, that is because of a lack of bloodflow to your brain. That means it is very likely the babies are also getting less blood and you need to sit down and take it easy. -- -- I mommy to DS (July '02) mommy to four tiny angels (28 Oct'03, 17 Feb'04, 20 May'04 & 28 Oct'04) preggers with twins EDD August'05 guardian of DH (33) |
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On Thu, 03 Mar 2005 15:52:33 +0000, Mary Ann Tuli wrote:
... put some warm bedclothes on, snuggle up and sleep well. But avoid electric blankets for the same reason as you want to avoid hot tubs and jacuzzi's. Better to wear an extra pair of pyamas. -- -- I mommy to DS (July '02) mommy to four tiny angels (28 Oct'03, 17 Feb'04, 20 May'04 & 28 Oct'04) preggers with twins EDD August'05 guardian of DH (33) |
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L.A. writes:
: Hi all... : I know about the danger of overheating when pregnant because it shunts : blood away from the uterus to the skin for cooling purposes. But I'm : finding it really cold at night and the only thing that warms me up is : a hot shower. How bad is it to shower in pretty hot water for 4-5 : minutes a night? Can you hurt the baby in that short a period of : time? : L.A. The danger of overheating is staying in a hot tub that is 104 - 106 for long enough to raise your body temp. You are NOT going to do this in a hot shower. :-) Larry |
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"Ilse Witch" wrote in message news On Thu, 03 Mar 2005 15:52:33 +0000, Mary Ann Tuli wrote: ... put some warm bedclothes on, snuggle up and sleep well. But avoid electric blankets for the same reason as you want to avoid hot tubs and jacuzzi's. Better to wear an extra pair of pyamas. -- -- I mommy to DS (July '02) mommy to four tiny angels (28 Oct'03, 17 Feb'04, 20 May'04 & 28 Oct'04) preggers with twins EDD August'05 guardian of DH (33) Actually, one of the possible problems with electric blankets is the electromagnetic field it generates (as well as the increased body core temp). So, even putting the blanket on low can possibly be harmful. Electric heating pads cause the same problem, as well as the heaters in water beds. http://www.altered-states.co.nz/books/weakest.htm Amy ttc#1 |
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L.A. wrote:
Hi all... I know about the danger of overheating when pregnant because it shunts blood away from the uterus to the skin for cooling purposes. But I'm finding it really cold at night and the only thing that warms me up is a hot shower. How bad is it to shower in pretty hot water for 4-5 minutes a night? Can you hurt the baby in that short a period of time? L.A. I specifically asked about this (to the nurse at the OB's office). She said a shower is fine because there's skin/surface area away from the water which can radiate the heat, so your core temp doesn't go up. Emily |
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Great news! Thanks everyone...even after two babies, there are still
lots of niggly questions you come across. It's good to have a world of experts just a log-on away! L.A. Emily wrote in message ... L.A. wrote: Hi all... I know about the danger of overheating when pregnant because it shunts blood away from the uterus to the skin for cooling purposes. But I'm finding it really cold at night and the only thing that warms me up is a hot shower. How bad is it to shower in pretty hot water for 4-5 minutes a night? Can you hurt the baby in that short a period of time? L.A. I specifically asked about this (to the nurse at the OB's office). She said a shower is fine because there's skin/surface area away from the water which can radiate the heat, so your core temp doesn't go up. Emily |
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