油漆与孕妇的健康

According to American Pregnancy Association: There are basically three categories of paint which you could be exposed to: latex, oil, and enamel. The degree of toxicity during pregnancy is challenging to predict because there are currently no methods of measuring actual exposure. Unfortunately, there are no studies that document the effects of painting on pregnancy and the developing baby, even some evidence suggests that exposure to chemical solvents during pregnancy may increase your risk of having a baby with birth defects.

Experts suggest the pregnant women take the following precautions if you must be exposed to these chemicals:

1)Keep the windows open to avoid inhaling paint fumes, and make sure to wear a mask or ventilator to screen out harmful particles.(when I was painting Summer's nursing room, my wife wore a mask all the time!)

2)Wear gloves, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt to protect your skin.

3)Do not eat or drink when you feel the paint fumes to strong so you won't accidentally ingest any chemicals.