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is there any reason why i can't sunbath????

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diddle · 04/05/2006 14:30

I am 35 wks pregnant and just wanted to check if there was any reason why me and bump can't sunbath this afternoon. will my skin be too sensitive or anything??

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Iklboo · 04/05/2006 14:32

It could be but I think as long as you use a really high SF suncream you should be OK. But you're also prone to overheating, dehydration & heatstroke much quicker when you're pregnant so make sure you have plenty of drinks too. A little sun should be OK but be careful

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Marina · 04/05/2006 14:47

Some pregnant women are more at risk of getting something called chloasma - which basically means your face doesn't tan evenly. It's not dangerous but you can end up looking a bit peculiar - its other name is "Mask of Pregnancy" because the cheeks and upper lip tan most.
I got it a bit with dd (born at the end of a month-long heatwave) and I felt I looked a bit silly.
Make sure you slap on the Factor 30 all over your face and neck and enjoy.

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diddle · 04/05/2006 14:53

fab thank you will, make sure i plaster cream on and take my water out in the garden with me. might just read my book for half an hour and see how i am.