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Is it Safe to Paint While Pregnant?

There are basically three categories of paint which pregnant women 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. The likelihood of paint toxicity depends on the chemicals and solvents found in the paint along with the amount of exposure.

Household Paint Use

The most common question related to pregnancy and paint exposure has to do with painting the new baby’s nursery or decorating the house before the baby arrives. Unfortunately, there are no studies that document the effects of household painting on pregnancy and the developing baby.
Currently, the assumption is that household painting involves very low levels of exposure. The recommendation is to avoid exposure to oil-based paints, leads, and mercury. You should minimize exposure to latex paints that contain ethylene glycol ethers and biocides. Ideally, you should get someone else to do the job for you.
Lead-based paint was commonly used prior to the 1970s, so pregnant women should avoid removing old paint because of the risk of lead exposure. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, exposure to lead paint increases the likelihood of lead poisoning and mental retardation. Scraping and sanding old paint should be completely avoided.
This puts higher concentrations of solvents and chemicals into the air to be inhaled. The recommendation is to have someone else do this part of the remodeling and ideally, remove yourself from the location until the project is complete.
If you are just too excited and you must paint the nursery, make sure you follow these guidelines to decrease the likelihood of paint exposure:

  • Protect your skin by wearing protective clothing that includes long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and gloves
  • Be certain that the room and house are well ventilated; open the windows and turn on fans
  • Limit the time you spend on the project; take breaks and move into the fresh air frequently
  • Keep your food and drinks away from the area so solvents and chemicals will not accidentally be consumed

Occupational or Industrial Paint

Occupational and industrial paint circumstances (ie… painting cars) warrant concern because of the consistency and level of exposure to paints and solvents. The largest concern is the use of spray paints due to the high quantity of mist created, which can potentially be inhaled. Protective clothing and effective ventilation can help reduce the level of exposure and the potential risk to the baby.

What about pregnancy and recreational use?

Recreational use of paints involves sniffing or inhaling paint solvents; this is harmful whether you are pregnant or not. Sniffing and inhaling paints provides high levels of exposure and increases the risk of harm to the baby, including miscarriage or a birth defect.

What if I have been exposed to paint already?

Currently, there are no studies that document harm to the baby during normal and incidental exposure to paint (i.e. painting a room). The only studies that note the potential for miscarriage and malformations have to do with the higher levels of exposure through recreational use (sniffing and inhaling regularly).
If you have been exposed to paint, rest assured that the likelihood of any problems is low. According to the FDA, today’s paints do not contain lead and are probably not dangerous. Let your health care provider know of any paint exposure and together you can discuss the potential risk.

What are the recommendations and precautions?

  • Avoiding paints and solvents is the safest course of action
  • Talk to your health care provider before beginning a painting project
  • Paint exposures during household painting are likely to have less exposure than occupational settings
  • Wear protective clothing, masks, and keep the area ventilated
  • Avoid latex paints that contain solvents such as ethylene glycol ethers and biocides
  • In general, watercolors, acrylic, and tempera paints are recommended over oil paints
  • Limit duration and frequency of your painting


Compiled using information from the following sources:
WebMD, https://www.webmd.com/
Mayo Clinic Guide To A Healthy Pregnancy Harms, Roger W. , M.D., et al, Introduction.
Illinois Teratogen Information Service
U.S. Food and Drug Administration, https://www.fda.gov/

Fumes, Risks of Birth Defects, More

You’re pregnant, nesting mode has set in big time, and you have a strong vision for just how you want that new nursery to look.

But you may have some reservations about picking up a paintbrush — and rightfully so. Breathing paint fumes isn’t great for anyone, let alone pregnant women.

While there are differing opinions, it’s generally deemed risky to paint while pregnant and not worth the potential birth defects to the baby. Let’s take a look at why — and some ways you may be able to minimize the risk and still get the nursery you want.

You may wonder if science really backs the idea that you shouldn’t be painting — or if people are just worried about falling off a ladder during the project.

There are obvious ethical issues when it comes to conducting research studies on pregnant people. But we do have some data to draw from.

In a 2017 study, researchers looked at rats that were exposed to too much toluene-based paint inhalation. The study revealed that prenatal exposure led to concerning results regarding spatial memory function in the rats’ offspring. These impairments continued to be an issue into adolescence.

While humans aren’t rats, this study suggests that paint inhalation may be a risk to the brain development of the baby, which can impact their childhood development as well.

A 2019 study concluded that home renovations were “significantly associated with male genital abnormality,” causing concern for women carrying baby boy fetuses. Researchers noted that the time frame in which babies are exposed to home renovations and the level of exposure does matter.

The same study discredits previous ideas about certain other birth abnormalities that were traditionally thought to be caused by paint fume inhalation, such as cleft palate.

We’ve all seen signs and labels warning us about lead in paint. Luckily, lead-based paints have been prohibited for decades, eliminating almost all risk of coming into contact with that as a hazard during pregnancy. However, traces of lead-based paints may be found in the home that you’re remodeling or working on.

Basically, painting a nursery with new paint is much different than stripping old paint from a house you’re flipping.

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can still be found in some paints, but you can usually pay a small amount more for an organic or VOC-free option. However, the Environmental Protection Agency warns that even paints marketed as VOC-free may, in fact, emit some VOCs — so proper ventilation is key.

In terms of types of paints:

  • Oil-based paints often contain harmful chemicals.
  • Acrylic paints are seen as somewhat safer than oil-based, but they can still possibly contain harmful chemicals.
  • Water-based paints are typically seen as safer than solvent-based and spray paints (which also have solvents in them).

So while some paints may be safer than others, your safest bet is to leave the house while someone else paints — and wait to return until the fumes are gone.

The first trimester is the most sensitive time, as key organs and body functions are being developed. So it’s best to get some help painting the nursery (or doing other projects) to be safe.

A 2012 study suggests congenital abnormalities in the renal and nervous systems of babies exposed during the first trimester to solvent-based paint.

Activities in the months leading up to conception may matter as well. One 2017 study found that paint odor exposure in the 6 months prior to conception can impact a baby’s birth weight and can increase the risk of macrosomia. However, It’s important to note that this is just a single study.

Continued exposure to paint over time is one of the main risk factors in the studies cited, and increased exposure naturally increases the risk to the baby.

If you’re in a job setting that may require dealing with paint, get more information about the type of paint and ask about getting reassigned to other tasks to be safe, especially during the first trimester.

Painting a nursery or completing other home improvement or art projects hasn’t been proven completely unsafe.

So if you’re painting during pregnancy, consider the following recommendations:

  • Paint in a well-ventilated space to minimize fume inhalation.
  • Open windows and doors and take frequent breaks.
  • Position a fan to help air out the room.
  • Avoid eating and drinking in the room being painted, as fumes can build up in items you consume.

Another potential risk associated with painting is using a ladder to reach higher surfaces, which can be dangerous for pregnant women who may experience less of an ability to balance than usual.

Consider waiting 2 days after a surface has dried to spend extensive periods of time in a freshly painted room, such as a bedroom or main room.

While you may have your heart set on painting the nursery that perfect hue all by yourself, it’s best to ask for help on this one.

While the research isn’t totally conclusive, some studies indicate risks, especially during the first trimester when the baby is still developing essential organs and systems.

If you’re planning to paint, pay attention to the age and type of paint, as well as the rest of the environment to minimize breathing paint fumes.

Use well-ventilated areas, avoid prolonged exposure, and carefully select your type of paint to minimize interacting with chemicals that haven’t been well-researched for use in pregnancy.

How to draw pregnant women step by step

Step 1. Here is a sketch of the three stages in each trimester when a girl or woman is pregnant. The number 1 labeled is what a woman will look like during the first three months of pregnancy. The second drawing is a picture of the second stage of pregnancy and as you can see there is a belly. This is what a woman looks like when they are four to six months pregnant. Finally, the third trimester is when the woman is in the last three months of her pregnancy. This is how they look when they are anywhere from seven to nine months pregnant. nine0003

Step 2 Here is a quick sketch of the three major changes a woman goes through when they are expecting a baby. Number one shows how their breasts grow bigger. The second number shows how the stomach tightens and becomes an almost perfect circle. Finally, the third major change that takes place in the female body is as the opening at the navel or the navel gets turned inside out from the distension of the stomach. Notice how the breasts seem to rest on the top of the pregnant woman's belly. If you want to draw a pregnant woman from the front, you must follow these three basic facts. nine0003

STEP 3 Now let's start the first step, start with a circle for the head, and then draw in a guide for the neck, and arch the back line. Next, draw in the torso.

STEP 4. You will now start drawing the side profile of this pregnant woman. Let's start sketching out the face which is just the nose, mouth, chin and the shape of the side lining, and then draw the neck, chest, breasts, and a big round belly. You should also add padding for the top of the thigh.

STEP 5. Here all you have to do is draw out the eyes, eyelashes and eyebrows. Also add a small slit for the mouth.

STEP 6. You are now ready to start drawing out her head, which is done in the form of a blown but simple hairstyle. Draw long bangs that cover her forehead and then on the sides of her hair, as well as the length of her hair. Lastly, draw on the shoulder.

STEP 7. It's time for us to start drawing more of her body. Ever since she's pregnant, though, I've been drawing a woman wither with her arms wrapped around her belly to be cute, motherly. So having said that, finish the drawing of her hands and brushes. When that is done draw the top of the bra she is wearing as well as the shoulder strap of the bra. Be sure to sketch in some definition arms as well. nine0003

STEP 8. All you have to do here is draw out the hand that is resting on the top of her abdomen and then draw out the inside out belly button hole.

Step 9. Draw the bottom of her arched back and then draw the butt, thighs and shins.

Step 10. Lastly, draw in the inner leg as you see here, and start erasing all the lines and shapes you drew in step one.

Step 11. See how motherly she looks. Now you can color in this female figure and if you are the person who requested this tutorial, I hope you enjoyed learning how to draw a pregnant woman. nine0003

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How to draw a pregnant girl step by step

  • Step 1

    Highlight the location where you will place the picture. Draw a sketch of the girl's body.

  • Step 2

    Draw the shape of the girl's body with a big belly. Carefully draw facial features.

  • Step 3

    Paint and shade the hair and other elements.

  • Step 4

    Carefully remove the excess with an eraser, and give the drawing itself a respectable look, add more shadows and volume. nine0003

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