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Early pregnancy and painting/decorating!

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morning all,

I hope you’re all ok! I am 5 weeks on Monday (still don’t believe it) and we have the decorators in doing a spare room (it’s been booked for ages!).

Im worrying about the paint fumes though and just wondered if you’d postpone, or I am just being dramatic?!

x

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hi Catlady, i have heard some paint fumes are bad but not sure if all are bad. Would definitely avoid white spirit and turps. But maybe if you avoid that room and keep house well ventilated you'll be ok? Or if it still smells bad, stay out as much as possible? In the past i phoned midwifes to ask about paints from an artist pov and they were helpful. So might be worth getting proffessional opinion. I do also look at the VOC labels and also avoid anything that smells strong. But im no expert. In any case, better to be safe than sorry. X

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DianeArnoldPartnerNurseFertility Network UK

Hi Catlady. It is most important to keep away from strong smells during IVF and fertilisation. Once pregnant, then just make sure the house is well ventilated and wear a mask if you feel more protected. I'm sure all will be well. Diane

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