Can I have my nails paint for birth?

[Caribu]

Hello! Does anyone know if I’m allowed to have my nails with gel varnish? I’m planning to get ready for the birth (waxing, mani and pedi) but I’m not sure what I can do

[Franco81]

Oh I’ve just booked in the same! Having a mani, pedi and waxing next week to feel a little bit ready! Didn’t even think I might not be allowed!

I’d be interested to see what others say x

[pinkie93]

I've always been told not to wear it in hospital because it can interfere with oxygen saturation readings.

[Cookie_92]

Hello, on all my paperwork for surgery following my missed miscarriage, the paperwork stated no nail varnish including gels etc. It might be different for birth? xx

[zoe_c22]

I had gel nails only on my finger tip and I had a c-section. The anesthist didn’t make me remove any as she said it was fine as they could get a saturation reading clearly and if not they would use my toe.

[Lisaworthy1981]

I got told no, but I was booked in for a planned c section xx

[EstherBP]

I had Gel on my nails and toes when I gave birth last week, I asked the midwife prior and she told me it wouldn’t be a problem during the antenatal class.

Maybe worth checking with your hospital and their policy. Perhaps getting just your hands done and leaving toes empty x

[Sharnhazzis]

Iv had 2 births and 1 csection thay will allow u to where if the baby is full term but if the baby goes into neonatal thay don't like u wareing them as of the bacteria under the nail