How do herbicides affect pregnancy?

How do herbicides affect pregnancy?

Exposure to pesticides could increase your chances of having a miscarriage, a baby with birth defects, or other problems. Some pesticides also may be able to pass into breast milk. Here, you can learn more about these chemicals and what you can do to reduce your exposure for a healthier pregnancy.

What pesticides can cause birth defects?

Atrazine linked to rare birth defect Syngenta’s atrazine is one of the most widely used herbicides in the U.S. today, applied mostly in corn fields. Back in 2009, researchers found that babies conceived during atrazine spray season are more likely to suffer a range of birth defects.

Is pest control bad for pregnancy?

The safest plan is to avoid using pesticides or insecticides in your home, on your pets, or in the garden during pregnancy. Especially avoid them during the first trimester when the baby’s neural tube and nervous system are developing.

What products are not safe during pregnancy?

Beauty Products and Skincare Ingredients to Avoid While Pregnant

• Retin-A, Retinol and Retinyl Palmitate. These vitamin A derivatives and others can lead to dangerous birth defects.
• Tazorac and Accutane.
• Benzoyl Peroxide and Salicylic acids.
• Essential Oils.
• Hydroquinone.
• Aluminum chloride.
• Formaldehyde.
• Chemical Sunscreens.

What chemicals are bad for pregnancy?

Chemicals to avoid when you’re pregnant or breastfeeding

• Pesticides and herbicides. Some pesticides (bug killers) and herbicides (weed killers) are known to affect developing and newborn babies.
• Cleaning products.
• Paint.
• Mosquito repellent.
• Mercury.
• Arsenic-treated timber.
• Nail polish.
• Paint and lead-based products.

Is it safe to have your house sprayed for bugs while pregnant?

Does fertilizer cause birth defects?

Fortunately, exposure to chemical fertilizers has not been linked to birth defects or pregnancy complications. Compost and other natural fertilizers, which may contain animal manure or bone meal, should also be handled with care.

Can DEET cause birth defects?

Based on the available animal and human studies, it appears that exposure to DEET does not greatly increase the chance for birth defects. Could using DEET in the second or third trimester of pregnancy cause other pregnancy complications or long-term problems for the baby? Unlikely.

What bug spray is safe for pregnancy?

All of the following are considered safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women to use: DEET, the most effective type of spray against mosquitoes. Picaridin, a common alternative to DEET known as KBR 3023 and icaridin outside of the U.S. IR3535.

Is pest control bad for pregnant?

Pesticides and herbicides Usually pesticides used in the home and for professional pest treatments are safe. But it’s a good idea to avoid them as much as possible while you are pregnant. Ask someone else, like a licensed pest control professional, to do the treatment for you.