For some pregnant women, hitting the beach may seem to be a ridiculous idea. Showing off that baby bump at the beach may not be an idea that other pregnant woman may entertain, but, what is even far more interesting is the idea of getting a tan while pregnant. For those women who are willing to add more glory to the pregnancy glow they have through tanning beds, they may have to put the idea on hold for now and wait for the little baby to be born. The use of tanning chemicals and tanning beds while in pregnancy is not really advisable according to medical experts. The risk of getting on a tanning bed may cause the mother’s body to overheat and cause hyperthermia which in turn causes spinal deformities in babies.

Despite the fact that there are not enough studies to prove any harmful connections between tanning and pregnancy, doctors advise caution and always prioritize both the health of the mother and the child. Anything that can possibly put their health at risk is a big no-no. However, when it comes to tanning lotions, the good news can possibly turn your beach ideas around. Not much is said about the use of tanning lotions during pregnancy but surprisingly, there are self-tanners which are safe to use during this sensitive period. A tanning bed lotion with DHA or Dihydroxyacetone is a non-toxic, three-carbon sugar that cannot pose any harm to the baby. DHA only interacts with dead skin cells to produce melanoidin and is not absorbed by the bloodstream. It is one ingredient that is deemed to be perfectly safe by the Food and Drug Administration for skin use. The lotions or sprays used in tanning usually just dye the surface of a pregnant woman’s skin which makes them completely harmless to a developing fetus.

With the use of a tanning bed lotion, women who are in the later stages of pregnancy may find wonders in this product because it can help hide uneven skin and stretch marks. It also helps give additional glow and keeps the skin look always refreshed. While the baby bump that keeps you out of the radiant sun for months, you can now always stay tanned and beautiful for as long as you like with self-tanning products. A safe tanning lotion will serve as your best friend and will put a little more glow during your pregnancy.