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Epsom Salts

katxattack1212katxattack1212 member
in May 2016 Moms
So...after soaking in who knows how many Epsom salt baths over 3 pregnancies...I see the new bag I bought says "Do not use if pregnant or diabetic". 

Uhhh....what? 
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Re: Epsom Salts

  • lizChesnutlizChesnut member
    Whoa what!?!?! I do this! Gotta be a mistake...?
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  • Dasha420Dasha420 member
    I think it's just a disclaimer. Other sites say to soak in the salts. There are cases in which it is frowned upon and should be discussed with a doctor. 
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  • lalala2004lalala2004 member
    The thing is Epsom salts can be used orally as a laxative. It's my understanding that it's saying to not do that. I've taken a few Epsom salt baths for soreness and I say go for it.
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  • vinerievinerie member
    I've been doing the baths, also. They feel so good!!
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    DS: Born 5-17-16 

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  • katxattack1212katxattack1212 member
    I'm pretty sure it's just one of those "you can't do this because you are pregnant" disclaimers. I Googled multiple things last night- not one pointed towards it being unsafe! 
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  • itsbrookejonesitsbrookejones member
    I specifically asked about this and the doctor said it's perfectly fine for baths! 
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  • AdorkablePixieAdorkablePixie member
    I think that just might mean don't drink it as a laxative. I've taken Epsom salt baths this pregnancy to help relieve back pain.

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  • mmemartinezmmemartinez member
    My midwife recommended them
    to me. You're fine! :)
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  • saraleigh2saraleigh2 member
    My OB and midwife also recommend Epsom salt baths to me as well. 
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