Tattoo ~ what to do?

mariainfalvi · June 2011

Ok... weird question. My close cousins and I have decided to get a tattoo together. I have never gotten a tattoo before...but I want to get this with my cousins. Does anyone know if risks of tattoos and trying to conceive. I should ovulate in 1.5 weeks...

Let me know

PandaManda23 · June 2011

go get the tattoo...it will have no effect...just make sure the needle is clean

Moose2000 · June 2011

I *think* you should be fine while TTC, but definitely not when actually pregnant due to the risk of infection. No matter when you get a tattoo, always make sure you go to a reputable place that is clean and sterilized.

You could also call your doctor/nurse and ask. Good luck, and post pics!!

DChunt09 · June 2011

Edit**

I read that wrong. I was going to ask something similar. I wanted to know what the risks would be getting a tattoo in your 2ww. Probably not a good idea, but there are some many different opinions out there.

theandersons09 · June 2011

I have 3 tattoos so I know about the risks. There is a chance of contracting some diseases from tattoos, such as Hepatitis and more. Plus, it is a needle popping in and out of your skin, so there is the chance of infection during healing. So just on the off chance, no matter how clean the place is, I'd wait after getting the tattoo to conceive to make sure you don't get any infections or complications. Make sure they don't reuse needles, make sure they keep everything sterile, and if its a good tattoo shop, they'll let you come in and tour the place and answer your questions, too! Good luck and enjoy! I love my tattoos, but it is certainly something to think about seriously in regards to possible complications!

theandersons09 · June 2011

I also just had a really weird dream last night that I got a tattoo on my arm that said "Baby inside!" It was sooo weird. I woke up and looked at my arms and thought "Phew!!"