Baths

AuntieCre5 · February 2016

Usually taking a bath is not my thing. But today nothing sounds better. Get some amazing bath salts and just soak. Any suggestions on good bath salts while pregnant? Are they safe to use? How hot to too hot for the water to be?

sarawifenow · February 2016

I'm not sure about bath salts. I have heard conflicting things on them. I would call your Dr on that one really quick.

As far as the temperature. I was told that if the water is too hot for you to put your foot in without having to ease it in, then it is too hot to sit in. Also, if the water starts to turn your skin pink, then it is too hot. The good thing about baths, is the water cools gradually, so you can stay in them longer/have them a bit warmer than you could with a shower.

AuntieCre5 · February 2016

Yeah I googled the whole bath salt thing and didn't get a straight answer. That's why figured I'd posted here see y'all had heard any different. Lol

slfezz · February 2016

Instead of bath salts you could just go with a nice bubble bath. There isn't so much controversy with them (at least that I know about). I've been taking bubble baths most of this pregnancy.

For temp, I just make sure it's not so hot I start sweating. I also don't have a soaker tub, just a normal style so my belly is out of the water most of the time anyway which helps keep me cooler overall.

kp90 · February 2016

Maybe skip the salts and just use bubble bath. That's my go to for stress and pain relief. I take a bath about 2 nights a week when I don't feel like standing in the shower.

JoMunson · March 2016

If you use essential oils- they're amazing in a bath!
i asked my midwife about the temp and she said if you start feeling too hot, pop your feet out. That'll cool you down!

Charla1224 · March 2016

This thread inspired me to take a bath as the water filled I ran around looking for my lavender oils and body scrub. Of course my husband took this as the perfect time to drop a load and stink up the bathroom. Asshole! There goes my relaxing bath... At least for a while.

mello13 · March 2016

I take baths multiple times a week! Seriously helps with the back pain! I suggest either some great bubbles or if you have a LUSH near you go there!! I'm a huge fan of the bath bombs and bath melts. They are heaven!!

dsmith211 · March 2016

Reading this makes me really want a bath now. I think I might just pick up some bubble bath on the way home tomorrow.

lalala2004 · March 2016

I use Epsom salts. I assumed the "do not use while pregnant" was for the laxative purpose. Given, I'm not taking frequent baths with Epson Salt.

AuntieCre5 · March 2016

Thanks ladies. I'm getting my tub extra clean and ready for a bubble bath tomorrow night!! Can't wait!

MsIan · March 2016

I use Epsom salts scented with lavender. It's wonderful. Actually, I'm Epsom-salting it up right now!

onislandtime · March 2016

I asked my dr about Epsom salts at my last apt. We are moving this weekend into our new house and I will finally have a soaking tub, so I was looking forward to baths! He said Epsom salts were fine as long as I didn't ingest them. Enjoy!

saladflambe · March 2016

I use salts

and bath fizzies...and bubble bath

Chappy_jr · March 2016

I take hot baths with epsom salts and lavendar oil every few nights - especially when Braxton Hicks or back pain is bad. Enjoy your baths ... it really is one of the few luxuries we have right now!

Dasha420 · March 2016

I just got out of a bath!!

I would stay away from salts - err on the side of caution. Some bubble bath soap would be good.
Keep the water warm on the cooler side. You don't want anything other than your body to cook your little bun.
The first time I took a bubble bath during my pregnancy, I freaked out because I thought I would drown her and then quickly realized that it was not going to happen. Haha. Spaz moment

Anyway, keep the temp cool and enjoy.

wsgjmw1 · March 2016

I take baths every weekend. My aunt works for Do Terra Essential Oils and she sent me eucalyptus, mint and lavender oils - which are amazing. I also light a candle and dim the lights. This is a good time to meditate and loosen up. I have noticed that taking the bath right before bed helps me unwind and relax (since I cannot have my evening wine!!!).

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