What should I know about hot baths and pregnancy?

Answer by  XjoshhyX (132)

During pregnancy a hot bath can be very good as a method to induce labor. Just know that using the hot bath method is not to use a scolding hot bath, but a warm bath. This helps the muscles in your pelvis relax and can cause labor to begin.

Answer by  concerned (8)

Hot baths may place a strain on your heart and lead to dehydration through excessive sweating. The heat may also aggravate pre-existing health problems and potentially lead to miscarriage.

Answer by  aearthdragon (471)

Well, just that you should be careful. In water the body is not as good at regulating temperture. You can get too hot and with enough heat potentially harm the body.

Answer by  dr84bhl (2789)

No one should have a bath that is too hot. Hot water causes veins in the legs. The water should just be warm. Also if you are tired a too hot bath can make you drowsy.