In the cold winter, people like to use electric blankets to keep warm. Can pregnant women use electric blankets? Will electric blankets affect the development of the fetus?
Pregnant women, especially those who are sensitive to cold and heat, often use electric blankets to keep warm in winter. However, when the electric blanket is plugged in, it will generate an electromagnetic field around it, which may affect the development of the fetus.
Moreover, the higher the temperature and the longer the usage time of the electric blanket, the greater the impact on the fetus.
The effects of electric blankets on pregnant women include headaches, dizziness, memory loss, lack of concentration, depression, irritability, skin aging, difficulty breathing, and back pain.
Currently, there are two types of electric blankets available on the market: one uses metal wires for heating, and the other uses water circulation for heating.
Relatively speaking, the water circulation type of electric blanket has higher safety performance, and it is recommended for pregnant women to choose this type. However, regardless of which type of electric blanket, attention should be paid to the method of use to avoid accidents.
In fact, there are other heating tools besides electric blankets. For example, hot water bottles are a good tool for warming the bed, which is both convenient and safe, and more suitable for pregnant women to use.
If the indoor temperature is too low, air conditioning can be used to raise the room temperature. As long as the room temperature rises, the bed will not feel cold anymore.
