Heating pad?!

Question

I’ve been using a heating pad every day since finding out i was pregnant unaware that you’re actually not supposed to do so. However this has genuinely been my only source of relief for the cramps that I’ve been having. Has anyone heard of anything bad happening after using a heating pad during the first trimester?
*First pregnancy after my MC, trying to take every precaution necessary*

Answer

My doctor said it's fine ! Just don't fall asleep with it. My heating pad has 3 settings. Just not supposed to use the high * setting. Even though sometimes I still do 😩😩 I'm 36 weeks now. And everything is perfect. I've been using it my whole pregnancy on my tummy and my back. It's the only thing that helps.

Answer

I use it occasionally for my back aches at bedtime, and the way I can kinda see it, If I don't feel hot while using it, sweating, feeling warm or overheated. Because you know when your body temperature is high. Then it shouldn't do any harm. My doctor said 15 minute intervals though. I just go with what I feel my body says is best. And I use it until I feel I'm getting too warm and then turn it off. But I don't use it everyday either.

Answer

Totally off topic since Im not sure about the heating pad either but how far along are you ? I need a buddy to discuss symptoms with. Also My first pregnancy since my MC in October.

Answer

I wouldn’t use it too long. Raising your body temperature isn’t good for baby.

Heating pad?!

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