Staining a deck?

I’m 6 weeks pregnant. We desperately need to stain our deck, it’s smaller only about 200 square feet and a beautiful sunny fall day with a light breeze. So it would be plenty ventilated. Do you think I’m okay? Thoughts?

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Ka

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Hi! Professional painter here! You really should NOT be staining while pregnant!! Although since you'll be outside, if you do, please please wear a mask!

Ka

Kat • Oct 19, 2019
Please wear long pants and gloves as well if you decide to. The chemicals will soak through your skin.

Ka

Kat • Oct 19, 2019
But seriously. Please wear a respirator if you do.

Ka

Kat • Oct 19, 2019
Also, please use a roller and stick instead of a brush so you're farther away from the fumes.

Pr

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I wouldn’t

An

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I actually asked my Dr about a similar situation as I could not put off a remodel for months. I was told to wear a mask and make sure to have a ton of ventilation so a deck should be fine. Also take breaks and don't over exert yourself. I remodeled in my third trimester so exhaustion was a big factor in what I could do.