Can I get my nails done when I知 pregnant?

Manicures and pedicures are great ways to relax. But they may not be the best choice for pampering yourself while pregnant. Your nails may change a lot during your pregnancy:

• They may grow faster.
• They may be thicker and stronger.
• They may split and break more easily.

If your nails split a lot, keep them neatly trimmed. Avoid nail polish and nail polish remover. Your skin can absorb the strong chemicals in these products, and you can breathe them in. If the smell of polish and remover is strong in your salon or spa, it's probably best not to spend too much time there while you're pregnant.

January 2007