Originally Posted by
heidismommy
hey im almost 27 weeks preg and i have been told different stores about dieing my hair while im preg. i was wondering if it would hurt my daughter?
You have been told different things because there are many different opinions on the topic. There are no conclusive studies one way or the other, and even doctors/midwives will vary in opinions. So women are left to make their own decision with what they are comfortable with.
The concern is the chemicals used and what effect there may or may not be through absorption or inhalation. To limit the concern, many feel it is best to use a formula that does not contain ammonia, leave the product on for the least amount of time necessary, stretch out the number of weeks between applications as much as possible, and of course use in a well ventilated area.
Plenty of women choose to dye their hair, others prefer not to take any possible chance, and just wait until after baby is born.