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Using Household Chemicals During Pregnancy

Medically reviewed by: Elana Pearl Ben-Joseph, MD

Is it Safe to Use Household Chemicals During Pregnancy?

Some household cleaners and chemicals are safe to use during pregnancy while others are not. Chemicals like ammonia and chlorine might cause nausea because of the smell, but they're not toxic, says the March of Dimes. Others — such as some paints, paint thinners, oven cleaners, varnish removers, air fresheners, aerosols, carpet cleaners, etc. — might be hazardous.