{"id":6802,"date":"2023-08-23T21:14:16","date_gmt":"2023-08-23T14:14:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=6802"},"modified":"2023-08-23T21:14:16","modified_gmt":"2023-08-23T14:14:16","slug":"botox-while-pregnant-heres-what-doctors-say","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=6802","title":{"rendered":"Botox While Pregnant? Here&#8217;s What Doctors Say"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"drop-cap text-big text-gray\"> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">F<\/span>inding out you&#8217;re pregnant can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/most-common-pregnancy-questions-answered-by-maternal-health-experts\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/most-common-pregnancy-questions-answered-by-maternal-health-experts\/\">come with a slew of questions<\/a> ( and fears!). Can I drink wine? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/drinking-alcohol-when-pregnant-conceiving\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/drinking-alcohol-when-pregnant-conceiving\/\">Experts say it\u2019s complicated<\/a>. What about caffeine? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/prenatal-nutrition-food-guide-from-maternal-health-experts\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/prenatal-nutrition-food-guide-from-maternal-health-experts\/\">A cup a day is a-okay<\/a>. Can I sleep on my stomach? <a href=\"https:\/\/health.osu.edu\/health\/womens-health\/should-pregnant-women-avoid-sleeping-on-their-backs#:~:text=Generally%2C%20sleeping%20on%20your%20stomach,it's%20also%20for%20safety%20reasons.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/health.osu.edu\/health\/womens-health\/should-pregnant-women-avoid-sleeping-on-their-backs#:~:text=Generally%2C%20sleeping%20on%20your%20stomach,it's%20also%20for%20safety%20reasons.\">Doctors recommend sleeping on your side<\/a>, especially after 20 weeks. Do I need to stop exercising? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/maternity-fitness-industry\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/maternity-fitness-industry\/\">Exercise is actually really great for you and baby<\/a>, just don\u2019t over do it. Can you get botox while pregnant? Probably not.<\/div>\n<p>A neurotoxin, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/what-to-expect-when-you-get-botox\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/what-to-expect-when-you-get-botox\/\">Botox<\/a>, as well as its substitutes Dysport, Xeomin, and Jeuveau, have gained mass popularity as quick, in-office treatments that can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/how-to-make-botox-last-longer\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/how-to-make-botox-last-longer\/\">temporarily freeze muscles<\/a> in the face smoothing the look of fine lines and wrinkles. More recently Botox has been used to prevent underarm sweating, neck spasms, lazy eye, and chronic headaches. But even with more and more people finding the injections to be a solution, not just for cosmetic, but also medical needs, experts warn it\u2019s impossible to say that there are absolutely zero risks associated with it. That\u2019s where the question of getting botox while pregnant comes into play.<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<div class=\"experts-in-article noskim py-[24px] px-[40px]\">\n<p>Experts In This Article<\/p>\n<ul class=\"!ml-[18px]\">\n<li> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-1104781%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fproovtest.com%252Fpages%252Fabout-proov&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbotox-while-pregnant%2F&amp;event_type=click\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/proovtest.com\/pages\/about-proov\">Amy Beckley, PhD<\/a>, Amy Beckley, PhD, is an infertility specialist, CEO, and founder at <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-493609%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fproovtest.com%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbotox-while-pregnant%2F&amp;event_type=click\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/proovtest.com\/\">Proov<\/a>.\u00a0 <\/li>\n<li> <a href=\"https:\/\/irasavetskymd.com\/\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/irasavetskymd.com\/\">Ira Savetsky, MD<\/a>, Ira Savetsky, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon.\u00a0 <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<hr\/>\n<h2>Why it\u2019s unsafe to get botox while pregnant?<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to any drug use during pregnancy, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/labeling-information-drug-products\/pregnancy-and-lactation-labeling-drugs-final-rule\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/labeling-information-drug-products\/pregnancy-and-lactation-labeling-drugs-final-rule\">the FDA has set categories<\/a> that are broken down by letter. The categories range from A, which are safe to use, to X, which are potentially fatal.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAccording to the FDA, Botox falls under category C for use during pregnancy,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/irasavetskymd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/irasavetskymd.com\/\">Ira Savetsky<\/a>, MD, a board-certified plastic surgeon. \u201cThis classification indicates a lack of substantial studies demonstrating its safety during pregnancy. Therefore, Botox use during pregnancy is not recommended due to limited research on its effects on unborn babies.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content \" style=\"\" data-module-init=\"related-content\" data-module-immediate=\"\" v-cloak=\"\">\n<div class=\"related-content__wrapper \" v-cloak=\"\" :class=\"{'is-loaded':isLoaded}\">\n<p> <span class=\"inline pr-6 text-seafoam-dark\">Related Stories<\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <related-content class=\"related-content__links\" parent-article-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/botox-while-pregnant\/\" current-title=\"Thinking of Getting Botox While Pregnant? Here\u2019s What Doctors Want You To Know\" current-image=\"IMG_2023-08-22-100612-425x285.jpg\" v-on:parsely-posts-loaded=\"onPostsLoaded\" start-date=\"2023-02-23\" tag=\"div\" inline-template=\"\" url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/botox-while-pregnant\/\" secret=\"w5ztterVB03LGZJLfXS0hf3EvQBuFFIWew9hmVQxthU\" apikey=\"wellandgood.com\" limit=\"3\"> <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"related-content__card mb-[10px] sm:mb-[20px]\" :class=\"{'related-content__card--full':posts.length === 1}\" v-for=\"(post, key) in posts\"> <a v-on:click.prevent=\"trackLinkGA($event, key)\" :href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/botox-while-pregnant\/post.url\" data-url-source=\"related-content\" class=\"related-content__link\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content__card--image bg-tan\" :style=\"{ backgroundImage: 'url(' + post.image_url + ')' }\"> <img :src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/botox-while-pregnant\/post.image_url\" :alt=\"post.title\"\/> <\/div>\n<p> <\/a>  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <\/related-content> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>And because a person\u2019s body changes drastically during pregnancy, including hormone fluctuations and skin changes, lip fillers and elective surgeries like facial plastic surgery are also not recommended at all during pregnancy, according to Dr. Savetsky. Continuing or starting any treatments may lead to unwanted results.<\/p>\n<h2>Is Botox safe if you\u2019re trying to get pregnant?<\/h2>\n<p>Because the full impact of Botox on the reproductive system remains unclear, experts recommend stopping treatments as soon as you receive a positive pregnancy test.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is no need to stop prior to that since the Botox toxin leaves the circulatory system within a few hours after the injection,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-1104781%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fproovtest.com%252Fpages%252Fabout-proov&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbotox-while-pregnant%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/proovtest.com\/pages\/about-proov\">Amy Beckley<\/a>, PhD, infertility specialist, CEO, and founder at <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-493609%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fproovtest.com%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbotox-while-pregnant%2F&amp;event_type=click\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/proovtest.com\/\">Proov<\/a>. \u201cSo getting injected the day before a positive pregnancy test poses very, very little risk to the woman&#8217;s pregnancy.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In cases where there\u2019s a significant chance of pregnancy before it\u2019s detectable, such as during a late period or an IVF cycle, experts advise to postpone any Botox treatments until you can confirm you\u2019re not pregnant.<\/p>\n<h2>Is Botox safe to use postpartum or while breastfeeding?<\/h2>\n<p>If you just can\u2019t wait to get back in for your first Botox appointment postpartum, there may be some good news for you. If breastfeeding isn\u2019t part of your post-birth plans, Dr. Savetsky recommends waiting until your facial swelling subsides, and then you\u2019re clear to start injections. This is typically about a week after giving birth.<\/p>\n<p>But if you are planning on breastfeeding, Botox injections should be something you discuss with your doctor.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBotox almost always remains at the local site of injection, making breastfeeding very low risk,\u201d says Dr. Beckley. \u201cHowever there is a small chance the Botox could get into the mom\u2019s circulation, and thus into the milk, so women can either choose not to use Botox while breastfeeding or pump and dump for several hours after the injection.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>No studies have been conducted on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK501400\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK501400\/\">women who receive Botox while breastfeeding<\/a>. But since the risk is not zero, most healthcare professionals suggest not using Botox until after you stop breastfeeding, Dr. Beckley adds.<\/p>\n<h2>Alternatives to Botox while pregnant<\/h2>\n<p>We know that Botox is off the table during pregnancy, but if you\u2019re still looking to smooth out those fine lines or wrinkles during this time, there are plenty of great options that can provide similar benefits that are safe for you and your baby.<\/p>\n<h3>Topical skin care<\/h3>\n<p>One of the best ingredients you can add to your daily skin-care routine is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-vitamin-c-skin\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-vitamin-c-skin\/\">vitamin C serum<\/a>. It contains antioxidants for repairing and protecting the skin against sun damage, and prevents signs of premature aging. Just be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/spf-awards-2023\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/spf-awards-2023\/\">pair it with SPF<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Another great topical treatment is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/alpha-h-liquid-gold-review\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/alpha-h-liquid-gold-review\/\">serum with glycolic acid<\/a>. It&#8217;s a great alternative to harsh scrubs or chemical peels, and the alpha-hydroxy acid works to gently remove dead skin cells and reveal a brighter, smoother complexion.<\/p>\n<p>And if you\u2019re curious about what ingredients in skin care to avoid, products that contain salicylic acid, tetracycline or its derivatives, minocycline and doxycycline, are a major no-no. These are popular antibiotics used to treat a range of skin diseases, but have also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK549905\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK549905\/\">been proven to have negative effects<\/a> on both future moms and their fetuses.<\/p>\n<h3>Non-invasive procedures<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cNon-invasive procedures like facials, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/skin-gym-led-mask\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/skin-gym-led-mask\/\">light therapy<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/microdermabrasion-benefits\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/microdermabrasion-benefits\/\">microdermabrasion<\/a> can be considered,\u201d says Dr. Savetsky. \u201cBut it\u2019s essential to consult with a skin-care professional who is knowledgeable about pregnancy safe treatments.\u201d These could also include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/chemical-peel-treatment\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/chemical-peel-treatment\/\">chemical peels<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/pregnancy-safe-facials\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/pregnancy-safe-facials\/\">oxygen facials<\/a>, and even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/face-shaving-for-women\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/face-shaving-for-women\/\">dermaplaning<\/a> (aka face shaving).<\/p>\n<h3>Hydration and nutrition<\/h3>\n<p>In addition to non-invasive procedures and skin care, Dr. Savetsky recommends maintaining proper hydration and a balanced diet to help keep skin at its best during pregnancy. This includes drinking water throughout the day, eating a balanced diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables and wearing SPF daily. And if you\u2019re looking for a way to boost hydration, add a humidifier to your office or even by your bed while you sleep. The extra moisture will add firmness and help boost that natural glow expecting mothers are already known for.<\/p>\n<p>But as always, if you\u2019re unsure about the safety of injectables, skin-care products, or procedures and their safety during your pregnancy, consult with your OBGYN or physician about any questions you may have.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1675549\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script>(function(w,q){w[q]=w[q]||[];w[q].push([\"_mgc.load\"])})(window,\"_mgq\");\r\n<\/script>\r\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Finding out you&#8217;re pregnant can come with a slew of questions ( and fears!). Can I drink wine? Experts say it\u2019s complicated. What about caffeine? 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