Are mobile phones safe in pregnancy?

Question

My family members keep telling me to keep my phone away during pregnancy. I'm a bit worried about the radiation and if it can harm my baby. Is it really safe to use mobiles regularly?

Ratna Anand · Answer

Yaar, honestly, mobile phones ke bina life kaise chalegi? Actually, even my doc said there is no major risk, just don't keep it resting on your tummy. Relax, use it on speaker sometimes and just don't keep it too close to u.

Gayatri Mahajan · Answer

Hey dear! It is absolutely safe but don't keep scrolling all night haha. 😅 I used to keep it slightly away while sleeping and enjoyed my reels. Just relax and chill, you'll be fine! ✨

Nisha Ruia · Answer

After my long IVF journey, I was scared to even touch my phone in the first trimester. But gradually I realized we just need to be sensible and not overthink. Keep it on a side table during sleep and avoid too much screen time for your peace of mind. You are doing great, sending you so much love.

Heena Iyengar · Answer

I agree with others, it is mostly safe. Just make sure you use hands-free or earphones to keep the phone away from your body as much as possible.

Ashmita Malhotra · Answer

When I was admitted at my hospital, the nursing staff explicitly told me to avoid holding the phone right over my abdomen. My consultant said regular usage is perfectly fine, but avoiding keeping it in our pockets is a good practice. Definitely clarify this with your premium care doctor during your next scan visit.

Himani Saha · Answer

Honestly, after my pre-term labor scare, I became super cautious about everything including mobile radiations. I limited my screen time and always kept the phone away from my belly. Better ask your gynac once, they can guide you properly on safe habits during this sensitive time.

Geethika Tayal · Answer

Oh god, I used to search this on Google every day and get so scared! I even stopped keeping my phone on my bed and kept it on the table across the room. Same here, the anxiety is real, but actually most moms use it normally and babies are totally fine. Try to keep it on speaker if you are talking for long, just to feel safer.

Natasha Iyer · Answer

I am also planning my pregnancy soon and this question keeps popping up in my mind! Sometimes I think we are surrounded by so much technology, can we really avoid it? It is so comforting to read all these replies from experienced moms.