Is deet safe for pregnancy?

Question

Hi, I'm 21 weeks pregnant and is deet safe for pregnancy?. thoda what should I do? Any advice from other moms-to-be?

Amruta Thampi · Answer

My pregnancy app mentioned keeping DEET concentration below 15-30% is fine, but I preferred natural roll-ons.

Bhagyalakshmi Thakkar · Answer

We were very cautious and avoided DEET sprays entirely. Herbal patches are a much safer option.

Darshanee Joshi · Answer

Don't stress too much about it! Just use standard mosquito nets or gentle patches.

Mansi Sehgal · Answer

Ghar pe simple camphor or neem oil lamps work wonders, no need for heavy chemical sprays.

Ankita Kunder · Answer

Using a mosquito net at night is the safest and most natural way to stay protected.

Girija Bangera · Answer

I used to worry so much about dengue and sprays. Now I am just chasing my toddler away from mud!

Avantika Bansal · Answer

Better to keep things chemical-free. Focus on wearing full-sleeve clothes to protect yourself.

Manorama Dalal · Answer

Personally, I avoided chemical sprays entirely and used simple mosquito nets at home.

Aditi Setty · Answer

I used neem-based vaporizers and wore full cotton clothes to avoid direct chemicals on my skin.

Madhuri Narang · Answer

If you are going for outdoor walks, try using natural lemongrass sprays after checking with your doctor.