Overview

When you are pregnant, limiting your exposure to harmful substances and activities in your everyday life can be a challenge.  Many expecting moms also have to be concerned about occupational exposure to chemicals or heavy lifting at work.  This episode addresses questions from a listener who is a painter and is worried about her job and her baby’s health.  This episode is focused on what work or job hazards pose a risk and how to figure out what you can avoid or what modifications you can make to make your job environment safer for you and your baby throughout your pregnancy.