During my first pregnancy, I read every single article and book I could find about how best to give my baby a healthy start to life. No raw fish. No herbicides and pesticides. No super-hot baths... wait, what? I love hot baths! I am a self-care queen, as anyone who knows me will tell you. I wanted to pamper myself to the hilt, and I did. I knew once the baby got here, I would be a crazy tired woman in the throes of new motherhood. Pregnancy is the prime time to indulge in all your self-care practices, and, after doing several deep dives into journal articles and evidence-based information on truly healthy and safe pregnancy practices, I discovered terrific tips on safe body washes, lotions, creams, and more to use during pregnancy. Even if I could not have a super-hot bath. 

Table of Contents:  

• Bodywash Safety During Pregnancy
• Tips for a Safe and Happy Pregnancy
• Safe and Happy Skincare for Pregnancy
• Choosing the Best Body Wash for Pregnancy

Bodywash Safety During Pregnancy

As I mentioned above, super-hot baths are off-limits during pregnancy, and that is because they can cause your internal body temperature to rise to an unsafe level for your growing baby. But what about external body treatments during pregnancy? When it comes to body washes, shower gel, lotions, creams, and oils, the most important thing to remember is that what goes on your skin also goes into your body. If you use body wash, during pregnancy, with chemicals and toxic ingredients, those chemicals are also entering your bloodstream, and therefore your baby’s bloodstream.  

What Goes On, Goes In 

You have probably heard the statistic that 60% of what goes on in your skin enters your body, and while no data supports that specific percentage, scientists agree that some amount will get in. That information can be both good and bad. If we are talking about Vitamin C, then yay! We want it. If we are talking about some of the nasty chemicals in sunscreen, I will pass. The bottom line: when shopping for an indulgent body wash that will be safe during pregnancy, look for all-natural, vegan products that are good for the inside and the outside.  

Tips for a Safe and Happy Pregnancy

We have all had that one friend who hated her pregnancy. Maybe we were that friend! And while some things cannot be avoided, like morning sickness or swelling feet, there are several ways to ensure we have a safe and happy pregnancy. Great skincare can lead to a happier, healthier pregnancy overall because the way you treat your body on the outside often translates to the way you feel about your body and your entire self. It may sound silly, but paying attention to your health often goes hand in hand with paying attention to your happiness.  

Amazing products exist that will enhance your bathing experience. Check your labels and choose a natural body wash! 

See above. Save the super-hot saunas for post-pregnancy self-care. 

Like body washes, you want to look for labels that have good enough to eat ingredients. 

Invest in a range of products that are soothing and softening, lulling you into a gentle, restful sleep.  

You have heard the advice: sleep when the baby sleeps. But that is not always possible, so sleep now, while you have the chance! 

Movement is essential for a healthy pregnancy, and it makes for a much happier one. Take a nice long walk before indulging in your favorite natural body washes and lotions.  

The whole “you’re eating for two” adage always bothered me. I am not eating for two! The tiny person inside of me only weighs two pounds! So eat, and bathe, and apply lotions and creams, for health. You will not be sorry.  

Safe and Happy Skincare for Pregnancy

Bodywashes and Lotions 

One of the greatest lessons I learned during both of my pregnancies is the power of being present. We can become powerfully self-aware while carrying life, and daily indulgences like a calming bath or shower, long walk, and a sweet skincare routine can enhance that power tremendously. Your skin becomes more sensitive during pregnancy. Therefore, it is important to ensure you use pregnancy-safe body washes and other products that are safe and soothing. While you do not want to become anxious or stressed, going overboard mentally about potentially harming your baby with the wrong products, it is helpful to have the information and pay attention to what you eat and what you apply while going through this transformation. Look for all-natural, vegan, food-based products for your sensitive skin. If you would not put it in your body, do not put it on your body.  

Choosing the Best Body Wash for Pregnancy

It is never more important to check labels than during pregnancy. Wow Skin Science has a full range of skincare products to keep you not only happy and relaxed, but also healthy and safe for your sensitive skin. Using only top-quality plants, herbs, and oils, these gentle body washes and skin lotions can help make a great pregnancy even better and a not-so-wonderful pregnancy more tolerable and even a bit enjoyable.  

Safe Bodywashes for Pregnancy 

With so many safe body washes for pregnancy to choose from, you will want to buy them all. Check out the link above for lists of ingredients and health benefits in these all-natural hydrating body washes great for pregnant women who need to indulge.

With Melon Cucumber & Aloe Foaming Body Wash that is sulfate and paraben-free, the skin is restored and refreshed without any harm to your body.

Lotions, Creams, Butters, and Oils 

Body Butter Himalayan Rose protects the skin from environmental pollutants and helps it retain its moisture.

The changes in hormones can do a number on the skin, so these products feel like a miracle cure during pregnancy. They have become so popular they are often sold out. So click, scan, shop, and treat yourself to some serious, safe, skincare.

Explore the WOW website for more natural skin care products.