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Should we wax during pregnancy? Benefits and risks according to experts

2023-01-17 00:47:37Lifestyle SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Should we wax during pregnancy? Benefits and risks according to experts
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Some say that waxing is necessary during pregnancy and childbirth, and others deny this. But even if you don't, before entering the delivery room you are usually taken into another room first because you have to wax your pubic hair. This can be annoying and can bring up a range of not-so-good emotions.

But why should we wax pubic hair before birth?

To have a cleaner hygiene during childbirth;
To rule out any chance of infection if an episiotomy is performed (an incision made in the vagina to assist delivery or to prevent tissue from breaking during childbirth).
To make sewing easier.
Because it is necessary especially during cesarean births.
Sometimes, the nurse or a hospital assistant can do this for you, but it can be a little embarrassing.

If you want to be free of hair during your delivery, then you should do the waxing beforehand.

When should you wax?

Experts say you shouldn't shave or wax seven days before your planned birth – whether normal or caesarean. This is mainly to avoid infections in the tiny hairs on your skin, which can attract bacteria. Pubic hair removal has been a long debated topic. While a number of hospitals advise mothers to practice waxing, researchers are against it.

What are the benefits and risks of waxing during pregnancy?

Benefits:

Pubic hair is an ideal place for infectious germs. This means that it is necessary to keep this place clean to avoid any kind of infection.
Waxing prevents infections from affecting the child. As germs tend to thrive in pubic hair, they can be transferred to the baby causing infections.
A well-cleaned pubic area ensures that the gynecologist has the opportunity to see better if he needs to do any intervention, using forceps during natural birth.
Waxing or shaving pubic hair reduces the chance of sweating and keeps the area clean.
It is advisable to be waxed so that the bleeding you will have during labor does not stick to the hair and make it more difficult for you to clean yourself.

Risks:

If hygiene is not maintained during waxing, you may be affected by infections. You must use sterilizing or disposable means for this purpose.
Ingrown hairs can cause discomfort due to the itchy sensation.
If not waxed properly, you can have ingrown hairs that grow into the skin and cause painful bumps.
The most practical problem with waxing during pregnancy is that you have to get someone else's help, since your belly doesn't allow you to see into the pubic area.
Worried about pubic hair removal before birth?

Consult your doctor and discuss your concerns. This will help you decide.
Talk to your friends or a family member who has given birth before. This may help change your views about this procedure.
If you decide to practice waxing, do not hesitate to ask your partner for help.
But make sure you are choosing a safe method.

How to wax the pubic area during pregnancy?

Sugar waxing is a method where a hot syrup is spread on the skin and then cooled and pulled to remove the hair. After the belly grows it is difficult to bend over and do this procedure yourself, so you can go to a salon where it can be performed.
You can use hair removal creams as long as your skin is not sensitive to them and you have used them before.
You can also use electric machines for a quick pubic hair removal.
If you are against pubic hair removal, let the hospital know. Tell the doctor that you don't want to wax and listen to what he has to say. Whether or not to remove these hairs is a personal choice and depends on your hygiene habits.


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