Electric blankets + pregnancy??

[KatieRabbit]

What is your personal opinion on using an e/blanket but turning it off at the switch and power point before getting into bed? ie warming up the bed..

[Nelle]

My personal opinion? I'm not sure I'd turn it off at the powerpoint...I can't reach it even when not pregnant without moving the bed! I used my electric blanket to warm the bed up a lot while pregnant and then turned it off when I got in.

I think electric blankets pose the same 'danger' as hot baths in pregnancy - that is, they're dangerous if you're not being sensible; if you get too warm, turn the blanket off, if the bath is too hot, get out.
So yeah, my personal opinion would be to use an electric blanket if I needed a warm bed, but to do it sensibly, making sure I was hydrated and not going to overheat.

[HotI]

I wouldn't survive Winter without my electric blanket!

[JordieC]

I agree that you shouldnb't get too hot but I am a bit guilty of falling asleep and waking up hot - but not boiling. Anyway warm the bed then turn it off I say.

[koru]

Definately would NOT use an electric blanket EVER - pregnant or not!
I learned about the electromagnetic radiation they give off even when turned 'off' (as long as it's plugged in it's still emiting) in a subject at uni last year all about hidden health hazards in the home - ditch the lekkie blanket and get a nice cosy hot water bottle - much safer for you and your baby

[lee22]

dont believe in them (electric blankets) buy a feather down dooner and flanny pj`s