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There’s nothing quite like cosying up with a hot water bottle to warm you up throughout the winter months or to soothe any pains, aches and cramps you might be experiencing during pregnancy, but are they really safe to use during pregnancy? , the answer is yes - it's perfectly safe to use a hot water bottle during pregnancy. The heat from the bottle can help relax your muscles to combat any aches or pains you might be experiencing during your pregnancy.
You should check your bottle before each use for any tears or damage - if you spot any, replace it. Let any boiling water cool a little before pouring it into a bottle as this could cause the bottle to tear. Don’t use a hot water bottle at the same time as an electric blanket, just in case there is a spillage of water.
If sleeping with your bottle, make sure you avoid laying or sitting on top of it to avoid it bursting. While it is advised that pregnant women should avoid saunas, hot tubs and extremely hot baths as it has been linked with spina bifida, a hot water bottle is too small to cause the core body temperature to get too high.