Most Chinese people know that it’s harmful to carry out renovations in the house when a family member is pregnant. The fumes and chemicals can be very dangerous for both the mother and the unborn child. It’s best to wait until after the baby is born to carry out any major work.
In Chinese culture, it is believed that doing renovations while someone in the family is pregnant can have negative effects on both the mother and baby. These consequences can range from minor health problems to more serious issues such as birth defects. As a result, many families choose to wait until after the baby is born to carry out any major home improvements.
Why is there a taboo around discussing death? I can think of a few good reasons why death is such a taboo topic. Maybe it is because talking about death makes us think about our own mortality. Maybe it is because talking about death reminds us of loved ones we have lost. Or, maybe it is because death is just a difficult thing to talk about. Whatever the reason, death is a taboo topic for many people.
If you are pregnant, it is not safe for you to be in a house that is undergoing renovation. This is because accidents are more likely to happen due to the shift in your center of gravity and the increased risk of falling. Additionally, pregnancy makes your ligaments softer and your joints less stable, which further increases your risk of injury.
There is a higher potential for miscarriages in pregnant women who do strenuous labor, such as moving heavy objects during renovation works. If you are pregnant and must do such work, take precautions to avoid miscarrying.
When pregnant, it is common knowledge that smoking increases the baby’s risk of fetal injury, premature birth and low birth weight. A renovation environment is much like smoking in that it is dusty and unhealthy. While it may not be exactly the same as smoking, it is better to take precautionary measures and avoid exposure to renovations.
External noise seems to have an effect on babies while they are in the womb. Studies suggest that for example, exposure to loud noise can cause changes in the baby’s heart rate. Additionally, the stress that is placed on the mother from these loud noises can also affect the baby indirectly. The mother’s physical changes can affect the development of the fetus.
A recent Japanese study of over 1,000 births found that babies born in noisy areas were more likely to be of low birth weight.
If you need to renovate your home while someone in your household is pregnant, it’s best to have them stay somewhere else during the renovation period. This will ensure their safety and comfort while the work is being completed.
