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Q: I want to help my partner paint the baby’s room in preparation for her arrival. Are the paint fumes dangerous for me to inhale?
A: Prolonged and repeated exposure to some chemicals and solvents may increase the risk of birth defects. While it’s unclear how small amounts of exposure to the fumes and chemicals in house paint will affect the baby, it may be best to avoid this kind of work.
Ask your partner, a friend or family member to tackle this task for you. Water-based latex paint in a well-ventilated space with fans to circulate the air should be fine.
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