Generally okayGeneral guidancePersonal care

Sunscreen, sunburn and heat exposure

Sun protection remains useful in pregnancy, when pigment changes and overheating can make exposure more uncomfortable.

Direct guidance

What to know or do

Use shade, clothing, fluids and a broad-spectrum sunscreen you tolerate; reapply as directed. Severe sunburn, blistering, confusion, fainting or inability to cool needs medical advice.

What changes the answer

  • The exact ingredient, procedure, body area, amount and frequency
  • Whether treatment is medically needed or can reasonably be postponed
  • Skin damage, infection, fumes, heat, radiation and medicines used with the procedure

General guidance

When to get individual help

This is a general pregnancy baseline, not personal clearance. Change course and ask for advice if symptoms, complications or an individual care plan make the situation different.