Is Asbestos safe during pregnancy?
Leave intact asbestos alone and never sand, saw or scrape it. Removal should be done by trained, accredited professionals.
What the sources say
EPA advises leaving undamaged asbestos-containing materials alone, having removal and major repair done by trained and accredited workers, and not sawing, sanding, scraping or drilling them or dusting, sweeping or vacuuming possible asbestos debris. Asbestos is a lung hazard for anyone, so avoid disturbing it yourself. CDC says infants are not likely to be exposed to asbestos through breast milk, so breastfeeding can continue.
Also listed as
asbestos abatement, asbestos removal, asbestos tiles, old pipe insulation, popcorn ceiling, vermiculite insulation
Sources
- EPA: Protect Your Family from Exposures to Asbestos
- CDC: Other Environmental Exposures (Breastfeeding)
Last reviewed . This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or midwife about your own situation.