Is Mixing bleach and ammonia safe during pregnancy?
Never mix bleach with ammonia or other cleaners — it makes harmful gases. Use one product at a time and rinse between them.
What the sources say
MotherToBaby's mold cleanup guidance says to never mix bleach with ammonia or other household cleaners. Mixing releases irritating, hazardous gases. If you breathe fumes and feel dizzy, short of breath or confused, get to fresh air right away; MotherToBaby notes that losing consciousness is a concern in pregnancy because it limits oxygen reaching the baby. For questions after an exposure, call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) or your clinician.
Common alternatives
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Sources
Last reviewed . This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or midwife about your own situation.