I haven't worn nail polish since my 6 month old was born. I'd like to paint my nails for fun and to cheer myself up, but my baby is always putting my fingers in his mouth. It's really difficult to avoid this. Is it safe for my LO to put my painted nails in his mouth?
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I don't know, but I didn't want to take the risk. I can't wear nail polish without having it chipped within a day, so I figured I shouldn't experiment because LO would totally end up with a flake or two in his mouth.
Can you do your toenails instead?
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I've had my nails painted on and off since LO was born...she'll chew on my fingers sometimes but I don't think she's ever chipped a piece off and swallowed it...and if she has, there have been no adverse effects!
They do make baby-safe nail polish. Maybe you can get some of that! http://www.piggypaint.com/
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@highwire: thanks for the recommendation! Glad to know you've been wearing nail polish and everything is fine with your LO. I'm sure it's no big deal.
@honeybear: I might do my toes instead. I think I'd just worry too much with polish on my fingers even if it really isn't a big deal.
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@Katrocap: I really want to paint LOs nails but have been holding off for the same reasons...so I looked into alternatives!
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I use piggy paint because nail polish smell gives me migraines. I'd feel comfortable wearing it with a baby. But it does chip easier then most nail polishes.
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@Katrocap: What about a Gel/Shellac mani? They don't chip and last 2 weeks.
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I third piggy paint. I use it to paint my LO's nails.
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I've just held off for similar reasons. I definitely don't want him ingesting any.
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