EMF and Your Baby: Studies Show EMF Exposure Links To Miscarriage, Low Baby Weight, Autism and Neural Issues
Are you pregnant or trying to be? Then please please do not use a laptop. Please try and avoid all wireless and sources of EMF exposure and try to keep your phone at least 8 to 10 inches from your body.
A HEALTHY CHILD BEGINS WITH A HEALTHY PREGNANCY.
There are current and important studies showing that EMF from all sources including wireless energy, called EMF radiation, can harm your pregnancy and your baby.
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EMF Protection TIP 1- Carry your phone using a Leash, Strap or Landyard-to keep it away from your tummy.
There's plume of RF radiation all around your device and it dissipates the further it gets from the device. Consider a purse or man-bag or a cell phone case with straps or a simple phone leash so you can either dangle it from your wrist or keep it long so it stays away from your tummy and hips--we don't want RF energy there!!
Higher EMF Exposure Correlates To A Three Times Greater Risk Of Miscarriage
The strength of this current study is that, in addition to using an objective measuring device (EMDEX Lite meter), we examined an outcome (miscarriage) with a short latency period (days or weeks rather than years or decades as in the case of cancers or autoimmune diseases).
. . . .an almost three-fold increased risk of miscarriage if a pregnant woman was exposed to higher MF levels compared to women with lower MF exposure. The association was independent of any specific MF exposure sources or locations, thus removing the concern that other factors connected to the sources of the exposure might account for the observed associations
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EMF Protection Tip 2-There are different types of EMF
Don't sit or work under high power lines or next to an electric utility transmission box-it's not because you'll be exposed to RF or wireless radiation it's because the electric and magnetic EMF can be strong when you sit too close.
Same goes for electrical items like electric blanket, blow dryers, small fans and don't lean on the fridge(it typically has high magnetic EMF.
You should also be mindful to Unplug electrical items near your bed, they often emit higher levels of EMF in the form of electrical fields or dirty electricity, that you're better off avoiding.
Never use your phone while it's charging. Even when it's in Airplane Mode, your devices emit very high electric fields unless you use a specially modified charger or a lovely Charging Brick like this one-
EMF Exposure Correlates With Autism. Risks Begin In Pregnancy and Continue Till Baby is Two
There's very new research, put together by Dr. Martin Pall that correlates EMF exposure during pregnancy--all the way till 2 years old, with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Did you know that nowadays 1 in 36 kids will have Autism? That sad statistic is even more incredible when you realize that there are 1200 times more cases of Autism then there were in 1931. Dr. Pall doesn't claim that EMF is the only stressor that's linked to this Autism epidemic- his research also points to increases in chemicals and other potential causes.
He digs through decades of studies showing what's different in brains with autism and show us how they might become different by encountering different stressors as they develop and shows us a clear link of exposure to man made wireless EMF and the disruption of normal synaptogenesis. It's a very deep and lush study, but it boils down to the fact that high levels of intracellular calcium prevent our human biology from functioning the way it's supposed to. You may have heard about how EMF is affecting our Voltage Gated Calcium Channels.
This chart from his research shows how 6 mechanisms that occur during synaptogenesis can be negatively affected when the VGCC's don't function the way they are designed and create excess intracellular calcium Dr. Devra Davis echo's Dr. Pall's concern in, "Why Children Absorb More Microwave Radiation and The Consequences"
Even in the womb, mothers who are exposed to a lot of wireless technology are at risk for a possible increase of incidence in autism spectrum disorders and behavioral/attention disorders for their child later on in life.
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EMF Protection Tip 3-Be Mindful That There Is RF Radiation From Many Common Things In Your Home
Distance is Your Friend when it comes to EMF. The further you are from it, the less you're exposed to. EMF will be spewing from:
- WiFi
- Printers
- Laptops
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Tablets
- Apple Watch or fitness trackers
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Smart appliances and gadget like the Roomba
- Smart Meter
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Bluetooth headphones like AirPods
- Home security system
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All Wireless Baby monitors- even the ones that say "low EMF" are not.
- Smart TV's
Make sure you turn off the power to any of these items whenever you're not using them. Especially at night! Any time the WiFi router is off, it's not sending a signal so there's no RF radiation. Turn it off using a low-tech remote switch so you don't have to come in close contact with the RF energy from the router.
EMF Exposure During Pregnancy and Lower Birth Weight
Pregnant Women on cellphones just 30 minutes a day were significantly more likely to have lower birth weight babies.
A 2020 study from researchers who specialize in women who are pregnant found using a mobile phone for calls for more than 30 minutes per day during pregnancy was correlated with lower birth weight and a negative impact on fetal growth. In fact, these babies were significantly more likely to have an AUDIPOG score ≤ 10th percentile than those whose mothers used their mobile phones for less than 5 minutes/day during pregnancy.
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EMF Protection Tip 4-Never Put Your Laptop On Your Lab- even with a Shield
Don't put your laptop on your lap, or even more distressing, your belly, laptops produce all types of EMF. And that EMF comes from antenna and the battery. A pillow between you and your belly is better than a laptop shield because a shield will actually reflect the EMF back at other parts of your body.
You can also make sure your baby and you are not exposed by keeping tablets and phones away from your body. Try and keep your smartphone, laptop, tablet and all wireless devices out of your hands and at least 8 to 10 inches from your body
Instead of holding your phone or tablet when you Facetime, Zoom, watch videos, or scroll social media - Try a phone stand with a stylus instead
It's great because there is a magnetic field coming off the screen even when it's in Airplane mode. That field dissipates to safe levels about 2 to 4 inches from the screen Try this Stand/Stylus combo is great for preventing Tech Neck as well.
EMF Exposure (lots of it)To Pregnant Rats Resulted In Changes To Their Brains
In a study done in 2020, rats in utero we exposed to either 6 or 24 hours of cellphone wireless energy or EMF radiation. When the rats were 3 months old, researcher found changes to their brains. The researchers concluded that Prenatal mobile phone radiation might lead to the damage of myelin and axon with activity of astrocytes in cerebellum of male rat offspring, which is related to the extent of radiation.
Myelin is super important- it makes our nervous systems work well. Many of us take Omega's and fish oils to keep our brain myelin healthy and happy! Myelin is an insulating layer, or sheath that forms around nerves, including those in the brain and spinal cord. It is made up of protein and fatty substances. This myelin sheath allows electrical impulses to transmit quickly and efficiently along the nerve cells.
2020 study shows Prenatal long term exposure to mobile phone radiation is associated with the damage of myelin in rats
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EMF Protection Tip 5-Try Hardwired Connections
Instead of a wireless mouse, use a wired mouse. Instead of a wireless keyboard, use a wired keyboard. Hardwired connections eliminate RF energy from wireless energy. A bonus is that your internet is faster and more secure. It's great because all this hard wiring allows you to turn blue-tooth and WiFi off. Make sure you toggle off the Bluetooth setting and the WiFi settings on your laptop or device. The result: almost no RF radiation! Use this to assure no electro-smog which can occur with some cabling or check out our favorites all in one bundle in our Hard Wire Kit!
EMF Exposure During Pregnancy Can Affect Babies Brain and Behavior
The Baby Safe Project is a great organization that focuses on helping pregnant women understand the potential hazards of wireless radiation--especially to a developing baby.
The Project was inspired by the work of Dr. Hugh Taylor, who is the Chair of OBGYN and Reproductive Sciences at Yale School of Medicine. You can watch this video here as he talks about the study he led to get information on if Cell Phone Exposure Could Damage Babies Brains.
Dr. Taylor's findings will inspire any mom to be to be careful with exposing her tummy to wireless radiation:
Mice whose mom's were exposed to cellphones, while they were pregnant, displayed behavior that was "similar to ADHD or ADD" displaying these types of behavior:
- decreased memory
- more likely to be hyperactive
- relaxed--without a "care" in the world
They even looked at the grown mice brain activity and found that these exposed brains developed differently than mice that didn't get cellphone exposure.
The pre-frontal cortex of brains who got a 24 hour dose of cellphone radiation had different electrical brain activity.
But--the good news is that the less hours of cellphone radiation the closer the mice got to normal brain activity.
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EMF Protection Tip 6- Keep Levels Of EMF LOW Whenever and Wherever You Can
Start by keeping your computer and cell phone out of all sleeping areas. You can also lower EMF levels by turning off BlueTooth and WiFi in your car.
Also, avoiding putting living areas on the wall that your Smartmeter is on-or better yet, have it removed. A building biologist can scan your home for problematic or hidden sources EMF
Don't use or stand in front of a microwave oven and use an EMF detector or meter to see the invisible sources of EMF in your environment
Cell phones, tablets, laptops, and smartphones are sending or receiving wireless energy even when you're not using them. Control the unnecessary RF radiation by simply powering off. Make sure Bluetooth and WiFi are disabled too.
Creating an environment that's clear of all EMF radiation makes for a lovely nights rest for you and your family. Instead of awaking to the sounds of your smartphone, we found a lovely EMF free alternative.
Having a healthy baby is one of the greatest joys a woman can have. I'm not saying that EMF is at the top of the list of what to be concerned about during pregnancy or once your beautiful child is born. I'm just wanting you to know that all these studies are a loud and clear signal to moms and moms to be who want to create the safer environment for their child to thrive in.
These smart precautionary measures also apply once your beautiful baby arrives. Please don't hold them while you're holding a tablet or cellphone. Please turn off the WiFi and find a place where your child can rest and play far from it and any wireless item in your home.
Prioritize a safe baby monitor
Turn off the baby monitor anytime you're not using it AND make sure it's at least 15 feet from you and your baby. Try this no-EMF radiation baby monitor
EMF Protection Tip 7: Anti Radiation Protection Research Found EMF Belly Shields and Protective Clothing Can Make Things Worse.
The belly and pregnancy anti EMF radiation blankets and wraps may seem like a good idea, but if you use them, please understand they can offer a false sense of security and protection:
- EMF exposure is to your entire body. The un-covered area of your body receives full radiation exposure
- The radiation and EMF has a systemic effect, meaning the exposure isn't limited to just the area of your body that is un-covered.
- 2019 Research on EMF shields and protection found that metallic shielding can actually increase radiation levels at the perimeter or around the shielding as it reflects and magnifies the waves of energy
A True Story of Pregnancy and Laptop Energy
During the editorial process of this article, a friend told us a truly worrying story. His wife is six months pregnant with their first child. One recent night, she called him downstairs to show him her belly.
She'd been working on the internet and resting her laptop on her belly (Oy vey, I know!) She noticed the baby would start moving vigorously every time she placed the laptop back down on her abdomen, and she wanted her husband to see because she thought it was neat.
Luckily, her husband told her to stop and explained the details of laptop RF radiation. And that, folks, is why Tech Wellness works so hard to bring you preventative education (backed by scienctific, peer reviewed studies) that you can share with your loved ones.
With our panel of experts, we have been researching EMF wireless radiation for decades and invite you to learn more about EMF in our Guide
Be Safe and Be Well!
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