Pest control in pregnancy

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I am 21 weeks pregnant Yesterday we got a pest control spray done at home and I returned home after 5 hours . The rooms are ventilated but the smell is still there . Is it safe for my baby and me to stay in the house ? Any precautions that I need to take ?

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Usually, after the pest control, it is advisable not to step in to the same house for at least 48 hours. There are so much pregnancy, friendly pest control options available. Try those next time.

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