Insect Bites & Stings: Treatment & Prevention Guide

What are the first signs of a brown recluse bite or the best way to remove a bee stinger? Understanding insect bite risks during pregnancy and using effective repellents can prevent serious illness.

Insect Bites When Pregnant

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Kristin Dorman

Insect bites during pregnancy may be harmless, but they may also endanger you and your unborn child. Diseases from insects can transfer from mother to child and cause pregnancy complications. Additionally, what seems like a bug bite could be a more-serious condition, such as papular dermatitis.