you asked... Want to participate? Log in to share your thoughts Re: | July 16 , 2009 4:12 PM We have an ultrasound coming up, and we can't decide if we want to know the sex of the baby. Its like we change our mind daily, any suggestions? beckycaison | September 27 , 2009 5:16 PM I suggest stay away from inhaling any harsh chemicals.I also thought about painting but as i have heard 2nd hand smoking, and inhaling chemmicals can be dangerous. But if you really want to help, you can buy a mask that filters air. I dont know what there called but there found in any hardware store. college Mom | October 17 , 2009 10:44 PM My what to expect when your expecting book said it was okay, but my doctor said absolutely not. I would ask your doctor before doing anything. :) Britters7607 | October 29 , 2010 10:52 AM I read do not use oil based paint ... others are safe jenniepooh87 | September 20 , 2011 1:49 PM Painting the nursery while being pregnant is not something you want to do, you can harm the baby but surely this will affect you, inhaling chemicals is not good for anyone. When I was pregnant I wanted to paint only the towel bars and my husband did not allow me to do this, we had a little fight about this because I am very stubborn but in the end I realized this is something I must stay away from, especially when I am pregnant. amyabel68 | March 30 , 2012 7:25 AM Want to participate? Log in to share your thoughts