AberFowl Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 My other half is 6months pregnant. We haven't shot for the last 4month due to not having time but with a few days holiday coming up we were hoping to spend a couple days decoying pigeons now the drillings are under way. Can shooting damage/harm an unborn baby? Is she safe enough to go fire 100 shots in a day? Thanks AF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arm3000gt Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 I looked into this as my wife is also pregnant. You will find an equal number of arguments from both sides. Some will say 'wife shot 1000 10 gauge a day done my child no harm' others will say 'at 6 months the baby is starting hear it could damage its hearing'. Some GP will say it is fine others will say probably not the best idea. At the end of the day it is your/your wife's choice, you make you choice and take your chances. We decided it wasn't worth the risk no matter how small, it is only another 3 months to wait after all. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortune Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 The human body is very resilient but would she want to shoot? I don't think that many women who are 6 months gone would want to go shooting. If she wants to go shooting Shouldn't it be her asking the question? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AberFowl Posted April 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 The human body is very resilient but would she want to shoot? I don't think that many women who are 6 months gone would want to go shooting. If she wants to go shooting Shouldn't it be her asking the question?Yes she wants to go shoot hence the question.She would struggle to ask on here as she isn't a member. Thanks AF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsonicnat Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 Wife has said,,,,,She is not ill,,she is pregnant.. If she really wants to shoot let her.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegasus bridge Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 I would personally not take the slightest risk, I'm sure babies hearing is functional at 6 months- I know it probably wouldn't damage the babies hearing but I wouldn't imagine the baby would find it a relaxing noise. The risk isn't worth shooting a few clays IMHO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 To be honest nobody truly knows. There are all sorts of 'traumas' we experience throughout our lives, although having seen and worked with kids and young people who've experienced significant trauma and the damage it does to them id be very careful. A friend of mine was conducting research showing babies can suffer trauma whilst in the womb. But end of the day, do you need a scientist or expert to tell you firing off a shotgun next to an unborn baby is or isn't a good idea? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulnix Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 If she feels comfortable shooting crack on with it, it may be her last chance for a long time. Plus there is loads of hearing protection between the shot and the baby and recoil won't be an issue either, crack on and have a good time while you have a chance to shoot together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontastic Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 I would speak to a medical professional, it's easy for people to say get out and do it. But these people don't know anything about your wife's medical history or the history of her pregnancy. I don't know why on such an important matter someone would consider taking medical advice from some anonymous source. I've seen women over 8 months pregnant bench pressing large weight in a gym but I wouldn't be giving advice to other pregnant women to go out and give it a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davyo Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 (edited) I would speak to a medical professional, it's easy for people to say get out and do it. But these people don't know anything about your wife's medical history or the history of her pregnancy. I don't know why on such an important matter someone would consider taking medical advice from some anonymous source. I've seen women over 8 months pregnant bench pressing large weight in a gym but I wouldn't be giving advice to other pregnant women to go out and give it a go. +1 Medical advise, it was me I wouldn't shoot. Edited April 2, 2017 by Davyo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del T Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 Mine shot every week until 2 weeks before he was born. He is fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontastic Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 Mine shot every week until 2 weeks before he was born. He is fine. just because it was OK for your wife doesn't mean it's OK for everyone. Every woman handles pregnancy different. My parachute instructor once had a chute malfunction but he survived, doesn't mean he would then advise everyone to jump with a faulty chute and say well I did it and I'm ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AberFowl Posted April 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 Medical advice seems a good idea but with alot of medical advice being bias due to anti shooting it seems just as likely I would get a useful reply on here. Her pregnancy hasn't changed her one bit, she has a bump but nothing else has changed, no sickness or anything like that, still fit as a fiddle, walking dogs and working away with horses on a daily basis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieT Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 Have a read of this........... https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/repro/noise.html why take the risk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 What's 3 months ? She's got the rest of her life to shoot I know it'll be a while after the birth but what's a year even Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mel b3 Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 well somebody has to carry the , decoys , magnet , guns , hide poles , nets , cartridges , flask and sandwiches, seats . i would suggest that your wifes body might be the best judge of whats suitable for her , but , medical advice would also be wise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyska Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 Have a read of this........... https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/repro/noise.html why take the risk. I've not read the link, but I agree with 'why take the risk?' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del T Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 just because it was OK for your wife doesn't mean it's OK for everyone. Every woman handles pregnancy different. My parachute instructor once had a chute malfunction but he survived, doesn't mean he would then advise everyone to jump with a faulty chute and say well I did it and I'm ok. Funnily enough my mate had his parachute fail on his first solo jump and had to cut away and use his reserve. I'm sure your instructor didn't knowingly jump with a faulty chute?? We knew the risks with shooting but after getting professional advice from the doctor who confirmed that if my wife was comfortable out in the fresh air and fealt healthy doing it as it relaxed her it would be fine to carry on after all the baby is in water plus has surrounding body fat to protect it. I can only offer advice from first hand experience, not from what I've googled ;-). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrowningB525 Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 I asked my wife (a midwife). She doesn't expect there to be any issues. The noise may make the baby active, but is unlikely to do any damage. Vitamin D from being outside, will be good for your wife. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winnie&bezza Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 (edited) Yep why take the risk. Is it really worth it just incase. The doctor won't commit to a yes it's okay as it's neck on the line. Edited April 2, 2017 by winnie&bezza Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyska Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 (edited) I asked my wife (a midwife). She doesn't expect there to be any issues. The noise may make the baby active, but is unlikely to do any damage. Vitamin D from being outside, will be good for your wife. Oosh, I wouldn't be giving professional advice to someone on the internet whom you don't know ANY medical background. I could ask my wife who is an obs and gynae doctor and she would say, without doubt, go and speak to your dr who knows your background. Edited April 2, 2017 by kyska Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anser2 Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 Stand behind someone who is shooting at a clay shoot and see how each shot shakes the body. Then ask your self is it wise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del T Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 Stand behind someone who is shooting at a clay shoot and see how each shot shakes the body. Then ask your self is it wise. Yes, pregnant women should just lay in bed and not move for 9months. Lol. I think a good healthy brisk walk or a keep fit class would cause more movement to the body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnytheboy Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 There is a documented case of clay shooting causing deafness in a baby, my wife decided to stay away, then thankfully once the wee one arrived she was to busy to go back :-o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted April 2, 2017 Report Share Posted April 2, 2017 Yes, pregnant women should just lay in bed and not move for 9months. Lol. I think a good healthy brisk walk or a keep fit class would cause more movement to the body. That's not what he said is it? He gave a very specific answer to a very specific question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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