Expectant mothers

• If you’re pregnant, you will pass on your own blood lead level to the child you’re bearing. It is important to enrol at the Environmental Health Centre to be tested.  Your midwife or GP should notify you of this.
• Before the baby arrives take care to ensure that the house is free from lead dust, that windows and doors are properly sealed, and that the air conditioner is clean. Make sure baby’s cot is placed away from the window.
• You can contact the Environmental Health Centre for a home lead assessment, as well as advice on setting up baby’s room to make it as lead safe as possible.