Can getting a pap smear hurt your unborn child?

Getting a pap smear while pregnant does not pose any harm to the unborn child. A pap smear is a common medical procedure during pregnancy involving the collection of cells from the cervix to screen for abnormalities or potential cancer precursors. The procedure is non-invasive, using a small brush or spatula to gently collect cell samples without penetrating the uterus. Therefore, it does not affect the baby.