My belly and arms have been itching a lot lately, specially at night and it gets really annoying. Im 30 weeks. Not sure if its just the skin stretching or something to keep an eye on, planning to ask my doc but wanted to hear ur experiences first.
Light itching from dry stretched skin is normal and moisturiser usually handles it. But there is a liver related condition in pregnancy that also causes strong itching, so if its severe its best to let ur gynac decide. Better safe.
Yes, mild itching is common as the belly skin stretches and gets dry. Moisturise well and stay hydrated. But if u get intense itching especially on palms and soles, dont ignore it, tell ur doctor as they will want to check that.
My belly itched so much as it grew, I felt like scratching all day. Coconut oil and a thick moisturiser helped a lot. It was just dry stretching skin for me, but I did mention it to my doc to be safe.
Mine started as normal itching but turned really intense on my hands and feet, and the doctor took it seriously and tested me. So please, if itching gets strong or worse at night, get it checked, dont just keep applying cream.
