Does linea nigra get darker as pregnancy progresses?

Question

That dark line on my pet has appeared and it seems to be getting more visible week by week. Im around 5 months now. Just curious if it keeps getting darker till the end ya it stays same?

Tripti Barik · Answer

Haan yaar, actually it gets quite dark as you move into the third trimester! Mine became almost blackish-brown and I was so shocked, but my gynac said it's just normal hormonal changes. It started fading a few months after my delivery, so chill!

Esha Chadha · Answer

I am planning my pregnancy right now and I am so curious about this! Does this line appear for everyone, or only some women get it? It’s amazing how our bodies change, hope it isn't permanent though!

Damini Sarkar · Answer

Yes, same here, it gets much darker towards the end. Don't worry at all, it will fade away naturally post-delivery without you doing anything.

Riddhi Mehta · Answer

Haan bilkul, isme bilkul tension mat lo na, jaise-jaise baby bada hota hai woh line aur dark hoti jaati hai. It's just because of pregnancy hormones. After delivery, it slowly disappears on its own, so don't apply any creams or anything on your belly.

Darshana Sanyal · Answer

I understand how every small change on your body can make you feel anxious, especially after what we go through. But please be reassured, the line getting darker is a very normal sign of your body producing hormones to support your healthy growing baby. It is a beautiful mark of your journey.