i think im around 5 weeks and ive noticed my nipples looking darker and feeling really sore. is this normal so early? just trying to understand what all changes to expect.
All of it is your body prepping for feeding later. Darkening, sensitivity, the areola spreading a bit, very normal. Just keep them moisturised and wear soft cotton bras, mine got so sensitive in the early weeks.
They get darker, bigger and quite sensitive early on. You might also notice little bumps around the areola, those are normal too. A comfy non-wired bra helps a lot with the tenderness.
Honestly this was my first clue! I felt them get really sore and the areola went darker. They were so tender I couldn't even sleep on my front. Totally normal apparently, hormones doing their thing.
Yes mine got darker and super sore, glad it's not just me! Mine also looked a bit bumpy around. Does the soreness ease up later or stay the whole time?
Quite natural, my amma told me the darkening and tenderness is the body getting ready. Mine changed a lot in the first couple months. If anything feels really off though, do mention to your doctor.
