How to reduce itching in stomach during pregnancy?
My belly skin has been itching like crazy these past few weeks, im 28 weeks now. its especially bad at night and im scratching in my sleep. what worked for you all to get some relief? going mad with this.
Just one caution, severe itching without rash, mostly at night, can sometimes be a liver thing in pregnancy. If its mild and dry skin type, moisturise. If its intense, get a blood test done through ur gynac, dont ignore.
Actually for me almond oil worked better than any fancy cream yaar. Apply after bath when skin is slightly damp. And avoid scratching, just pat it, scratching makes it worse na.
Skin stretching itch is so common yaar. Keep ur belly oiled, drink enough water, wear loose cotton clothes and dont use very hot water for bath. That sorted it for me both times.
Mild itching as the belly stretches is normal, coconut oil or a good moisturiser twice a day really helped me. But if the itching gets very intense, especially on palms and feet, please tell ur doctor, that one needs checking.
