Third trimester chal raha hai and pet aur haath pe bohot itching ho rahi hai specially raat ko. Cant sleep properly because of it. Im planning to mention it to my gynac next visit but wanted to know kisi aur ke saath bhi aisa hua?
My mother advised me to apply pure virgin coconut oil on my tummy and legs to soothe the dry skin. It helped me a lot, but she also said if the itching is too much, we must tell the doctor. Always trust your doctor's advice first.
Applying cold-pressed coconut oil or oatmeal paste works wonders for mild pregnancy itching. However, if you have severe itching on your hands and feet without any rash, please contact your doctor immediately as it needs a medical checkup.
Take care of your health, beta, and stay positive. Apply a little ghee or coconut oil on your skin and pray for a healthy journey. If the discomfort is too much, please check with your doctor so you can stay peaceful.
Don't waste money on high-end anti-itch creams, basic petroleum jelly or coconut oil works perfectly fine for dry skin. Just keep in mind that if it's severe, your doctor might order a liver test which has its own cost, so keep some buffer budget for medical tests.
Mild itching is very common as your skin stretches to accommodate the growing baby. I used to apply lots of moisturizer right after my bath to keep my skin hydrated. But if the itching is very severe, do mention it to your doctor.
For simple stretching skin itch, just use normal mustard oil or a cheap moisturizer instead of buying expensive stretch mark creams. But if you have severe itching all over, especially at night, don't sit at home—get a liver function test done through your doctor.
Oh god, the pregnancy itch is real and so annoying, especially on the bump! I used to scratch like crazy while trying to sleep. But honestly, if your palms and soles are itching severely, call your gynac because it can be a liver thing.
