My pet and hands have been itching so much lately, especially at night i cant sleep properly. Im 30 weeks. Is this just normal pregnancy thing or something i should mention to my doc?
I can only share my own experience—for me, using a mild oatmeal body wash instead of harsh soaps really reduced the dryness and itching. I didn't take any medicine for it, but it's best to check with your doctor if it bothers you too much.
For mild itching, applying pure coconut oil after a bath works wonders. But if you have severe itching, especially on your palms and soles of your feet, please skip the home remedies and consult your doctor immediately as it could be a liver issue.
Itching is very common as the skin on your belly stretches to accommodate your growing baby. Just use a gentle, fragrance-free lotion twice a day to keep the barrier hydrated. If the itching feels intense or spreads all over, do let your doctor know.
I felt so miserable with my belly itching in the third trimester that I literally cried one night. My doctor told me it's just the skin stretching, but advised me to keep applying organic shea butter. It got much better after a few days.
Oh, the pregnancy itch is real, I felt like a bear scratching against a tree! Just keep a bottle of cold moisturizer nearby and don't scratch with your nails, or you'll regret the marks later, haha.
My skin got very itchy when I had gestational diabetes, and keeping my blood sugar in check really helped. Make sure you stay well-hydrated and avoid eating too many sugary or processed foods. Definitely consult your doctor if the itching is severe.
It can be so uncomfortable to deal with itching when you are already dealing with so many pregnancy changes. Please try using a cool compress on the itchy areas for some gentle relief. Sending you lots of love, and please do mention this to your doctor just to be completely safe.
Beta, when your belly grows, the skin stretches and that causes itching. Just rub a little mustard oil or coconut oil gently on your tummy, it will soothe the skin. Take care and don't scratch too hard.
I just delivered my baby and had crazy itching on my tummy during the last month. Applying cold aloe vera gel straight from the fridge gave me the best relief. It goes away almost immediately after delivery, so hang in there!
