Why my breast become black during pregnancy?

Question

Noticed the area around my nipples has gone much darker since I got pregnant. Nobody told me about this pehle so its a bit surprising. Is this normal for everyone or just me?

Samhita Mohapatra · Answer

Haha, welcome to the club! It's like nature's GPS for the baby to find milk. It gets lighter later.

Rani Menon · Answer

Hyperpigmentation is standard during pregnancy because of estrogen. It will fade, but do mention it to your dermatologist or doctor if you see any unusual patches.

Yukti Kumar · Answer

It's just body preparing for breastfeeding. I was too busy eating chocolates to notice, but yes, it's very normal!

Mandira Chauhan · Answer

It's just hormones increasing melanin. Totally normal, don't worry!

Nirmala Saha · Answer

Mine also turned very dark around the 5th month! Does it ever go back to normal after delivery?

Arpita Babu · Answer

Yes, completely normal due to hormones, mine became dark too but faded post delivery.

Swati Mahajan · Answer

Hormones do crazy things, even my thyroid made my skin darker in places. Keep updating your doctor.