Im in my 5th month and lately my pet and back ki skin feels thoda itchy. Is this a normal pregnancy thing that everyone gets or no? just curious before i mention it to my gynac.
Itching is very common as your belly grows, but don't waste money on expensive high-end stretch mark creams. Normal organic coconut oil or basic body lotion works just as well and saves quite a bit of budget. Keep your savings for the actual delivery and hospital package tests later!
Oh, is itching really that common? I am planning my pregnancy now and learning so many new things everyday. Does it start in the first trimester itself or only when the bump starts showing?
According to my pregnancy tracker app, mild itching on the belly and breasts is super common around the second trimester because of stretching skin. I used to log my symptoms daily and found that keeping hydrated really helped. Just make sure to flag it to your doctor if it's on your palms or soles.
Yes, skin stretching can cause quite a bit of itching, especially on the tummy. I had PCOS so my skin was already prone to dryness, so I used basic coconut oil regularly. But if the itching is very severe, please let your doctor know as it can sometimes need a quick blood test.
I had a lot of itching near my stretch marks, and even post my C-section, the healing scar area used to itch quite a bit. Just apply a mild moisturizer and never scratch with your nails. It takes time but it definitely gets better as you heal.
