Sage-Tips

How can I stop itching during pregnancy?

How to relieve itchy skin during pregnancy

1. Apply cold. Put an ice pack or a cool, wet compress on itchy areas for five to ten minutes, or until the itch fades.
2. Moisturize. Lotions and creams that are free of fragrances are best.
3. Take an occasional warm oatmeal bath.
4. Apply medicines before moisturizing.

Is it OK to scratch your belly while pregnant?

Don’t scratch. Tempting as it may be, grating away at your skin only causes more irritation.

Can the baby feel when I scratch my belly?

Sensation. After around 18 weeks, babies like to sleep in the womb while their mother is awake, since movement can rock them to sleep. They can feel pain at 22 weeks, and at 26 weeks they can move in response to a hand being rubbed on the mother’s belly.

Can I hurt my baby by pressing on my stomach?

Thankfully, there’s no need to worry every time you bump your tummy; even a front-forward fall or a kick from your toddler is unlikely to hurt your baby-to-be.

Should I shave before delivery?

Remember you’re advised to avoid shaving a week to your delivery or Caesarean birth date. Don’t be embarrassed if you haven’t shaved. It’s acceptable not to shave before delivery. Don’t worry.

Can pregnant ladies use Veet?

Yes, it’s safe to use hair removal creams, although you may find that they irritate your skin now you’re pregnant. The chemicals in hair removal creams work on the structural ingredient of your hair, called keratin. The creams cause your hair to break and separate from your skin.

Does baby know dad’s voice?

“Babies hear sounds from the outside world at 16 weeks gestation,” says Deena H. Blumenfeld, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. “They also recognize their parents’ voices from the moment they are born.

How should you sit in bed while pregnant?

Try to sleep in a position that helps you maintain the curve in your back (such as on your side with your knees slightly bent, with a pillow between your knees). Do not sleep on your side with your knees drawn up to your chest. Avoid sleeping on your stomach. Select a firm mattress and box spring set that does not sag.