Will my breasts swell and hurt when I'm pregnant?

After a woman becomes pregnant, she will show many early pregnancy reactions, such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue, etc. However, some women will experience breast pain. After all, the breasts bear the important task of breastfeeding the baby. Once abnormal pain occurs, they will definitely be afraid that it will have negative effects. So, will your breasts become swollen and painful when you first become pregnant? Is it normal to have breast pain during pregnancy? Let’s take a closer look at the situation below.

1. Generally speaking, after a woman becomes pregnant, the development of the mammary ducts and alveoli accelerates due to the stimulation of the large amount of estrogen, progesterone, prolactin, etc. secreted by the placenta and chorion, in order to prepare for future lactation and feeding of the baby. Under the combined stimulation of estrogen and progesterone, pregnant women may experience tingling, swelling and itching in their breasts one or two weeks after conception. This is a normal physiological phenomenon in early pregnancy. From the 8th week onwards, the breasts gradually grow larger, the color of the nipples and areola deepens, and dark brown nodules appear around the nipples. After 12 weeks, sticky yellowish colostrum will be produced if the nipples are occasionally squeezed. And as the mammary glands enlarge, lumps-like growths may develop in the breasts. These are inevitable experiences of being a mother. From the moment the fertilized egg implants, along with the changes in hormones in the body, the breasts also respond accordingly to prepare for future breastfeeding.

2. Nipple pain during pregnancy usually lasts for 3 to 4 months. In severe cases, it may last throughout the entire pregnancy. No treatment is required. Due to breast swelling, pregnant women should promptly change to a wider bra to support the growing breasts. For some people who experience obvious pain, hot compresses, massage and other methods can be used to relieve breast discomfort. Pregnant women are advised to gently massage their breasts with their hands every day to promote breast development, and to clean their nipples frequently to keep them clean.

The above is the editor’s information compilation on the question of whether the breasts will be swollen and painful in the early stages of pregnancy. I believe it will provide a lot of guidance for everyone. You must be very happy if you are just pregnant and about to become a mother, but you must pay attention to taking good care of your body and checking for other diseases during this stage to ensure the health of the children and mothers.