Boob pregnant woman

Increased hormone levels during pregnancy boost blood flow and cause changes in breast tissue, which may make your breasts feel swollen, sore, tingly, and unusually sensitive to touch. Some women describe the sensation as painful, or as an extreme version of how their breasts feel right before their period. You may notice:. Your best bet is to buy a few good, supportive bras, so you may want to get fitted by a knowledgeable salesperson in a large department store or specialty shop. You may find that underwire bras are less comfortable now — and may not be a good option for breastfeeding moms. Also, cotton bras will be more comfortable and breathable than those made from synthetic materials.

Colostrum, dubbed liquid gold because of its incredible antibody and nutrient content, is the precursor to the breast milk that will very soon feed your bundle of joy. Until then your baby will need just a few teaspoons of the antibody-rich colostrum per feeding for all her nourishment. Your body starts to produce colostrum in the first trimester, but moms-to-be usually don't start leaking breast milk until closer to the end of pregnancy, if it happens at all when they're pregnant. Your breasts are leaking during pregnancy because prolactin, the hormone responsible for milk production after the birth of your baby , starts revving up while you're still pregnant, usually in the third trimester. If prolactin levels slightly outpace those of the estrogen and progesterone, colostrum can leak out a bit. Check the inside of your bra — do you see any small yellow or orange stains?

Answer: If you're pregnant, getting breast lumps is very common. Usually they're just from the stimulation of the hormones of pregnancy, and your breasts are sort of getting ready to take on this very important job, which is to make milk that will feed your baby. So it's very common to feel real lumpy and bumpy on both sides in a pretty even way. But if you feel one specific lump that's not like the surrounding breast tissue, that's not going away, and may even be getting bigger, please bring it to the attention of your obstetrician for your regular visits, or bring it to the attention of your primary care doctor, because you want him to check it out just to make sure it's ok.

Generally, it's safe to continue breast-feeding while pregnant — as long as you're careful about eating a healthy diet and drinking plenty of fluids. However, breast-feeding can trigger mild uterine contractions. Although these contractions aren't a concern during an uncomplicated pregnancy, your health care provider might discourage breast-feeding while pregnant if you have previously miscarried or have a history of premature birth. If you're considering breast-feeding while pregnant, be prepared for changes your nursing child might notice.