How many days of pregnancy does breast pain begin

Mothers should have had this real feeling that their breasts will swell and hurt during pregnancy. It is said that mother's breasts are the granary of babies. Will this kind of pain affect the baby's "grain quality"? Why does it cause the feeling of pain? In order to alleviate the anxiety of many mothers and truly ensure the baby's personal safety and physical health, we will give you a detailed explanation below.

1How long does it take for breast pain to swell during pregnancy?

In the early stages of pregnancy, about 6 weeks after menstruation, the estrogen level in a woman's body continues to increase, causing the mammary ducts to grow and spread outward. Estrogen levels gradually increase, promoting the growth of alveoli in the mammary ducts (the area where milk will be produced in the future). Blood flows into the breasts in large quantities, and fat tissue begins to deposit, surround, and cushion the extended milk ducts and glandular ducts. At this time, the nipples will feel slightly swollen, become more erect and more sensitive. The nipples slowly expand and darken in color.

2Breast care during pregnancy

1. Clean the nipples

Starting from May after pregnancy, gently rub the nipples with soap and a soft cotton towel for about 1-2 minutes every day, and then rinse with cold water.

2. Wear the right bra

The bra is close to the nipple. When moving, the nipple rubs the bra fibers, causing the fibers to be rolled into cocoon-like shapes and enter the mammary ducts. Over time, blocked milk ducts will not only affect future breastfeeding, but will also cause mastitis and even develop into breast cancer. Therefore, pregnant mothers are not suitable for wearing tops or coats that are too tight, and should choose pure cotton underwear and bras.

3. Anti-drying and cracking medical care

Clean with 25% ethanol 1-2 times a day, so that the skin of the nipple will gradually become thicker and tougher, and can withstand the baby's sucking without causing nipple cracking.

Instantly eliminates scale and scabs on nipples. Pregnant mothers can apply cooking oil or mineral oil to the nipples to loosen the scale and scabs, then gently clean them with warm water and a soft cotton towel to remove them, and apply anti-rust oil on the nipples.

4. Do nipple massage exercises

Regular nipple massage allows the nipples to adapt to external stimulation and can prevent symptoms such as nipple cracks caused by breastfeeding.