When can I get a pregnancy piercing?

Many women are unsure when exactly they should switch from a belly button piercing to a pregnancy piercing. This change makes sense from the fourth month onwards, and preferably even earlier. Of course, how quickly and how much the belly grows during pregnancy varies from woman to woman, and therefore the ideal time to switch to a pregnancy piercing is also individual. You shouldn't wait until your skin is so stretched and tight that there's a risk of tearing; switch in good time. After all, you don't want your belly button piercing to tear and scar. So, the question of when to switch to a pregnancy piercing is now answered.

Are there any other piercings you should be aware of during pregnancy? Yes! If you also have a nipple piercing, you should discuss this with your gynecologist, specifically regarding nipple piercings and breastfeeding. Be prepared to remove your nipple piercing from around the sixth month of pregnancy until after you've finished breastfeeding. Firstly, the small parts pose a risk to the baby, and secondly, your breasts also grow during pregnancy, which can cause stretching and tension in the skin. A nipple piercing can easily be replaced with a flexible acrylic pregnancy piercing , at least during pregnancy. When breastfeeding, be sure to remove the nipple piercing yourself to prevent it from bothering your baby and to avoid accidentally swallowing any pieces. The question of when to get a pregnancy piercing applies to both breast and belly piercings and involves different timeframes. Have you waited too long and your belly button piercing is already infected ? Then read our tips and consult your doctor.