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From conception until the delivery, women can go through breast tenderness and pain. In the start, the cause behind this pain is an increase in the levels of estrogen and progesterone in the body. As the pregnancy proceeds, the production of milk and the activation of milk ducts are the reason for this pain.
After pregnancy, breasts have a very important role to play. Before the formula was invented, it was the only source of food for the newborns and this was required to grow the earth's population. And even though the formula has proved to be a healthy replacement, the female body continues to sense the need of the baby for food. This sense can cause changes in the breasts that could lead to pain. From the first few weeks before the production of milk starts, women start complaining about breast tenderness and pain. This is because after the egg was fertilized and implanted on the interior of the uterus, estrogen and progesterone are released into the body. These hormones can cause the blood flow to increase in the body and promote fat storage to prepare for pregnancy and birth. These changes can result in pain and irritation.
Apart from the growth and changes in breasts, there will be certain changes in the nipples and areolas as well. Nipples will grow in size and protrude frequently. Areolas will also grow and change into a reddish, brown colour.
When a woman’s body is going through these changes, it is important that their partners and spouses are made aware of this. By the end of pregnancy, milk might leak from breasts during sex. To prevent any pain associated with the growth of the breasts, a woman can start wearing a tight-fitting bra. While going to bed, wear a cotton sports bra to make you feel more comfortable during the transition.
