I'm 19 and going through my first pregnancy (32 wks)
I have found a thin line that goes from my breast bone all the way to my belly button then straight down to my crouch. I know its not a stretch mark as such but I'm curious as to know what it could be.
2006-11-19 03:54:16 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
You have probably never noticed the pale line, called the linea alba, that runs from your belly button to the top of your pubic bone. It is usually the same color as your skin, but during pregnancy this line may darken (usually during your second trimester) and is then called a linea negra (Latin for "black line”). This darkening is caused by increases in estrogen and progesterone, which in turn step up production of the pigment melanin, a condition known as hyperpigmentation. Fair skinned women show linea negra less often than women with darker pigmentation. And some research suggests there may be a link between linea negra and insulin.
An old wives' tale claims that if your linea negra runs only to your navel, you are carrying a girl; but if it goes all the way up to the xiphoid (bottom-most part of the center of your ribcage), it's a boy.
There is no way to prevent or erase the linea negra. However, if it bothers you, here's what you can do:
* Reduce pigment changes by protecting yourself from the sun and avoiding bleaching products.
* Get enough folic acid. Folic acid deficiency may increase skin discoloration.
* If the line bothers you, try covering it up with some concealing makeup.
Your linea negra will lighten within several months of your baby's birth, but for some women, it never completely disappears.
2006-11-19 03:55:43 · answer #1 · answered by iampatsajak 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
That is the line every women gets ( almost all) ( I did not for some reason) anyways, It will go away a few days to weeks after birth it is VERY normal
2006-11-19 11:57:38 · answer #2 · answered by mommy of 2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's most likely the Linea Nigra. It's a line that often forms later in pregnancy. It will most likely disappear after birth.
2006-11-19 11:56:50 · answer #3 · answered by Melissa J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its called a linea negra, most pregnant women get this. Its a skin pigmentation due to hormones, it should disappear with a few weeks of you delivering!
2006-11-19 12:01:28 · answer #4 · answered by eiramannej 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry girl, it goes away, I am 22, and on my second pregnancy and wondering when mine will show back up. This website gives a short explanation about it. Good Luck on your pregnancy.
2006-11-19 12:00:42 · answer #5 · answered by Tristen T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It'called linea nigra - it's due to hormonal changes of pregnancy. It should lighten or go away in the months after you deliver.
Good luck with your delivery - and happy parenting!!
2006-11-19 11:58:53 · answer #6 · answered by kids and cats 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its your mother line. Most women only have it from their pelvic bone to their navel, but some women have it clear up their bellies.
Its caused by hormones. Go ask your mom, she'll show you hers, every grown women, especially those who have carried children, have one.
2006-11-19 12:04:30 · answer #7 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it isa normal thing. most if not all woman get this. i cant remember what it is called , my last pregnancy was 24 years ago. but please believe me it is normal. congrats on your new arrival and just enjoy your pregnancy. it can be the most bueatiful experience in your life. a little scary at times, which is natural also. but it is a bueatiful time. hagd.
2006-11-19 11:59:28 · answer #8 · answered by chrystal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is called linea negra and is a common sign of prenancy
2006-11-19 11:55:51 · answer #9 · answered by revmissus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is totally normal, and shows up on women differently, depending on their skin pigmentation. It is hormone-related.
2006-11-19 13:09:35 · answer #10 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋