During pregnancy, a woman's breasts are prepared for the subsequent breastfeeding of the newborn. This can cause pain due to changes in the breasts.
The most common breast changes during pregnancy are listed below:
- Increase in vascularisation and fat inside the breast.
- Increased sensitivity of the nipples.
- Darkening of the areolas.
Read the full article on: What are the most common aches and pains during pregnancy? ( 55).
By Andrea Rodrigo B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 03/28/2023
