Can you have piercings during pregnancy and breastfeeding? Are there risks? Should I remove them? These are some of the most common questions, which we will try to answer today.
From our piercing and tattoo studio in Madrid, we have prepared this guide to help you and answer your questions. We hope it is very useful, and remember that in the studio we are happy to advise you.
What happens with piercings during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
It is normal to have doubts about the care and safety of some piercings if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
From the navel to the nipples, piercings in these areas require special considerations. That’s why we prepared this guide so future moms can maintain their health and their baby’s health without giving up their personal style.
Although the piercings performed at 222 Tattoo Madrid are completely safe and placed in a hygienic and professional environment, we recommend waiting to get them. During pregnancy, our bodies experience hormonal changes that can:
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Increase skin sensitivity, leading to irritation or piercing rejection.
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Increase the risk of infection, making healing more difficult.
However, if your body is already pierced, this guide will be very useful.
Piercing care guide during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nipples and navel are critical areas that require special attention:
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Nipples
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These are very delicate piercings that should be removed during breastfeeding. Remove and store your jewelry until this stage passes, as the baby could swallow it accidentally, or it could block milk flow.
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The moist environment created by milk also promotes infections.
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Navel
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This piercing may become uncomfortable or painful as the belly grows.
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It is best to remove your jewelry during this time, but if you want to keep it, switch to a PTFE or bioplastic bar, which is more flexible.
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Make sure the area around the piercing does not become red or inflamed.
When should I remove my piercing?
It is common to remove piercings during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but if you want to keep them, pay close attention to the following signs:
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Discomfort or pain: If your piercing is uncomfortable or painful, especially in sensitive areas, remove it temporarily.
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Redness, inflammation, or discharge: These are infection signs; if you notice them, remove the piercing and consult your doctor.
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Rejection: If your body tries to expel the piercing, remove it to prevent complications.
Removing piercings during pregnancy and breastfeeding is temporary and does not mean you will never be able to wear them again. Keeping them is possible but requires extra care and hygiene.
Listening to your body and prioritizing the health of both mom and baby is the most important thing. After breastfeeding, you can make an appointment with us, and we will safely reinsert your jewelry.