The. Itching. Must. Stop.

[renishas]

I checked the tags and I couldn't find an answer to my specific question. I'm 32w 2d and the itching is driving me crazy. I know I shouldn't scratch and I use lotion everyday but it's getting to the point where it itches so much I can't focus. Has anyone tried an oatmeal bath? Does it work? Any other ideas on what I should do/try?

Comments

[invisiblepet]

I use this: http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=231052&catid=64337

It's not a regular lotion, it's not a body wash. Just put it on like lotion in the shower, and when it rinses, your skin does stay smooth and soft, even after you dry off. And smells nice :) Hope this helps!

[victimuspersoni]

drink water
i itched and scratched myself so much
i drank water and lotioned after a cool shower and it eventually eased off

[violetstaunton]

My ankles itched due to the major swelling in my feet and legs starting at 6 months. Lotion helped some, but I scratched so much I had scabs for a month or two. Only thing that REALLY made it go away was delivery and greatly reduced swelling.

But your itching may be for different reasons. Good luck, home some of these tips help!