I recently contributed to and featured in a public education post shared by the British Skin Foundation, focusing on the skin changes that commonly occur during pregnancy and when they may require specialist input.
Pregnancy brings significant hormonal, immune, and vascular changes, and it is very common for women to notice new or changing skin symptoms. These can include pigmentation changes such as melasma, stretch marks, altered moles, flare-ups of pre-existing skin conditions, itching, rashes, and changes in hair and nails.
My contribution centred on:
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Explaining which skin changes are normal and expected during pregnancy
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Highlighting symptoms that should prompt medical review
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Reassuring women about common concerns while avoiding unnecessary alarm
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Emphasising the importance of safe, evidence-based dermatological care in pregnancy
While most pregnancy-related skin changes are harmless and temporary, some conditions do benefit from assessment, reassurance, or treatment — and it’s important that women feel confident seeking advice.
You can view the British Skin Foundation post here:
👉 https://www.instagram.com/bsfcharity/p/DHTeS2QoY4S/
I’m pleased to support organisations like the British Skin Foundation that work to improve public understanding of skin health at key life stages, including pregnancy, and help ensure patients receive clear, trustworthy information.