The linea nigra is described as a “vertical line” in a Healthline article, running from the pelvic area to the belly button or even the chest. Its breadth is typically around 1 centimeter, and its color can range from very light brown to nearly black. Many pregnant women have it and it usually appears sometime around the fifth month.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
So, why does one end up with a linea nigra? Estrogen increases melanin synthesis in the skin, which is what makes the crease. Because of the increased synthesis of estrogen during pregnancy, the skin darkens in many areas, including the stomach. This is similar to how some pregnant women develop black nipples or a dark patch of skin on the face, sometimes referred to as the “mask of pregnancy.”
Although women of all skin tones can have a linea nigra, those with darker skin tend to have more noticeable examples. It’s also likely the condition will worsen with subsequent pregnancies.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE
Some women may feel uneasy or confused by the linea nigra despite the fact that it is completely normal and harmless. Usually it’s simply a cosmetic thing, but some people worry it could be a sign of anything serious, like pregnancy or an allergic reaction.
Diastasis recti, in which the abdominal muscles separate due to pregnancy and cause a bulge in the middle of the belly, should be distinguished from the linea nigra. Both concepts share certain similarities, but they are not the same.
In various cultures, the linea nigra is the topic of myths and superstitions. Some people believe that a thinner line indicates a girl and a thicker line a boy. There’s also the theory that the length and location of the line might shed light on the mother’s personality and the forthcoming child’s gender. However, because there is no scientific evidence to support these theories, they should be considered speculation at best.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE
