If you’re expecting and have a belly button piercing, you may wonder whether it’s safe to keep it. The good news is that as long as your piercing is fully healed—meaning it was done over a month ago—and remains healthy, there’s typically no medical need to remove your jewelry during pregnancy. Your belly button is a reminder of your connection to your mother, not your baby, so a piercing shouldn’t introduce any pathogens.
However, as your belly grows and your skin stretches, your jewelry may become uncomfortable. Watch for any signs of irritation, such as redness or tightness, indicating that your piercing might be too snug. Additionally, the jewelry could rub against your clothes or even get caught, particularly if your belly button “pops” as you move further along in your pregnancy.
If you decide to remove your piercing, be sure to keep the hole open by inserting the jewelry every few days. Alternatively, you can switch to a flexible belly bar made from PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), the same material used in nonstick cookware that has been reformulated to be safe for use in body jewelry.
Resources for Expecting Parents
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Conclusion
In summary, keeping your belly button piercing during pregnancy can be safe if it is healed and you monitor for discomfort. Should it become bothersome, consider the alternatives to maintain your piercing or remove it properly.