Women go through a ton of changes while pregnant, but one less obvious change is in the eyes. Hormones cause a pregnant woman's vision to change and the symptoms aren't always so pleasant. Find out everything you need to know about your eyes while pregnant and how to protect them.
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Irritated eyes
If you feel your eyes getting itchy, dry and puffy easily, it may just be a symptom of pregnancy. Try over-the-counter artificial tears, but be sure to speak to a doctor beforehand.
Blurry vision
Pregnancy may also make you feel like your eyesight has worsened. Hormones create blurred vision, which should go back to normal after giving birth.
Migraines
Headaches and migraines are common during pregnancy. The vision changes may be to blame.
Dry contact lenses
The fluids in a woman's body changes during pregnancy and that includes the natural hydration in the eyes. This could cause more dryness–especially when wearing contact lenses.
Hydrate eyes
The best thing to do is carry around with natural artificial tears. This way you can hydrate on-the-go and anytime you need.
Don't get a new prescription
Don't bother going to the ophthalmologist while pregnant. The vision you have during pregnancy will most likely change, which means the perscription will probably be inaccurate.
Get rest
Getting rest should be a given while pregnant, but your eye health is even more reason. Take a nap!
Avoid laser treatment
You want to avoid major treatments–especially laser eye surgery while pregnant. The recommended time to wait is 6 months after giving birth to go through this procedure.
