Ah, pregnancy—a time of glowing skin, adorable baby kicks, and the absolute nightmare that is shaving when you can’t even see your own feet.

At the beginning of pregnancy, everything feels manageable. Then, suddenly, you wake up one day and realize that your belly has taken over your entire field of vision—and any attempt at personal grooming turns into a dangerous game of blindfolded guesswork. 😅

If you’re wondering “HOW am I supposed to shave when I can’t even see?”, you’re in the right place.

Today, we’re covering:
✔ Why shaving in pregnancy is a unique experience
✔ The best (& worst) hair removal methods when you're expecting
✔ Hacks for shaving when you have ZERO visibility
✔ Should you shave before birth? (And is it even safe?)

📌 The Reality of Shaving in Pregnancy

How we think shaving in pregnancy will go:
✨ Just a quick swipe, smooth legs, and done!

Reality:
😂 Belly in the way, weird stretching positions, one leg half-shaved, and praying you didn’t just slice open your knee.

At some point, every pregnant woman has contemplated just giving up and embracing the natural look. And honestly? There is zero shame in that.

But if you still want to attempt it, let’s talk about your options.

📌 The Best (and Worst) Hair Removal Methods in Pregnancy

✔ Shaving – The go-to option, but a true test of flexibility and patience. Requires a LOT of foam, a mirror, and deep breathing.
✔ Depilatory Creams – Works like magic, but beware—hormonal changes make your skin extra sensitive, so patch test first!
✔ Waxing – If you’re already a waxer, great. If not, let’s just say pregnancy hormones make pain levels feel like medieval torture.
✔ Electric Razors – A safer alternative to traditional razors, especially if you’re doing a blind shave.
❌ Laser Hair Removal – Not recommended during pregnancy due to lack of research on its effects.

🚨 The “Do Nothing” Method – 100% natural, 100% stress-free. A valid option. 😆

📌 Hacks for Shaving in Pregnancy

🪞 Use a handheld mirror – If you can’t see it, you definitely shouldn’t be guessing.
🛁 Shave in the bath – Floating helps with mobility, plus it’s less risky.
✋ Go slow – Pregnancy skin is more sensitive, so take your time.
🪒 Switch to a safety razor or electric trimmer – Less chance of a massacre happening in your shower.

📌 Should You Shave Before Birth? Is It Safe?

🚨 MYTH: “You HAVE to shave before giving birth.”
❌ TRUTH: Nope! Doctors and midwives do not care.

In fact, shaving right before labor isn’t even recommended because:
✔ Micro-cuts can increase the risk of infection (especially if you have a c-section).
✔ If hair removal is needed, the hospital staff will do it for you.
✔ Nobody in the delivery room is thinking about your bikini line. Trust me.

If you do want to shave before birth, do it at least 48 hours before to reduce irritation. But if you decide to go full au naturel? No one is judging.

📌 Final Thoughts: Just Do Your Best

Whether you shave, wax, trim, or just give up completely—there’s no wrong way to handle body hair in pregnancy.

🤰 The goal is NOT a perfect shave—the goal is to survive pregnancy with your sanity intact.At the end of the day, the doctors won’t care, your baby won’t care, and honestly… neither should you.