Rashes/hives after giving birth?

Oh dear, yes this is actually more common than you think after giving birth! The hormonal crash after delivery, plus the stress and sleep deprivation from caring for a newborn, can all spike your cortisol levels and trigger these itchy hives, even if you have never had allergies or skin issues before in your life. My friend went through the same thing and her doctor explained that the histamine release from all that hormonal shift is basically what causes the rash, so it can pop up on your arms, back, legs, really anywhere. To be honest though, it was quite a few weeks before hers fully settled, so I will not pretend it clears up overnight, some mums find antihistamines help, others say cooling the skin and managing stress levels made a bigger difference. Definitely worth getting it checked by your GP or a dermatologist soon though, just to rule out anything else and get the right treatment for your situation!