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5 Tips To Prevent Stretch Marks During Pregnancy

As a woman, you have probably been "blessed"your pregnancy and strive for a more moderate
with a stretch mark or two. Whether itand  even weight gain to the extent possible.
happened during puberty, as physiological
growth spurts stretched your skin beyond itsDon't  Forget  to  Hydrate  Your  Skin
tolerance, or during a previous pregnancy,
stretch marks are simply a normal part ofThe proper hydration of your skin during
life. But if you are ready to say, "Nopregnancy is a key element of any skin care
More!", then you need to be aware of ways toprogram. As pregnancy will place more tension
prevent stretch marks during pregnancy oron your skin in the abdomen, thighs and
other  periods  of  dramatic  weight  change.buttocks areas, your skin becomes more
sensitive. You may experience sensations of
As the saying goes, "An ounce of preventionitching and pressure as your skin expands.
is worth a pound of cure!" This little pearlThis is where the application of a high
of wisdom also applies to the prevention ofquality stretch mark cream or body lotion can
stretch marks. As you probably know, removingnot only relieve some of these symptoms, but
stretch marks is not an easy process and canalso enhance the skins ability to expand and
take months just to fade them enough so theyflex.
are not quite as noticeable. There are
effective stretch mark creams and lotionsMassage  Your  Skin
that do a pretty good job of repairing the
damaged skin, but they can be costly and timeThis is a practice that is often overlooked
consuming.but can really help with the prevention of
stretch marks. Take a gentle brush or massage
So, if you are concerned about developing anyglove and gently massage the skin in those
further stretch marks during pregnancy, tryhigh risk areas, generally your abdomen and
following these helpful tips. Your odds ofthighs. This will stimulate circulation to
avoiding further skin damage and scarringthe skin and promote healthier and more
will be dramatically improved, and as anresilient  skin  tissue.
added bonus, the appearance your existing
stretch  marks  may  benefit  too!Eat  Right  and  Take  Vitamins
Establish  a  Skin  Care  ProgramBeing as healthy as you possibly can during
pregnancy has multiple benefits. Firstly and
The first step in preventing stretch marks ismost importantly, it helps develop a strong
to develop a routine skin care program.and healthy baby. Secondly, it helps your
Don't make your program so complicated orbody counter the stresses placed on it during
cumbersome that you will not stick with it. Aand after your pregnancy. This also includes
simple plan that you will be able to followyour skin's health. Eating nutritional and
easily on a daily basis will prove far morehealthy meals, complimented by a vitamin
effective than a more elaborate routine thatprescribed by your doctor, will help keep
you will only follow on a hit and miss basis.your  skin  healthy  and  radiant.
Moderate  Your  Weight  GainThese five helpful skin care tips, if
practiced routinely, will help prevent
Though some weight gain is natural duringstretch marks during pregnancy. Obviously,
pregnancy, the rate at which the additionalthere are no absolute guarantees due to the
pounds are added is very important. Remembervariability of skin types and conditions, but
that the skin has a natural tendency to flexestablishing a skin care program will
or stretch without damaging the skin tissue.definitely tip the odds in your favor of
However, sudden weight changes can stretchpreventing any further stretch marks. So,
the skin beyond its tolerances and tearingdon't be afraid of pampering yourself a
and scarring result, also known as stretchlittle, you truly deserve it!
marks. So, monitor your weight gain during



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