How to Prevent Stretch Marks
TIPS TO PREVENT STRETCH MARKS
No mother likes to see stretch marks, isn’t it? The third trimester knocks and here come the disheartening stretch marks on the lower abdomen. It leaves the “moms to be” worried about hiding their bodies forever and leave them questioning themselves. But here we come with some suggestions for you to get rid of stretch marks in detail. Let’s understand it from the beginning
What are stretch marks?
Stretch marks are pinkish lines that emerge on the body of pregnant women. Due to the rapid growth of the baby, these stretch marks appear on the stomach area. In pregnancy, they usually occur during the last trimester and they can be seen on the breast, hips, thighs, lower back, and buttocks.
Causes Of Stretch Marks
Stretch marks appear due to tearing of the inner skin layer called the dermis. This happens because of the quick stretching of the skin which is linked with rapid weight gain. Stretch marks can also be influenced by puberty, hormone replacement therapy, pregnancy & bodybuilding
Risk Factors That Encourage Pregnancy Stretch Marks
Factors that contribute to the development of pregnancy stretch marks are:
Medical Conditions
Some people have this rare genetic disorders like crushing disease or Marfan syndrome are some indicators that one can get stretch marks. Increased levels of cortisone are the reason behind Cushing's disease, a high level of cortisone may lead to rapid gain in weight and may lead to the weakening of elastic skin tissues.
Genetics
Women can also get stretch marks if they have a family history as some women have more skin elasticity than others which they transfer to their child.
Tips To Prevent Pregnancy Stretch Marks
If you think only stretch marks creams or lotions will help, you are wrong! There are some measures which you can take to dodge the stretch marks. It’s better to prevent stretch marks than treat them. This can be done by taking care of your skin from the inside out.
1. Stay Hydrated
Did you know that skin is the last organ to get nutrients we consume in foods including water? If you skip one or two glasses of water then your skin suffers the most by going dehydrated, dry, tight, flaky, and easier to get tearing. Expecting women should drink more water to create huge water sacks around the growing babies. Water not only is good for skin elasticity but also helps with morning sickness, swelling & constipation.
2. Take Skin-Nourishing Diet
The most important thing to do once you get pregnant is to eat a healthy nutrient-rich diet. It will not only help the child inside to grow but at the same time it will help the vitamins and nutrients required by your body. Make sure you get the daily suggested quantity of vitamin A, E, D, and C. All these vitamins play a big role in maintaining the health of skin cells.
3. Watch Your Weightt
When you get pregnant it doesn’t mean you have to eat twice the amount of food you eat. Pregnant women naturally gain weight so you have to control eating at the same time keeping eye on your weight. Controlling your weight gain does not mean you should diet but choose nutrient-rich foods.
4. Exercises
Some of the exercises which are moderate in nature help pregnant women a lot. Long and short walks, morning stretching, prenatal yoga, etc help the moms-to-be. It not only helps in burning extra calories but boosts blood circulation and maintains skin elasticity.
When To Apply Stretch Marks Oil
Apply stretch marks oil from the first day you find you are pregnant. Eat collagen rich diet and maintain your skin's healthy foods and also keep your skin well moisturized and supple from outside. Use chemical-free lotion/cream which contains shea and cocoa butter as this duo does wonder in keeping your skin moisturized.