How to Avoid Pregnancy Stretch Marks
Pregnancy is a time filled with both joy and fear regarding bodily and life changes. First of all, no one wants to see stretch marks showing up on their bodies, but during pregnancy there is a 90% of possibility of developing them. The following article aims to inform you about how you can prevent stretch marks during pregnancy.
Stretch marks are nothing more than a tear in the dermis that occurs when you loose or gain weight rapidly. They occur along with changes in the elastic support tissues under the skin. Even women who are not pregnant can get stretch marks, especially on the breasts, arms, bottom and thighs. All instances of weight gain and loss can lead to stretch marks.
The first rule of thumb is following a healthy diet. This will benefit both your skin and insides. Eating moderate portions will help you to avoid the rapid weight gains, which make you prone to developing stretch marks.
A healthy diet should be complemented by a daily vitamin supplement; your doctor will most likely recommend or prescribe you one, as vitamins help you maintain your body healthy and functioning at its full potential. Some vitamins like the B's, Vitamin A and D, are particularly important for skin flexibility and hydration processes. Your baby will also benefit from taking these health measures.
Regular exercise can also prevent any rapid weight gains that often cause stretch marks. Make sure to verify exercises with your doctor or nurse practitioner and never over do it - if you feel dizzy, stop exercising immediately.
Daily cleansing routines should be followed up by a natural skin care treatment that moisturizes your skin. Remember that skin flexibility is essential to avoiding stretch marks.
Also try to treat yourself to daily massages in the parts of your body that are particularly at risk, like the sides, hips, upper legs, buttocks and breasts. Massaging loosens the skin and stretches it in a healthy way to prepare it for change.
While there are many advertisements out there claiming the effectiveness of certain moisturizing creams in curing pregnancy stretch marks, unfortunately there are no real guarantees. We recommend that you moisturize your expanding belly on a daily basis in order to stop stretch marks before they start.
Out of all the bio skin care products on the market today, BIOSKINEXOL is one of the few clinically tested stretch marks treatment and prevention programs that has been scientifically proven to work as a fast and effective stretch mark remover solution.
Published May 25th, 2009
Filed in Women