During pregnancy, tissue weakening begins in the deep layers of the skin. The skin is severely stretched, which can lead to tears. At the site of the ruptures, striae form - stretch marks, which are then very difficult to get rid of at home.
Stretch marks are easier to prevent than to treat existing scars. The most common cause of stretch marks is the sharp tension of the skin in the abdomen and thighs. And the gained kilograms contribute to this.
Weight jumps during pregnancy lead not only to stretch marks, but also to hypertension. Therefore, reconsider your diet. There should be no more than 5 full meals a day. For a snack, eat an apple, a vegetable salad, or squeeze some fresh juice. But muffins and white bread should be on the prohibited list. It is better to eat black or whole grain bread. And if you still want to treat yourself to a sweet tooth, try the low-calorie yogurt-based desserts.
It is very important to follow the drinking regime. But the calculation of water consumption during pregnancy should be individualized. Average recommendations are not suitable for you now. Only your doctor can tell you how much water to drink based on your weight, activity and medical condition. If the body does not receive enough fluid, it will begin to take it from the skin cells. And you will face dryness, brittle nails, fatigue. Dry skin is more prone to stretch marks.
Use special cosmetics. The belly can be smeared with creams and oils from the first weeks of pregnancy. Only these should be special products for expectant mothers. A line of such creams and oils can be found at Mommy Care, Materna, Mammacoccole, Bio-Oil, Veleda. Coconut oil in a solid state and sesame oil are good preventive measures.
