Not forgetting mum .................... Finding out that you are expecting is one of the most precious moments in your life. Looking after your wellbeing is top priority and that includes looking after your skin during and after your pregnancy. Bepanthen Stretch Mark Cream has been specially developed to care for the needs of your skin during pregnancy and after giving birth.
Why do Stretch marks happen
Stretch marks or striae are often the result of the rapid stretching of the skin associated with rapid growth or rapid weight changes. Rapid extension of the skin due to the skin not being able to build up collagen and other fibres such as elastin fast enough to counteract the tension coming from this rapid skin extension and major hormonal changes are the main reason behind stretch marks Stretch marks may also be influenced by hormonal changes associated with pregnancy.
What can I do to minimize stretch marks
Start to use an stretchmark cream as soon as possible to help reduce the effects by keeping the skin supple.
Massage your skin morning and evening with a specific stretchmark cream. Make sure that it is Preservative free and colourant free. This will help with circulation which encourages new tissue to grow.
Maintain a healthy diet ensuring that you are getting all your vitamins and minerals and drink lots of water to keep the body hydrated.
At various points in your pregnancy your appetite will increase and this is normal but it is a myth that you need to 'eat for two'. It is essential to take in extra calories to nourish baby, but make sure these calories are from nutritious foods, not fatty ones, so that you put on weight gradually.
Take Regular exercise that works for you!
Fatigue or tiredness is one of the toughest thing about being pregnant for 2 in 3 women. Closely aligned to this are sleeping issues which are a problem for 2 in 5.
Feel and look better
Prepare your body for birth
Regain your pre-pregnancy body more quickly