Pregnancy and Pregnancy Stretch Marks

Pregnancy and Stretch Marks

Are you afraid of stretch marks during or after pregnancy? As you probably know or have seen first hand – your skin does not bounce back if it's been stretched by rapid growth due to having a baby (pregnancy), sudden weight gain, or extreme weight loss when being obese. Stretch marks can often start off as reddish or purplish in color. Stretch marks then eventually become glossy skin that appears streaked in silver or white color. Several medical studies have shown that stretch marks are often among the top five causes for insecurity and depression in women – especially after pregnancy.

What can I do about stretch marks? Several options are available today. The easiest (and most expensive) option is surgery. This expensive procedure is not covered by your health insurance and is considered cosmetical even in cases where it causes depression. You would think that health insurances would weigh the cost of treating depression compared to surgery, but they don’t do it. Your best alternative option to prevent stretch marks or to get rid of stretch marks after pregnancy is a combination of using special lotions and cremes + physical exercise. Several over the counter stretch mark treatments are available. If you want to start a treatment during pregnancy, please consult with your doctor first. Usually these treatments are safe, but baby’s health is your highest priority. Some stretch mark prevention cremes already have a proven record of being safe for you and the baby.

If you already had your baby, you are in a good position. These stretch mark lotions have shown good results among women of any age. Stretch Mark prevention cremes increase the production of your own body's natural collagen and as a result your skin will become stronger and its natural elasticity will be increased. As a result the stretch marks will disappear fairly soon. Combine the treatment with physical exercise and you win twice. For one your stretch marks disappear even faster and you will be back to your pre-baby weight in no-time. Physical exercise is also a huge health booster.

Conclusion: You can already start stretch mark treatment during pregnancy and kick the process into high gear as soon as baby has arrived.