Massages to avoid stretch marks during pregnancy

The pregnant woman suffers a series of important vascular, hormonal and bodily changes throughout pregnancy that can give way to stretch marks and spots on her skin. Therefore, it is very important that during pregnancy she takes some measures such as massage to prevent or at least alleviate the eff

What are stretch marks and why do they appear? Estr Stretch marks are the marks that remain on the surface of the skin, as a consequence of lesions that occur at the level of the collagen and elastin fibers, in the deeper layers of the skin. . It is characterized by the appearance of very fine reddish lines that, without treatment can enlarge up to 1 cm wide. At first, you can stop them with specific products, but once they turn white, they can only be eliminated with laser treatments and others.

Stretch marks tend to appear more frequently on the abdomen, hips and breasts of pregnant women. The sudden variations in the weight and size of the belly of the pregnant woman are the main causes of the appearance of stretch marks. The fabrics are stretched quickly and although the fibers of the skin are very elastic, they can break, giving rise to stretch marks. Its appearance also has to do with genetics, with the physical state of the woman. The

stretch marks can also appear as a consequence of some diseases characterized by an excess of hormones, and treatments with corticosteroids. How to avoid stretch marks in pregnancy

To prevent stretch marks from appearing, it is best to keep the skin as hydrated as possible. This requires a healthy and balanced diet, which nourishes the skin inside. At the same time you will also need the application of specific creams to nourish the skin on the outside.

Massage ideas to avoid stretch marks

Massages can be carried out by the pregnant woman herself as well as by her partner. To do them, you will first have to choose a cream or antiallergic oil. It is best to consult with a dermatologist, with the obstetrician or pharmacist, on which is the most indicated product. Anyway, there is a

recipe very used by pregnant women and that is achieved by mixing one tablespoon (tureen) of olive oil, another spoonful (tureen) of wheat germ oil and 3 drops of sandalwood essential oil. Everything is a matter of trying it. We teach you how to do the massages:

1- Massage on the breasts or breasts:

With the palm of the right hand wrap the right chest, from the outside to the inside, towards the right shoulder. Do the same with the left side. Repeat the movements about 5 times at least, each side.

2- Massage on the abdomen or belly:

Rest one hand on the other in the belly and make circular movements with some pressure, for one side and another and until the skin absorbs the cream or oil.

3- Massage on the hips and thighs:

Make circular movements from the bottom to the top, always. When you reach the hip, increase the massage and extend it towards the buttock and thigh, until the skin absorbs the product in its entirety. Luck!