Natural Remedies For Stretch Marks - Part 1

Unfortunately, stretch marks will be experienced by 75 to 90 percent of women who ever become pregnant. While there are factors which increase the risk that a woman will experience and suffer from stretch marks, there are also things which women can do to decrease the likelihood that these stretch marks will get out of hand.

One uncontrollable factor is hereditary or family history. If a woman’s mother or grandmother suffered from stretch marks during their pregnancy is more likely that she will also have the same experience. However, if mom’s and grandma’s stretch marks were a result of excessive weight gain during pregnancy then this predisposing factor may not have any bearing on the development of a woman’s stretch marks.

Research has shown that the skin is much more supple and able to absorb the stretching during pregnancy if it remains hydrated. This means that women should be diligent about drinking enough water every day in order to keep their skin supple and decrease their risk of experiencing stretch marks. By using moisturizers every day during the pregnancy they can also help to increase the suppleness of the skin.

Another factor that plays into the development of stretch marks is the amount of weight a woman gains and the rate at which she gains it during pregnancy. A woman who will deliver multiple births has a higher chance of developing stretch marks because of the rapid weight gain which the babies experience in the latter stages of pregnancy. Also, a woman who gains a significant amount of weight over and above the 25 pounds which is normally recommended by obstetricians, will also experience a greater risk of developing stretch marks.

Some of the more natural remedies to treating stretch marks start with prevention. This means that women should remain hydrated, moisturize skin and watch their weight gain during pregnancy.