Stretch mark tips

So here's the deal - majority of people get stretch marks when they are pregnant, lets just face it. The best thing to do to prevent/ reduce? Don't gain the weight too rapidly, drink water & moisturize. A healthy weight gain during pregnancy is 25-30 lbs but you must be careful to not gain it all immediately. Just follow what the doctor tells you - healthy eating, small meals throughout the day, exercising - This allows you to maintain your weight and GRADUALLY gain as you near the wretched 3rd trimester. DRINK WATER. Yes, you are already peeing like a race horse every 30 minutes but water is sooo good for you and the baby. Plus, the more you drink the less you retain (I don't get it either but it's true.) Also, it will reduce stretch marks and help them to fade quicker. And it helps keep skin clearer & more vibrant - win win! I tried to drink 40-100 ounces a day and I would try to stop by 6pm to avoid peeing all night. MOISTURIZE. EVERYWHERE. Obviously we all know that you gotta lotion up that belly to reduce stretch marks. But surprise surprise, you get stretch marks in other places besides the belly when you are prego so lotion up everywhere - you never know where those pesky marks will pop up next! For me, it was thighs, butt, belly and sides. And I know there are a million products out there claiming to erase the marks but guess what? None have been tested and proven to completely work on everyone so it's a big guessing game. I found one product that worked to fade my marks - Moderma. CON? It's expensive and has fragrance so do not use if you have sensitive skin. But it comes with a $5 off coupon since you will need to buy another bottle before you get your desired results. It's thick & creamy and smells good but you will need to apply twice a day. Also, it only works on the new stretch marks, it won't fade the old ones. I also used vitamin E and Aveeno 24 hour moisturizing lotion. I still got marks but it helped A TON with the itchiness. Bottom line, don't get depressed if you look like you've been mauled by a bear or your stomach has been butchered. They will fade to white eventually; quicker if you follow the tips mentioned. And wasn't your baby worth it?? Of course.