Delivered 3 months back and the marks on my pet are still very dark. I tried oil during pregnancy but they came anyway. Do they fade on their own or any tips that actually worked for you?
I am in my 7th month and my belly is starting to itch like crazy, plus those red lines are appearing now. I've been using simple coconut oil, but does anyone know if cocoa butter works better? Would love to hear what actually worked for you all!
Haan na, these stretch marks are so stubborn, ho na! I used to apply warm coconut oil daily after my bath, it helped with the itching a lot. They dont disappear completely, but they fade to light silver lines slowly, so dont worry too much.
The key is keeping the skin deeply moisturized from early pregnancy itself. Regular massage with almond oil or shea butter works wonders for dry, stretching skin. Don't worry, they will fade significantly over the first year postpartum anyway.
Honestly, after my long IVF journey, I started looking at my stretch marks as beautiful battle scars of my struggle to become a mom. But if they itch, gently massaging with organic cocoa butter or coconut oil helps a lot. Be gentle with your body, you have done something truly wonderful.
Please check with your gynac before using any fancy chemical creams or retinoids, as some ingredients are not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Natural oils like virgin coconut oil or bio-oil are usually safer options. Always put your baby's safety first and consult your doctor before starting any treatment.
