I'm in my second trimester and constantly checking for stretch marks, which I'm dreading. I've started applying oils, but I'm curious. When do stretch marks usually start to appear during pregnancy, and is there anything that truly helps prevent them?
I was so worried about them, but honestly they usually show up in the third trimester when the bump grows fast. Please don't stress, it's a very natural part of this journey.
I totally understand how we worry about our changing bodies! They usually start showing around the 6th or 7th month as the baby grows. They are just beautiful tiger stripes of love!
I started getting them around 24 weeks on my lower belly. Since I was already seeing my doctor regularly for thyroid, I just asked her for a safe lotion to ease the dryness.
They usually appear in the second half of pregnancy, around the 5th or 6th month. Keeping your skin moisturized with coconut oil can help with the itching.
When you have lost a baby before, you realize stretch marks are actually a blessing because they mean your baby is growing. They usually start around the 6th month, just keep your skin hydrated gently.
