Still in my second trimester and no marks yet but i keep checking my tummy daily haha. Want to start oiling before they show up. Around which month do they usually start? trying to be ready in advance.
Mine started showing around the sixth month when the belly really popped. Thighs and tummy first. I oiled regularly but honestly they still came a little, its mostly in the genes.
Usually third trimester when the skin stretches fast, but some get them earlier. Keep skin moisturised with any oil or cream you like, it helps with the itching even if marks come. Drink plenty water.
For me coconut oil and a bit of malai massage felt soothing as the belly grew, started around 7th month. It wont magically prevent all marks but kept skin comfy. Nothing serious, just a normal pregnancy thing.
Looking back, I stressed so much about marks and now I barely notice them. They came in my last trimester and faded a lot over time. Theyre kind of a badge honestly, dont let them bother you.
