How many months of pregnancy does it take to get stretch marks

Stretch marks are mainly caused by the influence of male hormones during pregnancy, coupled with abdominal distension, which causes damage or rupture of the elastic chemical fibers and fibroblasts of the skin, and softening and narrowing of the abdominal skin, resulting in lines. After giving birth, these lines will gradually fade away, leaving behind milky white or silver shiny scar lines, which are stretch marks.

1. Characteristics and location of stretch marks

The characteristics of stretch marks are that they vary in width and length. They are light pink or dark purple before giving birth and milky white or silver after giving birth. They are wavy and reversible. It is commonly found in the abdominal cavity, the inner sides of the thighs, buttocks, chest, lower back, arms, etc., and is very easy to identify.

2. When do stretch marks appear?

Because pregnant women have different physical conditions, the appearance of stretch marks also varies. Generally speaking, some pregnant women will have stretch marks after 5-6 months of pregnancy, while some pregnant women will have them in the late pregnancy or one month before delivery. Some pregnant women have good physical fitness and are not prone to stretch marks during their entire pregnancy.

3. How to prevent stretch marks

Stretch marks do not necessarily appear on every pregnant woman, and the following measures can help prevent them:

1. Balanced diet: During pregnancy, you should supplement with rich vitamins and minerals, eat more vegetables and fruits;

2. Effectively control weight gain: During pregnancy, weight gain should not exceed 2 kg per month, and should be controlled within 11-14 kg during the entire pregnancy;

3. Appropriate use of belly support belt: belly support belt can help bear the pressure of the abdomen and relieve excessive stretching of the skin;

4. Pay attention to exercise: insist on cold water bathing to improve the elasticity of the skin.