75 to 90 % of women develop stretch marks while they are pregnant. Is there any way you can prevent stretch marks?

There are some things you can do to limit the possibility of getting these ugly stretch marks. The most important thing is that you take care of your overall health and the condition of your skin.

The next steps will help you nourish your skin and prevent stretch marks from coming back.

• Drink at least eight glasses of water to hydrate your body.

• Eat healthy foods to nourish your body from the inside out. Take your prenatal vitamins and eat proper amount of healthy foods which provide plenty of calcium, protein, whole grains, and vitamins.

• Moisturize the parts of your body that are likely to develop stretch marks, such as breasts, belly, sides, lower back and thighs. Cocoa butter, almond oil and shea butter are marvelous choices.
  

• Regular exercise will promote your overall health and the condition of your skin.