How to keep the breast beautiful
The expectation of the child is an absolutely unique period in which the entire body, including the breast, must receive special care. One of the earliest signs of pregnancy is swelling of the mammary glands. Already from the first weeks of breast expect big metamorphosis: it grows and becomes very lush. In this regard, there may be a risk of losing its original form.
In the chest, there are no muscles, and the ligament during pregnancy and feeding are subjected to incredible stretching, so during this period it needs support more than ever. Moreover, in a direct and figurative sense. If the bra is matched correctly, then it can easily cope with the function of protecting the breast from injuries, stretch marks, removing the extra load from the spine and providing optimal support during pregnancy and lactation. In the modern market there is a huge selection of bras of all styles and colors - from elegant lace models to seamless sports that can "grow" together with the breasts.
A sign of a good bra, above all, is the quality of the fabric. It should be natural, "breathing", because during the period of pregnancy, blood circulation becomes more intense, which is why a woman often suffers from excessive sweating. It is better to abandon the "bones" - they restrain the outflow of blood and lymph from the mammary glands. The more strongly the chest grows, the more important are the multi-level fasteners and wide straps. And do not forget that the properly selected bra can also exert a cosmetic effect - to maintain muscle and skin tone, to prevent the formation of stretch marks.
The bra should be equipped with comfortable cups that match the shape of your breasts. Better that it does not have internal seams - during pregnancy, the sensitivity of the breast skin increases, and the seams often cause irritation. If the bra "wrinkles", "runs away" up the back, and his shoulder straps press on the shoulders - then you have incorrectly determined the size. Straps are better to choose wide, soft, elastic, with adjustable length. Some models assume shoulder straps with fillers or special small pads that significantly reduce pressure on the shoulders. The fastener needs to be chosen multi-level, because during pregnancy, not only the mammary glands themselves but also the chest as a whole increase.
To determine the size of the bra correctly, you need to know the two main values: the volume of the breast (measured at the level of the nipples) and the circumference of the chest (measured under the chest). Also, the desired size of the bra is selected, based on the size table. If there is no such possibility, you can simply consult the sales consultant in the store, which will help you choose the right size in accordance with your parameters.
Much easier life can hygiene liners in the bra. They are needed not only for the nursing mother, but also for those pregnant women who have had a strong colostrum discharge in recent months. Absorbing it, these special liners will help ensure better care of the breasts, as well as the cleanliness and dryness of the laundry.
How to avoid stretch marks
Stretch marks appear on the skin as a result of ruptures of the elastic tissue, later these ruptures can be healed with the help of connective tissue - these scars are called stretch marks. Of course, here a significant role is given to heredity - if the stretch marks were from the mother, then there is a high probability that they will appear in the daughter. But trying to prevent their occurrence is not only possible, but necessary! In this difficult and important case, you can help massage with aromatherapy, with vitamins E and A. You can prepare a special mixture of oils for your massage: 15 ml of wheat germ oil (the most vitamin E in it), 30 ml of almond oil, 15 ml of avocado oil, 2 drops of lavender oil, carrot seeds, calendula seeds and geranium, 4 drops of neroli oil. You just have to mix all these oils and massage the mixture twice a day with those places where stretch marks are most likely to appear. Doing such a massage is best after a visit to the shower or bath on the still moisturized skin. Do not neglect this massage and after childbirth, in order to restore elasticity and elasticity of the skin as soon as possible.
Several times a day, arrange for the mammary glands air baths for 10-15 minutes, let the skin "breathe." To do this, simply remove the clothes and clothes from the upper body and walk or lie down for the specified time. Do not put wet compresses on your chest!
To maintain the elasticity of the skin of the breast, you need to consistently perform each day consistently some procedures: to start in the morning or evening, massage your breasts daily with a cool shower. In this case, it is better to make the movements circular, directed towards the axillary hollows. The most convenient in this case is a shower with a flexible hose. After taking the shower, the skin needs to be applied with a special skin firming and anti-stretch marks.
Also, care during pregnancy for breast includes the use of special cosmetics. Cosmetics for expectant mothers are usually created from natural ingredients: these are essential oils, and vitamins, and plant extracts, even algae and microorganisms. Due to the special sensitivity of the skin of a pregnant woman to sunlight, UV filters are often included in the cream formula. A new trend in the production of cosmetics for pregnant women is the absence of a colored composition, or the presence of a natural pigmentation of the drug. This prevents possible allergic reactions in mom and baby. The body care product is applied to clean skin after taking a bath or shower, when the body is more heated and receptive to the effects of cosmetics.
The natural constitution and hereditary data are the most important factors that influence the breast during pregnancy and after childbirth. But with the help of proper care, modern cosmetics, massage, aromatherapy, water procedures and properly selected underwear, you can avoid most problems related to the appearance of the breast.