Are there any body butters or body lotions you ould recommend for the baby bump?

sariakadi · July 2015

My skin is quite dry and I'm trying to avoid stretch marks...if it happens it happens but just want some opinions on body lotions/butters that you guys have tried or have heard about !

sherks11 · July 2015

Stretch marks are hereditary. I used bio oil and lotion during my first pregnancy and it didn't do one single thing for me.

ashhsa · July 2015

I'm using bio oil, not sure if that is called the same thing in America, but to be honest, I think there is not a lot you can do for stretch mark if you are prone to them if that why you are asking. EXCEPT, after the baby is born you can get laser, if they really bother you! Like Kim K

katiedid0907 · July 2015

You can't prevent stretch marks but I do use a jergens lotion (and sometimes even ointments) to help with itchy skin

woahitszdtet · July 2015

Ive been using bio oil on a recommendation.. well see if it actually works!

apinkpelican · July 2015

Agree that stretch marks run in the family. My sister use bio oil though and boy did she have one nicely moisturized, slick, tummy! I didn't get stretch marks for baby#1 but will probably still use the bio oil this time around.

KTLynn19 · July 2015

Mama Bee lotion from Burts Bees really helped me with the dry/itchy feeling. I'm giving bio oil a try as well... I figured it can't hurt to try!

MamaGooGoo · July 2015

I also used Bio oil with my first. No stretch marks! Although, it is definitely hereditary. If you're going to get them, you'll get them no matter what you do. I used the Bio oil because it helped with the dry skin and itching, and it smells really good!

jfulcher0324 · July 2015

Mama bee by Burts Bees. It's the only one I can tolerate since it has no scent.

wrappingmama · July 2015

I have been using a stretch mark cream from It Works. I haven't had any but I saw a before & after from a friend that was incredible, so I thought I better start.

designer303 · July 2015

I use a combo of bio oil and then mama mio tummy rub on top and did throughout my whole first pregnancy. I did not have stretch marks but I have heard that it is mostly genetics.

TinyDancer51510 · July 2015

A friend said that anytime she felt itchy or was in the shower, she used a dry skin brush and she doesn't have stretch marks. It's supposed to help with circulation. I'm giving it a shot.

aphilli8 · July 2015

Bio oil. I only put it on my stomach last time and it's the only place I DIDNT get stretch marks. (Which is also the part of my body that stretched the most). Seriously, I got them on my thighs, and even my freaking calves.

Coincidence or not I'm using it again this time. I'm just slathering that shit everywhere.

sbeara25 · July 2015

Thyme maternity is a clothing store in my city (not entirely sure if they are Canadian or all over) but they've got a whole collection. I'm using the stretch mark cream now and it is helping a bit. I don't think anything will be perfect but I like that it doesn't have a strong door and that I can con SO into putting it on everyday

sarah92544 · July 2015

I used bio oil and palmers stretch mark lotion with my other 2i have some stretch marks but nothing noticeable.

Nfleszar · July 2015

I bought Palmer's Cocoa butter - which smells great as a side bonus. I bought it because I read alot of great reviews.

mamajenna_cnm · July 2015

My aunt had five boys including a set of twins, she swears by Palmers coco butter salve. She said she would literally slick it on thick and go through a container a week (boobs, tummy, butt, inner thighs) and she doesn't have a single stretch mark!! I've been using that and haven't had any itchiness or anything. Im not using as much as she did bc it's expensive...but I can tell it really hydrates my skin. The waxy feeling is a bit uncomfortable, and my clothes stick to it, but the smell is great and it's worth it for no stretch marks! Good luck!!

mg137 · July 2015

Genetics. But I still use Honest Co after shower and Mama Mio at night. Both are non toxic and baby safe. Used mama mio with my twins and no stretch marks. Gained almost 50 lbs from starting weight of 106 or something. Lots of stretching.

Also genetics prob rule but it's important to stay hydrated inside (water and good fats) and outside (some sort or cream). I think it's like how wrinkles are genetic but you can totally make things worse if you don't take care of yourself and your skin.

banders8 · July 2015

I use bio oil and mama bees lotion as well. Both seem to work great and I haven't had any new stretch marks appear thankfully!

MelissaA225 · July 2015

With my genes I know that stretch marks are inevitable, but I'm trying to prevent them anyways! I've been using cocoa butter for awhile, but I recently started trying coconut oil. They sell it at the grocery store and it's a great moisturizer-others have said it helps prevent or lessen stretch marks. It's also organic, which can't be bad. Another coconut oil use: my mom and DH have started using it for "oil pulling" (swishing with it instead of mouthwash). In just a week, DH's teeth are WHITE! So even if it doesn't work for my stretch marks, at least it's good for something else around the house :-)

Kimberlyain · July 2015

I don't have one to recommend, but I can tell you to steer clear of Palmers Tummy Butter if you have sensitive skin. It gave me a horrible allergic reaction all over my stomach that has still not healed even though I stopped using it 2 weeks ago. My doctor said that it is pretty common for people to have allergic reactions to cocoa butter and to only use vasaline until it healed.

jjodom · July 2015

I have extremely dry skin. I have found that the Burts Bees Mama Bee oil mixed with their Mama Bee body butter keeps my skin super moisturized.

JessHam55 · July 2015

I swear by utter butter. It's fairly cheap and comes in a big tub. I use it on dry skin, cracked nipples, my kids, my husbands feet...(it worked wonders on those flaky things lol!) it won't get rid of stretch marks though.

Hipshaker · July 2015

Mama bee! And almond oil when I get out of the shower. But honestly I haven't used anything with this pregnancy and so far I haven't needed it. Genetics play a big part.

ashhsa · July 2015

mg137 said:

Also genetics prob rule but it's important to stay hydrated inside (water and good fats) and outside (some sort or cream). I think it's like how wrinkles are genetic but you can totally make things worse if you don't take care of yourself and your skin.

Yes! This is a great point!

amargaret24 · July 2015

I got Derma-E brand stretch mark cream from Whole Foods. It's more pricey than generic but the ingredients are worth it. Natural oils including argan, coconut, shae, and cocoa plus vitamin E. If anything my skin feels great. I get stretch marks so I'm already mentally preparing, but I've never preemptively tried to control it before. Maybe it'll help with the elasticity of the skin. I also figure using it on my boobs (nipples) will be helpful for breastfeeding in the future.

Beverly0628 · July 2015

ashhsa said:

Also genetics prob rule but it's important to stay hydrated inside (water and good fats) and outside (some sort or cream). I think it's like how wrinkles are genetic but you can totally make things worse if you don't take care of yourself and your skin.
Yes! This is a great point!

All of this. Additionally, I drink coconut milk daily right now (in smoothies) because of the saturated fat (and extra calcium). I know a lot of people are afraid of saturated fat, but our cellular membranes are composed of it. It stands to reason, at least for me, that maintaining the integrity of those membranes during this time would be pretty important. I also have a nalgene bottle that I fill up with water all day long. I use palmers cocoa butter and vitamin e oil too. That, and not gaining excessive weight. In the end though, you could do everything "right" and still end up with stretch marks.

mamaksweez · July 2015

Arbonne has a firming cream that I plan to use after baby comes. For now I'm using Mama Bee Belly Butter like PPs have said.

Karenin · July 2015

Love bio oil and also rose hips oil. I think an oil is best for the dry itchy feeling, especially with winter babies! I got no stretch marks with baby #1 but I did with baby #2

Then again, baby #2 was 10 pounds and I'm a small person so my belly was stretched to the max lol. Luckily, baby #2 is 18 months and my stretch marks are hardly noticeable anymore, and they looked SCARY at the end of my pregnancy, so if you do get them, remember they do fade!

jezygal · July 2015

I used Palmers massage cream and belly butter. I didn't get any stretch marks with the first, maybe I'll get lucky with this one to.

mnspringbride · July 2015

I used Palmers Cocoa Butter with my first pregnancy, and I'm using it again. No stretch marks last time, and my skin snapped back to normal after too - no mama belly, no saggy skin! I DO think it's mostly hereditary, drinking lots of water, eating well, and taking care of yourself, but every little bit of effort helps

SamAdams2006 · July 2015

I bought the stretch mark cream from It Works as well. More so because my cousin's wife was selling it and I wanted to support her. I haven't used it because I haven't started to show too much yet. I figured I would save it until I got a little bigger and my skin really started stretching! My mom never had stretch marks so my fingers are crossed!

blessed2bemommy · July 2015

Mama bee by burts bees. Used it with ds and had no stretch marks and am using it again because I liked it so much. Also, it doesn't have any of the strong perfume smells like some of the others I had tried.

julianne1333 · July 2015

I use coconut oil. Its very moisturizing and should help with stretch marks. This is my first and I am 17 weeks and haven't had any yet! Hopefully I won't!

kaitlinrose53 · July 2015

I know several people who have just used coconut oil or/and almond oil and have been so lucky and bot got a single baby tummy stretch mark! So I'm going to be giving that a go. x