Stretch marks and twin pregnancy sort of go hand in hand, especially if you make it to full term with two babies! It’s just a matter of how bad yours will get. If you are one of the lucky few (and you are indeed lucky) who will not have to suffer from unattractive stretch marks, then you probably don’t need to read through this particular article. Otherwise, here is some helpful info on causes, treatment, and possible prevention.
Stretch marks are caused by rapid stretching of the skin due to pregnancy. They crop up in the dermis, that elastic middle layer of skin that lets it retain its shape. When the dermis breaks down due to this constant stretching, stretch marks are the result. Hereditary factors, as well as ethnicity (women with more melanin in their skin are less prone) will also play a role in the severity of stretch marks. Although, they generally become a bit less prominent in the months after birth, many mothers of twins are still bothered by their appearance and want to know what can be done to remove them or what can be done to prevent them.
Long-established studies have always stated that stretch marks are permanent and can not be prevented. But new studies that are starting to debate that theory are creating a bit of a buzz. Laser therapy is one of the newest options for improving the look of stretch marks and seems to be gaining popularity. It may be expensive, but the results are unbeatable. Just take a look at this video.
(original article by Twin Pregnancy & Beyond)
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I had triplets and was fortunate to NOT get stretch marks and I made it to 34 weeks!! I just did the cocca butter everyday and really I think its just Hereditary!