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BODY CARE 57
My breasts are HUGE! Will they stay
this way or will they deflate and leave
two saggy boobs in their place?
Your boobs go through a lot during pregnancy. Tender and
swollen breasts are one of the first signs you’re pregnant, you’ll
probably feel much like you’re PMS-ing throughout your nine
months. Pregnancy hormones cause an increased blood flow to
the boobs as well as a change in the breast tissue. The result is
a pair of boobs you may not recognise anymore. If you always
dreamt of having a larger rack, you’re in luck! However, for those
with an already sizeable chest, it might not be such a welcome
change. But before you get too used to them, remember this
lovely new pair is only on loan for nine months and will require
some extra tending to.
You’ll want to invest in a new bra, or three, to accommodate your
new cup size. The last thing you want to do is trap the girls in a
too-tight bra for nine months. Going braless is not a good idea
either, since you’ll want some extra support to help give you a
nice and lifted shape during pregnancy. The extra support will
also help keep you from putting more strain on your back. You
may want to steer clear of underwire or anything with too much
detail on the breast area. Comfort is key right now. Make sure to
buy an exercise bra for support and even a comfy cotton bra to
sleep in.
You can expect your new boobs to go from swollen and tender to
even more swollen, but filled with milk after pregnancy. It may feel
like your boobs are only feeding instruments whilst you’re in the
early phases of mamahood, but one day you’ll have them back
to yourself again. During pregnancy is a great time to start giving
your breasts some extra TLC. While genetics play a role in just how
saggy your boobs will become as you age, there are measures
you can take to help keep them at their perkiest, such as:
• Applying sunscreen onto your chest area even when it’s not
sunny outside. The damaging effects of UV rays can penetrate
clothing and break down the collagen and elastin on your
décolletage, leading to droopy boobs.
• Continue wearing supportive bras to help your boobs keep
their shape.
• Apply a hydrating and firming cream, such a
TM, to the chest and breast area to help
improve the skin’s elasticity. Your newly enlarged boobs may
be on loan only for a spell, but don’t fool yourself into thinking
they’re not affecting your skin. Your heavier breast size is now
pulling down on the skin on your chest and décolletage and
compromising its elasticity. Luckily you can help fight the
negative effects of gravity by using M,
which is loaded with Omegas 3, 6 and 9 to lock in hydration, to
help your newly stretched skin retain its elasticity. Also in the mix
is cabbage extract to help reduce the swelling and discomfort
your new pair is causing you, while CoQ10 helps to fight free
radical damage and protect the delicate tissue around your
chest. With daily application of M , things
will definitely start looking up!