Home >2nd Trimester (3-6 months) Post date 2nd Trimester (3-6 months) Is the whole pregnancy glow thing a farce? We think it might be. And speaking of skin, why the hell… Join The Conversation The Mum Club 10 March 2021 at 11:07 am 10 March 2021 at 11:07 am Is the whole pregnancy glow thing a farce? We think it might be. And speaking of skin, why the hell is it so itchy? What’s better? A stretch mark cream or an oil? And is it really the worst thing in the world if you sleep on your back? So many questions. Share them all here. Alex Mcnichol 11 May 2021 at 8:01 am 11 May 2021 at 8:01 am 1. I have got a glow but I have managed to pick up some nice bags under my eyes which have a deliciously wrinkled texture. 2. Anyone else got impending doom after being told 90% of women get stretch marks?? Alex Mcnichol 11 May 2021 at 8:02 am 11 May 2021 at 8:02 am Defo wrote *havent … don’t want anyone thinking that’s a gloat in my post ?? jo Jennifer Omigie 3 February 2022 at 1:33 pm 3 February 2022 at 1:33 pm I would like to first say, stretch marks are linked to more than what you apply on your skin, sometimes it’s unavoidable regardless of topical applications. I would recommend you use both a stretch mark cream and an oil. Layering up water based creams or lotions with an oil helps to reduce TEWL (Trans epidermal water loss ) which locks in moisture. Some oils are rich in fatty acids and are good sources of vitamin E which helps with the elasticity of the skin. Viewing 3 reply threads → 4th Trimester (Post birth)