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02 Jan '06
5 min read
It is estimated that 20 to 40% of all pregnant woman develop venous problems. It may develop as early as 6 weeks into pregnancy, sometimes even before your first missed menstrual period. Vein disease is even sometimes the first sign of pregnancy!
Venous problems in pregnancy also cause great discomfort or pain in the lower body, including tired, achy and heavy legs or swollen ankles or feet.
These problems may disappear after pregnancy. However, left untreated, at least one half of women affected will have this condition permanently, according to medical studies.
Stretch marks and cellulite in pregnancy
Cellulite is a build up of fat deposits underneath the skin. It's usually visible on your thighs, hips and buttocks. Cellulite is very common in pregnancy. The reason? weight gain and hormone changes.
Pregnant women can now treat themselves to the gentle power of therapeutic supportwear from LegLuxe.com. Our exclusive chic will make them look beautiful outside while keeping their body cozy and healthy inside.
Often referred to as the "orange-peel" or "cottage-cheese" effect, cellulite plagues over 90% of women today. Resistant to diet and exercise, cellulite affects even young, thin women who are devoted followers of stringent exercise and nutritional regimens.