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Clarins Guide Pregnancy, the most beautiful days of your life Beauty advice for the face and body before and after birth. Congratulations, you’re expecting! What an exciting moment in a woman's life... a beautiful love story begins. Clarins is pleased to be sharing with you its expertise and advice so that you’re able to maintain a beautiful complexion and body contours throughout your pregnancy and beyond. These next 9 months are ideal for adopting good beauty habits to keep for a lifetime. When you feel good about yourself, your baby will feel it too! Pregnancy, the most beautiful days of your life. Beauty advice before and after birth This book concerns the beauty aspects of pregnancy. It is not intended to substitute the medical advice given to you by your doctor. Only your doctor knows your medical history, and only he or she can offer appropriate advice. Your doctor should make all final decisions regarding your health and body care during pregnancy. Pregnancy, the most beautiful days of your life. 3pages 2 . Love yourself and love others Maria Knerr Independent midwife, Founder of Association Maternité et Communication For thousands of years, women have relied on the assistance of midwives during and after their pregnancy. Now, women can rely on Clarins for valuable advice on preparing their bodies and minds for giving birth, to help them remain comfortable in a body which is changing and to help them regain a toned, firm body afterwards. Because we fully appreciate the very special nature of these exceptional moments in a woman’s life, Clarins wished to do something practical to help women. It is therefore with great pleasure that we offer you this guide which aims to further a woman’s well- being, comfort and beauty. “ “ “ “ “Moments of plenitudeDoctor François RudichGynaecologist-Obstetrician Pregnancy, childbirth and nursing are moments of intense joy, serenity and fulfillment for a woman. An ideal moment chosen by Clarins to offer specific advice for body care and post-natal exercises, in particular perineal control, contributing to the prevention of incontinence and aiding the quality of life as a couple. This book offers common-sense advice Doctor Pierre Denys Urodynamics Laboratory - Neurological Rehabilitation Unit / Hôpital Raymond Poincaré - Garches “Pregnancy, the Most Beautiful Days of Your Life” deserves special merit by offering not only an excellent beauty guide to accompany women throughout pregnancy, but also specific advice in an area all too often ignored, that of urinary incontinence, which is so very common during and after pregnancy. This book contains excellent, common-sense advice. Smiling is important during pregnancy Doctor Gérard Dupeyrat Stomatologist - Attaché des Hôpitaux de Paris President of Association Visage Sourire I was very pleased to be asked my opinion about teeth and smiling during pregnancy. We mustn’t forget that smiling is an essential element in our society. It was therefore important to clear up certain misconceptions and offer sound advice to women during this happy time. Doctor Bernard Aranda AIHP ACCA - Legal Advisor Court of Appeals Head of Neurology - Neuro-urology Department Centre Hospitalier - Gonesse Jacques Courtin and his team have perfectly analyzed the beauty problems linked with female anatomy and physiology. This book should allow young women, before and after pregnancy, to care for their bodies and for themselves, achieving optimum well-being. The clear, simple exercises described in this book will most certainly contribute to reducing the incidence of pre- and post-natal incontinence. Clear, precise exercises Preface Pregnancy, the most beautiful days of your life. 5pages 4 . This exciting moment in a woman's life is the beginning of a new love story. You're expecting. Being more aware of your body and witnessing the rapid transformations that occur, you may feel a little concerned or apprehensive. This is natural. Rest assured, with a little extra help, Mother Nature will take care of your figure and its return to normal after the baby’s arrival. “Pregnancy, the Most Beautiful Days of Your Life” is based on Clarins experience in skin care and body beauty, and offers that “little extra help” needed to enjoy pregnancy more beautifully. For more than fifty years, Clarins, the Skin Care Specialist, has enhanced the beauty of pregnant women throughout the world. Clarins will guide you through this precious moment in your life, a time when new resolutions for you and your baby are made. Clarins believes that beauty is accessible to everyone and does not require a lot of time or expense, just regularity. Clarins treatments will enhance your beauty and feelings of well-being to ensure an enjoyable pregnancy. Your body will also be better prepared for further pregnancies. Ideally, the body should be prepared for motherhood before pregnancy. This is why, “Pregnancy, the Most Beautiful Days of Your Life” also addresses teenagers and young women. Contrary to popular belief, pregnancy is not the only cause of stretch marks. These damaged or broken fibres of the skin are caused by rapid weight gain, which can occur from the onset of puberty until about the age of thirty. By following Clarins advice, teenagers and young women can prepare their skin to better resist slackening caused by weight gain or pregnancy. The baby responds to your emotions, your happiness and well-being. Everything you do for yourself, you do for your baby. Feeling good about yourself and feeling beautiful will benefit the baby during, and even after pregnancy. This is why “Pregnancy, the Most Beautiful Days of Your Life” is a gift from Clarins for both of you! p.10 Beauty and a healthy lifestyle p.14 Body and bust beauty p.18 Avoid stretch marks p.22 Bust beauty p.25 Leg alert! p.28 Clarins exercise essentials p.28 First and foremost, relax! p.29 Prepare the perineum p.34 Maintain a firm bust p.36 The most complete exercise workout for women, from Clarins p.40 Facial radiance p.46 The right gestures p.47 “Hospital” beauty kit 1. Beauty throughout pregnancy 2. The baby is born p.50 Beauty in hospital p.50 Keep taking care of yourself p.51 The right gestures p.54 A beautiful return home p.54 Body beauty p.56 Bust beauty p.57 Luminous radiance p.59 The right gestures p.61 Clarins exercise essentials p.62 A beautiful baby p.67 The right gestures p.69 Clarins make-up p.71 Essential steps for basic beauty care 1. Beauty throughout pregnancy Pregnancy is natural. It is not an illness. However, it is important to be aware of your body and the changes it is undergoing. Strict diets or “letting yourself go” are extremes to be avoided. Seek the right balance between rest and activity and do not hesitate to consult your doctor or midwife for reassurance and advice. “Pregnancy, the Most Beautiful Days of Your Life” contains basic common-sense guidelines and body beauty advice to help you throughout pregnancy. Avoid trying to do everything at once, you will soon be discouraged. Slowly, surely, and regularly are the keys to success. 11pages 10 . 1. Beauty throughout pregnancy In the morning, take it easy! If you wake up lying on your back, gently roll over onto one side and then gradually sit up. Breathe deeply. Slowly stretch your body, one limb at a time. Do not lift the arms in the air, as this stretches the abdomen. Stroll A half-hour stroll every day is excellent for health and fitness. Wear comfortable flat shoes which support the ankles and don’t overdo it! Walking should be pleasant, never tiring, and is ideal to strengthen the abdominal muscles, stimulate the circulation and increase the vital capacity of the lungs by offering your body 15% more oxygen, essential for both you and your baby. Exercise If you exercise regularly, check with your doctor or midwife which sports you can safely pursue. In any case, avoid energetic sports and always inform your instructor that you are pregnant. If you are not in the habit of exercising, start off gently with walking or swimming. Try side swimming or backstroke as swimming on your front will accentuate an arched back. You could also attend special birth preparation classes designed for mothers-to-be which are often available at local leisure centres and where it is not always necessary to know how to swim. No smoking! Now is the time to finally give up smoking… for you and for your baby. Statistics confirm that heavy smokers often give birth to smaller babies and run a greater risk of premature delivery. Travel in comfort If you commute by public transport, ensure you travel sitting down. It has been confirmed that women who travel frequently risk premature labour. Travel as comfortably as possible. Whether flying or travelling by car, place a small cushion between the seat belt and your abdomen. Because of vibrations, long car journeys should be avoided and travel should only be done when absolutely necessary. Frequent stops are advisable to relax and stretch your legs. Stay close to the hospital or clinic into which you are booked. An even more beautiful smile Don’t worry… today, you can be pregnant and not lose your teeth! It is true, however, that hormonal variations during pregnancy weaken the gums and can encourage the development of tooth decay (due to the lower pH of saliva). During pregnancy you may also experience sensitivity to heat and cold along with inflammation of the gums and bleeding when you brush. So to protect your smile, you should visit your dentist for an oral examination at the start of pregnancy and have a check-up Useful posture tips{ Rest easy: Lie down with feet slightly raised. Do not cross the legs or feet, even lying down, as this can slow down circulation. Lie on one side, preferably the left, as the baby generally lies to this side in the uterus, and it is the most comfortable for both of you. As your pregnancy progresses, you will find that placing a cushion under the head and between the legs or behind the back will provide added comfort. This position is recommended especially towards the end of pregnancy, but starting now will make it a natural reflex later. Beauty and a healthy lifestyle: a new way of life Rest. The body needs approximately 8 to 9 hours of sleep every night. Should you feel the need, short periods of rest throughout the day are generally necessary in the last few weeks of pregnancy. 1. Beauty throughout pregnancy every three months. Contrary to appearances, a gum problem which appears during pregnancy is often only minor. However, if major treatment is necessary, it will be carried out after consulting your gynaecologist. Aesthetic treatments (“improving” your smile) and implants (artificial roots to replace missing teeth) should preferably be carried out before or after pregnancy. Obviously, during the entire pregnancy period, you should take even greater care with your dental hygiene: use this time to get into good habits, so you can keep your beautiful smile for longer. You should brush teeth three times a day, moving up and down (from gum to tooth) with a flexible brush. Use dental floss and if possible, mouthwash and a low pressure dental spray. Pamper yourself! Set aside some time just for you… half an hour to an hour pampering yourself works wonders for the morale and well- being. Spoiling yourself is an extremely therapeutic way to help calm the endless concerns and questions that face mothers-to-be. Taking time for yourself is useful, even essential, to help you recover after childbirth. A calm and rested mother can offer so much more to her child. You will find in the years to come, that these precious moments will benefit the whole family. Make your beauty resolutions now. Take the time to enhance beautiful skin and to regain firm body contours after the baby arrives. 13pages 12 . As the weeks go by, the added weight of your growing baby can cause back and leg fatigue. Correct posture can alleviate or prevent these problems. 1. Flex the knees, save your back. Whenever possible, try to do your shopping with someone who can help carry the heavy parcels. If you must pick up things throughout the day (shopping, sweeping, vacuuming), always bend the knees and keep the back straight when returning to a standing position. This will prevent back strain. Reach for things by bending one knee. 2. Some specialists recommend not raising the arms suddenly, frequently and for long periods. 3. Uncross your legs. To avoid circulation problems, do not cross the legs when sitting and try to stretch them as much as possible to avoid circulatory problems. When sitting, try to keep them raised to relieve “heaviness” and reduce arching your back. Do not remain seated for too long. Take a few steps. Useful posture tips{ 1. Beauty throughout pregnancyBody and bust beauty throughout pregnancy Added curves to body beauty These physical changes may have certain psychological effects. Even though you are thrilled to be expecting, you may feel somehow torn between joy, fatigue and the many questions reeling through your mind. This is natural. Respect your body rhythms and try not to neglect signs of fatigue. Constant weariness should be mentioned to your doctor or midwife. Allow yourself time to rest if you feel the need. The fatigue of the first few months, easily compensated by rest and sleep, is generally followed by a period of immense well-being from the fourth to the sixth month. The final three months are again, often marked by fatigue, a little different from the early months and also mixed with excitement, apprehension and impatience. The first two months of pregnancy almost go unnoticed. Only you will feel the many changes. At first, the only sign is a firmer, fuller bust. Gradually, the abdomen becomes rounder as the uterus progressively changes in volume and shape. Initially about the size of a pear, the uterus eventually stretches to hold a baby measuring 50 cm (21 inches). The breasts swell and become harder and the nipples enlarge in preparation for breast-feeding. Follow the baby’s development Your doctor will probably recommend an ultrasound scan to follow your baby’s development. These scans are totally pain free for both you and your baby. Avoid applying oils or creams to your abdomen the day before and the day of the scan as this may lessen the quality of the photo image. Food watch Weight gain is a normal, inevitable part of pregnancy and can reach from 9 to 13 kilos at the end of term. Women who begin pregnancy with a few extra kilos or those who tend to easily put on weight should be careful. The secret to correct eating habits and stable weight gain during pregnancy is to ensure a varied, well-balanced diet with fresh, healthy foods which provide sufficient quantities of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Use salt sparingly and avoid spicy foods. Dietary essentials… proteins, carbohydrates, fats Proteins, composed of amino acids, are the basic elements which structure the human body. Meat, eggs, fish and dairy products are the principal sources of protein. Carbohydrates are energy-giving foods, and should constitute 50-55% of an expectant mother’s diet. Avoid refined, fast-release sugars (cakes, sweetened drinks, fruit…) whenever possible. Slow- release sugars are preferable (cereals, grains, pasta, rice, pulses, potatoes, bread). The recommended daily requirements are essential for health and well-being. Fats are essential for the development of the human nervous system and are primarily found in oils, butter, milk, egg yolk, meat and oily fish. Fats should not, however, make up more than one third of the total calorie content and are best when eaten uncooked. Mineral salts and trace elements are also an important dietary requirement. Calcium is essential for bone development. At least one litre of skimmed milk is recommended daily. Equivalent quantities of cheese or other dairy products can also be substituted. Milk enriched in iron, magnesium and folic acid for pregnant women is now commonly found in stores. Iron is used by the body to build red blood cells. Increased levels of iron are needed during pregnancy. Ensure an adequate intake of red meat, lentils, beans, almonds, hazelnuts. Spinach is an extremely rich source of iron. Your health practitioner may prescribe iron and vitamin supplements. 15pages 14 . 1. Beauty throughout pregnancy A few last words of wisdom for pregnant women Drink 1.5 litres of water every day to eliminate toxins and ensure correct functioning of the kidneys and bladder. Avoid alcohol. Eat three meals a day. Skipping meals is not good for you or for the baby. However, if you often feel hungry, divide your meals and eat at frequent intervals. Correct eating habits are the basis of health and well-being. Make them part of your normal daily lifestyle, even after pregnancy. 17pages 16 . Breakfast • Tea or coffee with milk • Bread, butter, jam • Fromage frais or Yoghurt Lunch • Melon • Grilled mullet with fennel • Blue cheese • Oven-baked potato • Bread Dinner • Fish soup • Leek pie • Mixed salad • Low fat cheese • Bread The following menu plan contains adequate daily requirements from the major food groups. Cheese or yoghurt is recommended between meals. Contributes to normal growth and to healthy eyesight. Necessary for healthy skin and mucous membranes. Regulates the metabolism of calcium and phosphorus. Ensures normal bone development. Prolongs the life of red blood cells. Helps the functioning of the nervous system. Contributes to the health and well-being of the skin and eyesight. Provides the energy necessary for cellular metabolism. Essential for the synthesis of healthy cell compounds (nucleic acids) and proteins, as well as the formation of red cells. Necessary for the healthy functioning of the nervous system. Contributes to the formation of red cells and prevents certain types of anaemia. Fortifies the natural defenses. Facilitates the absorption of iron. A D E B1 B2 B12 PP Folic acid C Iron, Trace elements Food Vitamins Functions sources Fish, egg yolk, carrots, spinach, apricots, melons. Oily fish, liver, egg yolk, meat, milk fat. Plant oils, liver, wheat germ, cereals, green vegetables, eggs, milk, butter. Wheat germ, cereals, pork, lentils. Milk, egg yolk, yeast, wheat germ, cereals, fruit and vegetables. Meat, fish, egg yolk, shell fish, dairy products. Meat, fish, cereals, fruit and vegetables, yeast from beer. Wheat germ, cereals, spinach, peas, cauliflower, beans, milk. All fruit and vegetables. Meat, green vegetables, salad. 1. Beauty throughout pregnancy Stretch marks occur more frequently in young women particularly from adolescence to the age of thirty, after rapid weight gain. Unfortunately, stretch marks do not disappear, but they do diminish with time and a little help from Smoothing Body Scrub. Of course prevention is better than cure: avoid excess weight gain, and prepare skin for the rigours of pregnancy by enhancing suppleness and resistance. Exfoliate Exfoliation is the first step in body care, and is recommended from adolescence - but it is never too late to start! When used regularly (two or three times a week), Smoothing Body Scrub is effective in three ways. Pregnancy is the ultimate test for skin tone. The elastic fibres of the skin are stretched and risk splitting, causing unattractive stretch marks - at first, blue-red in colour, then pink, and finally turning white. 1. Eliminates surface impurities and dead surface skin cells which prevent the skin from “breathing”. Leaves skin soft and smooth. 2. Reveals fresher, more radiant- looking skin and promotes firmer, more resistant surface skin. Helps prevent “sponginess”. 3. Maximizes the effectiveness of body products applied later. When using Smoothing Body Scr