We're overjoyed that Kate Middleton is expecting her first baby with Prince William. Here are our beauty picks to care for your body both during and after pregnancy.
1. Mama Mio Tummy Rub Butter
This Tummy Rub Butter improves elasticity of the skin during your pregnancy. Use it as your bump grows, and then for four months after your baby is born to reduce stretch marks. It is rich in Omega 3, 6 and 9 and shea butter. (£23, 125g)
2. Mama Mio Boob Tube Bust and Neck Firmer
During pregnancy, expectant mums' bust size will increase dramatically. Use Boob Tube Bust and Neck Firmer to protect the precious skin in this area. It boosts collagen production for skin strength and elasticity as well as nourishing with omega-rich ingredients. (£29.50, 100ml)
3. Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at the Royal Wedding
Kate and Wills got married in April 2011 - and melted the nation's heart when they kissed on the balcony at Buckingham Palace.
4. Mama Mio Lucky Legs
Heavy tired legs are a common side-effect of pregnancy, Lucky Legs from Mama Mio is a mini spa treatment that glides on to instantly cool and ease weary limbs. (£16.50, 100ml)
5. Prince William and Kate Middleton
Prince William and Kate Middleton announced their engagement at the end of 2010. It was the beginning of a fairytale...
6. Melvita Firming Body Milk for Mum
Melvita has formulated a Body Milk to suit mums' needs. It moisturises skin but also tones and restores suppleness. It uses shea butter, evening primrose, hemp and avocado oils, linseed extract, chestnut and plant amino acids. (£17.50).
7. Essential Care Organic Bump Butter
This Organic Bump Butter uses a blend of organic plant oils to help prevent stretchmarks. Easily absorbed & non-greasy on clothing, this nourishing butter will help keep skin supple and maintain optimum elasticity as your baby grows. It's lightly fragranced with an uplifting blend of organic citrus & ylang ylang flower essential oils.
8. Organic Babies Mum & Baby Rescue Balm
This Certified Organic Rescue Balm is perfect for dry skin for both mum and baby. It soothes nipples during and after breastfeeding. (£9.70, 100ml).
9. Kate Middleton and Prince William at the Olympics
'Go Team GB!' Kate and Will embrace as they cheer on Britain during the Olympics. They look so happy!
10. Elemis Japanese Camellia Body Oil Blend
This light body oil is easily absorbed and rich in plant collagen to keep the skin moisturised and supple. It is perfect for pregnancy massage and helps prevent stretch marks and reduce the formation of scar tissue.(£29.50, 100ml).
11. Organic Babies Newborn Hamper
A great present for expecting mums; Organic Babies Newborn Hamper is packed with products from the Organic Babies Certified Organic, natural and Fairtrade baby range. This wicker hamper is filled with must-haves for new mums. Please note, while a all products are mild, gentle and suitable from birth it's recommend just water is used for the first month of your baby’s life. (£34.99).
12. Essential Care Organic Calming Spritz
This Organic Calming Spritz is an aromatherapeutic blend of rose petal water and essential oils of clary sage and lavender. It creates a calming atmosphere during labour and in baby's nursery. It's also great as a gentle cleansing spritz for sticky fingers and nappy changes. (£8.50, 30ml).
13. Melvita Stretch Mark Prevention Restructuring Care
This cream combines the restructuring qualities of sea buckthorn, rosehip, baobab and inca inchi oils with the repairing and firming properties of thyme honey, centella, mamaku fern and chlorella. Smooth and creamy, it leaves the skin soft, supple and toned. (£20).
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