Pregnancy Skin Tightness & Discomfort: Causes & Relief

Question
My daughter in law is 6 months pregnant with her 2nd child, and at 5'1", she feels there is not enough room for her baby and states her skin is tight and hurting. She describes the "pain" as above as opposed to the normal below the b elly stretch mark area. Is this normal and what can we help her with to alleviate some of the uncomfortableness she is experiencing.

Answer
Hello Kelly. She can try taking some extra Vit. E to help with the elasticity of her deeper layers of skin. There is very little to be done about the lack of elasticity- it can be the result of questionable nutrition. She needs to be sure to drink at least 2 litres of water a day- that's WATER- not coffee, tea, soda, juices etc- water. She might also get good help from a consultation with a midwife- I have a gut feeling that this has more to do with emotional issues than physical. Hope that helps- Cheri.