The thin blue line! Not the Police, but the Clearblue positive pregnancy test meaning months of anticipation and planning ahead. Everything changes, not least your diet, and how you look after yourself from the outside in is paramount.

Yes, pregnancy is an exciting time but seems to come part and parcel with skincare concerns. Myself, I wanted to take the natural route as often as possible, and just try to be more aware of what I'm putting in to my body and therefore into baby. Here are some botanic and organic products for stretchmarks, cellulite and swollen ankles, for when we want to use healthier solutions during pregnancy, from brands that are attempting to redress the chemical nature (that's oxymoronic, isn't it?) of skincare.

Many women are only too familiar with the little c. No matter how much exercise we do or how healthy we eat, cellulite still seems to be there! And this is especially true after you've been pregnant. While sufficient exercise and a healthy diet can assist to counteract the cellulite, improving circulation with massaging the affected areas is the key. The newly developed Dr.Hauschka Lemon Lemongrass Body Oil ($47) is the perfect massage oil to treat these annoying problem areas. It’s fruity, fresh composition of jojoba oil, lemon peel, mistletoe, horsetail and lemongrass assists to firm the skin and strengthen the connective tissue by stimulating circulation and facilitating the skin’s natural rhythms and functions. The divine aroma helps to release your thoughts to relax while strengthening your inner well-being.