Mums need to baby their skin too

{bull}Avoid using soap. It removes natural oils from the skin, so try a moisturising body wash for a healthy glow.

{bull}Don't spend too long in the bath. This can dehydrate the skin and can leave it looking dull. To avoid this, use a moisturising bath soak to re-hydrate.

{bull}After you wash, use a good moisturising body lotion.

{bull}Feet can get tired and swollen when you're pregnant. A refreshing foot gel with menthol can pep you up.

Asia Pacific Aromatherapy manager Loren Lo says to avoid essential oils during the early weeks of pregnancy - apart from cardamom. It's 'very good for morning sickness', she says. Use one to two drops in a burner, or dilute into a base oil for massage.