Category: Body after Baby

A glance at the tabloids and celebrity gossip magazines makes it seem as though every single female celebrity is getting pregnant, having the baby and then miraculously losing the baby weight. While some celebrities claim to share their secrets, in many cases, their methods of rapid post-pregnancy weight loss are unrealistic for the average woman. Some of their secrets may help you lose that post baby weight, though.

Your baby’s been delivered via C-section and is growing healthily. You’ve lost most of your pregnancy weight, and most parts of your body have returned to normal. Now, however, you are struggling to lose the extra belly fat you gained during your pregnancy. It takes time for your stomach to go back to its usual size after pregnancy, so patience is key. According to BabyCenter, your uterus will shrink back to its pre-pregnancy size about a month after the baby is born. Breast feeding will also help you shed the extra fat, as will cutting back on calories and exercising.

Now that your baby is in your arms, you might be ready to rid your body of those excess pounds you needed to carry your baby. If you had a cesarean section, you know the additional restraints you have that are keeping you from exercise. The surgery’s effects and pain are intense reminders of the warnings from your doctor to take it easy. If you are starting to feel antsy and ready to get back to working out, look for exercises that won’t put too much pressure on your delicate abdominal muscles. Slow, steady exercise is your key to success while you wait for your body to fully heal.