Losing Weight After Giving Birth

Many women are ecstatic after giving birth, but this joy can sometimes fade after they look in the mirror. Most women experience some leftover weight from their pregnancy and worry about how to take it off. Though dieting and an exercise regimen are important, it is also important to stay healthy. Following a few simple steps will ensure that you take off that extra baby fat in a safe and healthy way.

Things You'll Need

• Healthy foods
• Doctor's advise

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Instructions

Losing Weight After Birth

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  Ensure that you are eating a well-balanced diet after having your child. Don't begin a weight-loss program until about three months after having a child. This will give your menstrual cycle time to normalize. A

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  Start with an exercise regime, but do not overexert yourself. If you were not exercising during your pregnancy, then it is especially important to start slowly. Start by walking around your neighborhood, and you can even take your newborn with you. This will prime your body for a more rigorous routine once your body has fully healed.

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  Eat several healthy, but small, meals every day. This will keep your metabolism primed and your energy up. This is especially important if you are breastfeeding.

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  Fatty and highly processed foods should be avoided. Eating whole grains, low-fat dairy products, fruits and vegetables will help you lose weight.

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  Do not get discouraged if other mothers seem to lose their baby weight quicker.