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2 Apr 2024

Navigating Postpartum Weight Loss

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Navigating Postpartum Weight Loss
As you embark on your postpartum journey, it's natural to have questions about weight loss after giving birth. Remember, it took nine months to grow your beautiful baby, so be patient with yourself as you work towards your postpartum weight loss goals.
Embrace a Nourishing Diet
  • Focus on nutrient-dense foods that provide the necessary energy and nutrients to support your recovery and breastfeeding journey.
  • Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains in your meals.
  • Opt for healthy fats like avocados and nuts, which provide essential nutrients and help you feel satisfied. Don't forget to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
Start Slow with Gentle Exercise
  • Ease into your fitness routine by incorporating gentle exercises that promote strength and flexibility.
  • Begin with postpartum-specific exercises, such as pelvic floor exercises and gentle yoga, to help restore your core strength.
  • As you feel more comfortable, gradually increase the intensity and duration of your workouts. Remember to listen to your body and consult your healthcare provider before starting any new exercise regimen.
Prioritize Sleep and Self-Care
  • As a new mom, getting enough sleep might seem like an impossible task. However, prioritizing sleep and practicing self-care is crucial for postpartum weight loss.
  • Aim to get adequate rest, even if it means taking short naps when your baby sleeps.
  • Engage in activities that help you relax and unwind, such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, or enjoying a warm bath.
  • Taking care of yourself mentally and emotionally will positively impact your overall well-being and weight loss journey.
Seek Support and Stay Positive
  • Remember, you are not alone on this postpartum weight loss journey. Seek support from family, friends, or even online communities of fellow moms who are going through similar experiences.
  • Surround yourself with people who uplift and encourage you. It's essential to stay positive and embrace your body's incredible journey of creating life.
  • Celebrate every small victory along the way and remember that self-love and acceptance are just as important as reaching your weight loss goals.
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Carebear
12 Jan 2024

Postpartum hair loss is no joke i feel like balling my eyes out because every time i brush it more and more comes out

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Eeeya
You're Beautiful no matter what and your hair will start growing back soon. Do you still breast feed?
27 Mar 2024

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Carebear
Yes I breastfeed and thank you. You don’t know how much I needed to here that lol
27 Mar 2024

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Shakiya
13 Jul 2023

19 days postpartum and 25lbs down so far 🥰🩵. Hoping my weight keeps sliding off! Halfway to my pre baby weight. My incision is also looking good still even though I had a scare with a seroma last week

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Katelyn
How did recovery go with the seroma? I have one and just feel overwhelmed by the whole thing
27 Mar 2024

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Shakiya
It was rough in the beginning, mines drained so I had to constantly keep a dressing over it. And then I also had to wash it and throughly dry it 3-4 times per day. After about a week it was much better tho.
27 Mar 2024

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Gigi
17 Feb 2023

Postpartum hair loss is no joke!!! I need some serious help lol, what worked for you guys?

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Alicia🍂🎃🌙
Honestly, nothing is working for me. Seems like we have to just ride it out
27 Mar 2024

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Gigi
Damm have you tried the Millie organics hair oil? Everyone says it works wonders but I haven’t tried it
27 Mar 2024

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Jonessa
30 Aug 2022

Five kids where???? People swore up and down I wasn't going to lose my baby weight I started at 232 now I'm 193 2 weeks postpartum 😊😊

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Nesha
Where they vaginal or c section
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Jonessa
4 vaginally and my last one was a c-section
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