I recently had a baby on May 1st. During my pregnancy I gained 80lbs. WOW yea I know thats alot!! But anyway when my daughter was born she weighed 8lb 12oz and just by leaving the hospital I lost 38lbs. After that it seemed the weight just melted off for about 4 weeks. I lost another 22lbs and then stopped. I have 20lbs left to be back to normal and I would like to know what way would be most effective. More info I will add is that I just moved to a new town, actually a whole new state, my husband is in the Marines so I moved to live with him. So I dont really know anyone so Im not to crazy about leaving my daughter with strangers so i can go to the gym or anything. And I know it may make a difference in what I can do so Ill let everyone know also that I had a c-section. Which most of my flab is in my belly still and Im wondering about crunches and stuff. Please help!! Thank you
2007-07-10 04:27:44 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Walk 3-4 times a week.. Take the Baby Stroller during the morning for about 30-45 min.. Eat Healthier, And when you get better do Sit ups...
Take care..
Bcn_mimosa
2007-07-10 04:32:45 · answer #1 · answered by bcn_mimosa 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not sure how old the baby is, but congrats. I also had a c-section, wasnt easy getting the weight off. Try dieting, and take the baby with you for walks. Cardio is the easiest way to lose belly fat. You heal from the outside in, so you might not be all the way healed, so take it slow at first. The more often you walk the faster the weight will come off. My boyfriend is also a marine, so keep him, hes probably a good guy! Best wishes
2007-07-10 04:33:06 · answer #2 · answered by amberpurkey2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Losing weight after a baby really isn't that difficult. I don't know if you are breast feeding, but it is a great way to burn calories. Also, you are again ready to work out. Start with walking a couple of miles a day. You can even do this pushing your newborn in a stroller. It is GREAT for both you and your baby! There is nothing like fresh air for a newborn. One of the keys to exercise is to get your heart rate up. That helps to burn calories. Crunches are certainly fine to do for your tummy too. Obviously calorie intake and the type of calories you are taking in have a lot to do with being able to drop as well. I would stay away from sugar completely. Balancing meals with lean proteins and quality carbs (whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and unsaturated fat) reduces cravings and bindgeing. For your dinner, limit simple carbs like bread, rice, or pasta to one serving, or skipping them altogether. "This move forces you to load up on veggies, which everyone needs." Personally, if you are going to eat carbs, do it early on in the morning. That way you will be certain to burn them off by the time you are ready to hit the hay.
2007-07-10 04:39:34 · answer #3 · answered by Just a writer at the sea... 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congrats! Yes there are us unforunate sharing the same belly fat problems. If your belly stretched normally with no stretch marks then you should have better luck in getting it back to normal. Since I have belly problem and have tried to find ways, then this is my answer: eat less or more of good for you organic food, exercise at home with handheld weights and move about all different ways to music or tv program. Crunches do work too. If you have lose belly then the only way to get back to your prepregnancy belly is surgery.
2007-07-10 04:36:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat 5 6 small meals a day instead of 3
2016-02-24 23:51:54 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best way is to breatfeed they say that you lose you weight dast that was my problem i didn't breatfeed so it was hard fo rmww to lose the weight but i say execrise alot and try not to drink alot if soda the best thing is water hope this helps
2007-07-10 04:31:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take the baby for walks... If it's too hot go to the local mall and walk with the stroller.. It's a good way to get out and see other people.. You can try crunches just be sure you're doing them properly so you don't hurt yourself... I don't know how long it takes for a c-section to fully heal... good luck
2007-07-10 04:32:08 · answer #7 · answered by pebblespro 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've had a lot of luck with Winsor Pilates. I know all about not wanting to leave your daughter with anyone. I also had a c section. I also like The Firm, but pilates is better for the core and stomach.
2007-07-10 04:32:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
carry a cooler stocked with three bottles of water a six pack four pb js two oranges a bag of tortilla chips and 12 servings of cool cucumber salsa go to womenshealthmag allrecipes com for the recipe for 22 minutes
2016-03-18 06:11:23 · answer #9 · answered by Rosita 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Visit:
http://www.annecollins.com/weight_loss_tips/postpartum-weight-loss.htm
2007-07-10 05:21:50 · answer #10 · answered by Vahid 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋