Having a baby is one of the best moments and feelings in the whole world. But despite the bliss and fulfillment, there is one problem! You want to shed off those pounds and return to your pre-baby figure. To start losing weight, check out the following for easy and simple tips.
Post Pregnancy Weight Loss Tips
Get some sleep
This is very hard to achieve with a new baby. But not getting enough sleep will make you crave for food, especially for sweets. Have a schedule with your husband in taking care of the baby. If your baby is asleep, then go ahead and get some Zzz too.
Saying no to crash diet
It may be true that eating less means reducing more weight, but it may also mean losing nutrients that your body needs to have the energy for your daily routine.
As you will be taking care of your newborn, including breastfeeding him, you have to eat three times a day with nutrient-balanced meals. This will not let you crave for snacks, which means lesser calories to take in. With balanced diet, you are not only taking care of yourself, but you are also doing it for your baby.
Have more fiber
This tip is advantageous for you. First, fiber gives you more energy, giving you plenty of it to take care of baby and yourself. Fiber also makes you feel fuller because it slows down digestion and will then reduce the level of the hunger hormone.
Be realistic
Not all women can go back easily to their figure after giving birth. If you are one of them, accept the reality. Then after accepting it, you can figure out what to do. Take it easy on yourself. As they say, slowly but surely. Do not give up losing weight when you do not see the effects in the first month. Have a realistic period of time. How about losing one to six pounds in a year, does it sound more achievable rather than 20 pounds in a year? You can shed 20 pounds in a year, but you have to put so much effort given your current situation.
Count your calories
Know your present weight, and you will be aware as to how many calories you need to maintain, lose, or gain weight. You can have a food diary to monitor your calorie intake. There are mobile apps now that can help you count calories.
Exercise
If you really want to get back into shape, add exercise and physical activities in your routine. Even if carrying your baby is a form of exercise, it is not enough for you to lose weight. Start with light exercises so that your body will be used to it first. And if you have adjusted, take your workout to the next level.
Join a support group
You are not alone on this. There are also women like you and those who have successfully did it. So, it is nice to get tips from them. Also, share your thoughts and they may also want these tips.
Having problems on post-pregnancy weight? Well, consider these tips and start shedding the pounds off today!
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