Dear Mom,
Most new moms struggle with -in their perception- too many pesky baby pounds after giving birth. While the joy of the birth of your little treasure is huge, the accumulated reserves are a thorn in the side of many mamas. Certainly this isn’t always the case, after all, bodies come in all shapes and weight gain doesn’t look the same for all of us, however, getting back to pre-baby body is a common often unachieved goal among young mommies. In this blog article, I’ll tell you 4 tips to permanently get rid of your baby flab and answer the most important questions around the topic. 😊
Baby fat after birth
A certain amount of weight gain during pregnancy is quite normal and, above all, healthy and necessary. After all, not only do you now need to get all the important nutrients and vitamins, but so does your unborn baby. Although expectant mothers only need about ten percent more calories per day than before pregnancy, a healthy weight gain means that 7-18kg more can be added to the scales during pregnancy. In multiple pregnancies, significantly more. The exact weight gain varies from mom to mom and depends entirely on body type, initial weight and many other factors.
But regardless of whether you may have only gained less weight, or even significantly more fact that your body has changed significantly after pregnancy. But don’t worry, that doesn’t mean you can’t get back in shape. With the right workout plan and a sophisticated strategy that allows you to easily incorporate your workout sessions into your new mom routine, you’ve taken an important step. I’ll tell you my best tips for postpartum weight loss in the FAQs! One thing I can’t say enough though…. Losing weight slowly is healthier! Not only will you avoid the undesirable yo-yo effect, but controlled weight loss will also prevent you from putting too much on your body and losing too much of that much-needed energy as a mom.
Did you know that losing weight too fast can harm your body? We want to avoid that especially after the birth. After all, your baby needs all your energy now!
How do I get rid of my baby fat fast? - My 4 best tips
1) Take a close look at your diet – A healthy and balanced diet is the be-all and end-all when it comes to a fit lifestyle and a healthy body weight! But you should also pay attention to your diet during your pregnancy. Learn more about proper nutrition during pregnancy in our blog series Nutrition.
2) Exercise regularly – Continuous rather than too hard exercise is extremely important to see long-lasting results. You can also easily share your workouts with your baby. Working out is twice as fun with the two of you! At Move it Mama we provide you with workouts that are tailored to you and your needs. Depending on which phase you are in at the moment.
3) Pay attention to sleep and regeneration – Being a mom demands all your strength and can be very draining. Getting enough sleep is extremely important. With a newborn, this is easier said than done, but make sure that you take small breaks and don’t overload yourself.
4) Breastfeed your baby – By breastfeeding your baby, you use up extra energy, which your body simply gets from the accumulated fat reserves. It is also important to know that especially slim women often have the problem that breastfeeding their baby makes them look emaciated and very thin. Every breastfeeding mother should therefore eat about 500-600 calories more per day than normal! However, make sure that these calories are high in fiber and well-balanced.
How much weight do you lose right after birth?
Your baby already weighs an average of 3.4 kilos at birth. In addition, you will lose the weight of the placenta, amniotic fluid and blood. You will also lose some of the water retention in your body shortly after birth. That’s roughly about six kilos that you lose in no time after pregnancy.
How long does it take to reach normal weight after giving birth?
Normally it takes at least three to six months after the birth until you have lost the pounds you have gained. Exercise is useful for weight problems, but remember that after pregnancy, a lot doesn’t necessarily help! Do smaller sessions regularly rather than going all out.
Why can't I lose weight after giving birth?
A common reason why we moms find it difficult to lose weight after pregnancy is the stress that results from the new daily routine. At the same time, many new moms are initially overwhelmed with the new situation. But this is also completely normal and will pass. Talk to other moms about it!
I hope that these tips will help you to achieve your desired figure. Especially after the birth of your first child, it can seem very difficult to find the right way to lose weight in a healthy way. The little ones need our attention around the clock and that is very exhausting. Despite this, or because of this, it is important that you take care of yourself! I.e. not that you have to put the goal of your desired figure far behind, but you should give yourself time for it!
Keep it Moving,
Your Birte
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