Gaining weight during pregnancy is natural and healthy, but many women want to get back to their former bodies as soon as possible. It is crucial to remember to go slowly when trying to lose the weight you gained during your pregnancy.
Here are some helpful tips for getting back into your pre-pregnancy clothes.
Exercise
Exercising after your pregnancy has multiple benefits. Not only will it help you lose the extra weight you gained during pregnancy, but it can also alleviate post-partum depression.
When returning to exercise after having a baby, it’s important to ease into it. It’s recommended to wait at least six weeks after delivery. To start, try low-impact exercises such as walking, yoga or swimming. Make sure to design your workout routine in a way that will fit easily into your schedule and lifestyle so that you can stick with it long term. You may also want to find someone else who is in a similar stage of life to exercise with, such as a neighbor or another new mom.
Start slow: It’s recommended that you start with 10-minute exercises and then gradually increase the time as you feel more confident. However, don’t exceed 30 minutes and if you start to feel dizzy or short of breath, stop immediately.
Work Out at Home
Yoga exercises are an excellent choice for in-home working out, especially during the early post pregnancy period.
Healthy Weight Loss By Eating Right
A low-calorie diet is one way to lose your pregnancy pounds, in addition to exercising. Try to consume at least 1200 calories a day, and space your caloric intake out by eating 4-5 small meals throughout the day instead of 3 large ones. This will help keep your metabolism burning at its optimal level. You should go no longer than 4 hours between meals.
Walk, Walk, Walk
Walking is a great way to get some exercise, and the best part is that you don’t need any special equipment. All you need is a good pair of shoes, clear weather and your newborn! Even tiny babies can benefit from getting some fresh air.
Weight gain during pregnancy is natural and healthy for both you and your baby. However, many women are anxious to get back into their pre-pregnancy clothes as soon as possible. The safest and healthiest way to achieve this is through a combination of cutting calories and exercising regularly.
