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Fitting Into Your Pre-pregnancy Clothes

Author: Tabatha Jones Author Ranking Blue | Posted: 20-03-2008 | Comments: 0 | Views: 107 | Rating:  (91) Article Popularity - Blue (?) Got a Question? Ask.
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This is one of the first things on many women’s minds after giving birth. One thing to remember is everyone is different and don’t compare yourself to celebrities who usually have expert chefs and trainers. I know it isn’t what you want to hear but be patient and remember it is in your control.

If you gained a normal 25-35 pounds and are willing to eat healthy and exercise regularly you can count on fitting back into your pre-pregnancy clothes within 6 months. After giving birth you’ll lose between 8-15 pounds depending on the size of your baby. Keep in mind that your hips will spread and you may feel wider but it doesn’t mean you have more weight on you. Usually, you will lose half of the weight you gained during pregnancy within the first six weeks following. A good rule of thumb is 2 pounds a week after that. However, the last 5 pounds is what usually gets us. Try not to weigh yourself, it can take a while to start losing weight and you don’t want to get discouraged.

Eating healthy and cutting back on your portion size is essential to your weight loss and overall energy level. Eat several small meals throughout the day. I know this is hard since you probably stretched your stomach during pregnancy. Keep in mind that after a week or so your stomach will shrink. Try serving yourself on a salad plate to help moderate how much you’re consuming. Never miss a meal. Eat breakfast, lunch and dinner and have several healthy snacks in between. This keeps your metabolism high, allowing you to burn more body fat throughout the day.

Don’t forget your water. Be sure to drink your 8 cups. Proper hydration helps your muscles and metabolism work at their best and drinking plenty of water also helps you feel full. An added bonus is beautifully hydrated skin.

Exercise is crucial, it not only helps with your weight loss but also gives you energy, relieves stress and gives you self confidence. It would be best if you could start a routine. Get up before the baby or exercise while he is taking a nap or gone down for the night. Whatever you prefer try to pick something you can stick to. Once you start doing it, it will become habit. Think of exercising as your time. You deserve it.

If it’s to hard to find time, try to incorporate exercise into playing with your baby or even take him for a walk. Every little bit helps.

Remember it’s hard work but isn’t your baby worth it?

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