Post Pregnancy Weight Loss Challenges

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Trishia Serinton</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>Weight gain during pregnancy is a natural phenomenon. 'Baby weight' refers to the weight that has gained not only by the growing fetus and the enlarging womb but also the deposition of fat around the abdomen. Once the baby is delivered, the mother can have a tough time trying to lose the extra weight. If the mother had some extra weight before pregnancy, it can actually make the process even tougher.<br /> <br /> Below, we will be discussing some of the basic ways to get rid of unwanted weight after a mother has delivered her baby.<br /> <br /> 1. Keep hydrated<br /> <br /> Drink plenty of water after pregnancy to make sure that dehydration is not an issue. The extra liquid that you consume will also contribute to a fuller feeling in the stomach, which also helps some to avoid eating too much food. Don't over-do it though, drink only what your body craves.<br /> <br /> 2. Do not have overly strict diets<br /> <br /> This may sound as surprising advice but trying to lose weight by following a strict diet can reduce the amount of nutrients that you passed down to your baby through breast milk. Weight loss is thought to be more healthy when it is done in a steady and slower pace, instead of trying to drop a lot of weight in a short period of time. Consuming healthy foods such as plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables are excellent at keeping hunger at bay and making sure the weight comes off gradually.<br /> <br /> 3. Be sure to exercise regularly<br /> <br /> Plain old exercise is still quite effective. Excess calories can be burned in many ways, including cardiovascular exercises like aerobics which will maintain muscles and bone density. Exercises can include a brisk walk, jogging, swimming and cross-training. Endorphins are release during exercise, and this will do a lot to elevate one's mood. When the new mother uses exercise to lose weight, it has the added benefit of helping to reduce stress levels. It is essential that a doctor's advice on the sought before commencing any exercise program.<br /> <br /> 4. Continue breastfeeding<br /> <br /> The baby receives essential nutrients and fats from breastmilk that helps build antibodies for the newborn, and gives them the important nutrition they need. At this time, the full effects that breastfeeding has on weight loss can not be truly determined. Breastfeeding should be continued either way if possible, as it's very healthy for the baby.<br /> <br /> 5. Get plenty of rest<br /> <br /> Going through pregnancy can be taxing on the body, and looking after an infant can raise stress levels even further. Researchers have shown that losing weight from pregnancy is much easier if the mother is getting at least seven hours of sleep each night. <br /> <br /> Conclusion<br /> <br /> These methods that are time-tested and proven will help a new mother to shed the excess weight from a pregnancy in a healthy way.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>See <a href="http://iapam.com/vitamin-b12-for-weight-loss">Vitamin b12 for weight loss</a> info at the IAPAM. Find all you need to know about Medical Aesthetic Training at <a href="http://iapam.com/botoxtraining">www.iapam.com</a>.</div><br /> </div><br />

Post Pregnancy Weight Loss Challenges

By Trishia Serinton Weight gain during pregnancy is a natural phenomenon. 'Baby weight' refers to the weight that has gained not...

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