How much weight loss after giving birth?
It's been a few days since I delivered my baby, and I'm still feeling quite heavy. My sister said some weight goes off right away. How much weight loss is typical after giving birth?
It's been a few days since I delivered my baby, and I'm still feeling quite heavy. My sister said some weight goes off right away. How much weight loss is typical after giving birth?
Right after delivery, you naturally lose quite a bit – the baby, placenta, fluids. That's usually about 5-6 kgs. The rest takes time, dear. Be patient and kind to your body.
I lost around 6-7 kgs immediately after giving birth, which was mostly the baby's weight and fluid. The remaining 5-7 kgs took me about 6-8 months with healthy eating and gentle walks. Don't compare yourself to others; focus on recovery and nourishing your body for breastfeeding if you choose to.
Post-delivery, women typically lose 5-7 kgs right away (baby, placenta, fluid). The remaining weight loss is gradual and varies significantly. It usually takes 6-12 months to return to pre-pregnancy weight, but it's not a race. Focus on recovery and nutrition.
The initial weight loss is natural due to the delivery itself. For the rest, a balanced vegetarian diet with plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, along with proper hydration, is key. Avoid processed foods. This helps with both recovery and gradual weight loss without compromising nutrients.
Look, everyone loses different amounts right after birth, but please do not fall for any 'quick fix' remedies you see online to shed the rest. Your body has gone through a huge change. Consult your gynaecologist for a safe recovery and weight loss plan. They are the experts.
My wife lost like 5-6 kgs immediately after giving birth, that's like the baby plus all the other stuff. The rest, she's still working on it, like 6 months later. It's a slow process, I guess, no magic formula.
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I'm just learning about all this. So, after the initial loss, how long does it usually take for the rest of the weight to go? Is breastfeeding really helpful for losing weight, or is that a myth?
Dekho, bachcha hone ke baad, 5-7 kilo toh turant kam ho jaata hai. Baaki ka time lagta hai, dheere-dheere. Jaldi mat karo, sharir ko araam do. Doctor se pooch kar hi kuch exercise shuru karna.
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