Shilpa Patel Shilpa Patel Asked 6 months ago

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?

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Meena Agarwal Meena Agarwal Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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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.

Kavita Rao Kavita Rao Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

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.

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

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.

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Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

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.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined May 2026 5 months ago

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.

Kabir Singh Kabir Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

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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Ananya Rao Ananya Rao Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

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?

Shanta Devi Shanta Devi Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

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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