Losing Baby weight...

MarchBaby21 · 2021-09-14T15:09:19+00:00

I see you had your baby in August. Please give yourself time. I know we’re all about self-improvement here and I’m not dismissing the importance of maintaining a healthy weight- but there are moments in life where that can’t take precedence. Less than 2 months postpartum is one of them.

My daughter is 6 months old and I’m still hanging on to 20lbs. I unfortunately cannot calorie cut without a significant drop in my milk supply. I’ve tried several times and every attempt has ended in me needing to supplement with my freezer stash, which isn’t sustainable.

My husband saw me trying and knows that we have to choose between weight loss and exclusively breastfeeding. He is 100% on board with prioritizing breastfeeding in this season of life.

Many women are able to lose weight and BF but not all. Talk to your husband and take your time. Things will be okay and this isn’t forever!

anothergoodbook · 2021-09-14T11:24:24+00:00

I’ve been listening to We Only Look Thin podcast for some really good weight loss advice.

In the end though needing to burn more calories than you bring in (while keeping up your milk supply) is the key. There’s no secret beyond that.

Is your supply pretty established at this point? I wouldn’t try anything if that’s a concern still.

OmarNBradley · 2021-09-14T14:11:05+00:00

According to your comment history you just had this baby in August. Your body is still recovering from childbirth and adjusting to breastfeeding. A lot of women find it impossible to lose all the baby weight until they stop breastfeeding. If you are past the six-week period you can start exercising but your goals should be realistic at this point; postpartum hormones and breastfeeding and broken sleep are all things that affect weight loss so go easy on yourself.

shayzelala · 2021-09-14T13:47:33+00:00

It depends on how postpartum you are. I have a hard time losing weight while breastfeeding until about 9 months pp. When I did gain weight with my 5th child postpartum it was a combination of thyroid issues (not uncommon after birth) and eating too too much sweets. This time after baby, I’ve been taking milk thistle to keep my liver working well and hormones in check. My swelling is way down, I lost ten pounds, I feel healthier, I walk every day. I look okay but I’m still 20 pounds too heavy for my body. But I’m okay with that right now while I focus on feeding baby. I’ll start calorie counting later and then do the 1200 is plenty diet at one year pp. I breastfeed until at least two years of age and after about 12 months calorie restriction doesn’t affect my supply unless I’m dehydrated.

HappilyMrs · 2021-09-14T11:53:10+00:00

How old is your baby?

LateralThinker13 · 2021-09-14T16:08:28+00:00

Hard to do while still breastfeeding.

Teacup000 · 2021-09-14T18:26:18+00:00

I recommend cutting out all liquids apart from water, and drinking a glass of water when you feel hungry in between meals. Water can fill your tummy, and the body can sometimes confuse thirst with hunger (meaning that your body might need water when it tells you that you need food). I believe fresh oats and watermelon are said to boost milk supply, so I'd add those into your diet.

I wouldn't worry too much about diet and exercise besides walks. Breastfeeding definitely comes first, and it burns calories in and of itself. Once your little one is about 6 months and supplementing with food, you could look a little more into it.

I put on 20-25 pounds in my pregnancy and lost it all a few months postpartum, I believe. But I think my body type is uncommon. I'm 5'4, and a bit under 105 pounds.

catcatcat000 · 2021-09-14T19:08:59+00:00

I'm in exactly the same position as you. I've never been concerned with milk supply and so I'm just reducing calories to lose the weight. So far I've lost 4kgs of the 11kgs I wanted to lose.

I'm doing noom which is working fairly well. I love fruit and veg so I just eat a huge amount of those every day (think 10 portions per day) with my meals to make myself feel fuller.

Yesterday my husband said he noticed I'd lost a lot of the baby weight which was nice to hear! It's only been a few weeks for me but I don't believe in putting it off. I don't like being overweight and I don't want to stay like this a second longer than I need to.

HappilyMrs · 2021-09-14T22:45:41+00:00

Your baby is young and you are still recovering. Focus should be on a healthy, well-rounded diet with lots of fresh fruit and veg. Get exercise but do not push too hard. Breastfeeding will take some of the calories off. But what is important is you being healthy for your baby.

Electronic_Trainer_4 · 2021-09-14T12:08:03+00:00

Trainer here. A combination of weights and cardio is going to give you the best weight loss long term. Doing cardio only will plateau you weight loss. Most diets works because they are all a form of calories restriction. So find one that works for you be it keto, paleo, low carb or high protien high fat. Obviously because you are breastfeeding you don't want to dip too low on the calories but my best advice is to find a trainer at your local gym who is also a mum or has trained mum post baby. There might be certain stuff you can't do and it will be best if you have someone writing your program for you even if you see them monthly or weekly.

OutsideSwordfish8631 · 2021-09-15T01:43:25+00:00

Yes ma'am. Start chugging back 6-8 bottles of water a day. I am 4.5 months post partum and I have lost all my weight from barely having a chance to eat lol and...chugging waters back like nobody's business. I also never got to try keto officially, and always wanted to. Give yourself grace too ok? You just had your baby in August and your hormones are wild. You will lose some weight each month. By 6 months post partum if you're still not where you need to be for your sanity, consider knowing 160s ain't bad at all. I get it though. But, please don't assume perfection. Enjoy your baby and your body will bounce back with more womanhood!

m_owom · 2021-09-15T20:54:14+00:00

I know this won't answer your question, but I also just had my baby in August and after I gave birth, I was 25 pounds heavier than when I got pregnant. I quickly lost 5 pounds while breastfeeding and not restricting calories (since I started breastfeeding I get more hungry than ever before) and since then, my weight has stayed the same. At first I was very concerned about not losing weight, as I thought I would be back to "normal" in two months. However, I grew to accept the new weight and instead of worrying about it, give myself time to heal and focus on providing best nutrition for my baby. Same day I decided on that, I ordered myself flattering jeans in my new size and my mental state has been way better since!

smc0303 · 2021-09-18T21:19:51+00:00

I’d say to 1. Go easy on yourself since you’re newly postpartum (as others have said). 2. Focus on foods that boost your milk supply, eat regular meals, drink plenty of water, and try to be active. Maybe go for long walks with your baby if the weather is nice enough. When I had my son three years ago, walking is what helped me lose the 50 lbs I gained during pregnancy fairly quickly. However, he was on formula so I’d imagine it would’ve taken a little bit longer to lose it all if I had breastfed him. I’m planning on attempting to breastfeed our next baby due in January, so I’m going to not focus on losing the weight super quickly. I’m a naturally “thinner” person, but having babies has given me a bit more a curvier shape that I actually quite like now, and my husband likes it too. Your body does change after having babies, and I believe it’s important to work with your body and your new lifestyle after having kids.

harunoyousei · 2021-09-24T03:36:38+00:00

From personal experience, breastfeeding and eating habits don't make a difference. The weight is handled differently by my body than before.

pame12 · 2021-09-14T20:52:05+00:00

You can try and exclusively eat meat, or mostly meat, because meat takes the most energy to process out of any foods.

Title	Losing Baby weight...
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Date	September 14, 2021 10:22 AM UTC (4 years ago)
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