Hello!

I have a six month old baby and in the last 6 weeks I have been in a calorie deficit and going to the gym 4-5 times a week. I have not lost any weight or centimetres in this time. It is disheartening. I’ve seen my doctor for blood tests and am awaiting the results. But has anyone been in a similar situation? What has worked for you?


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  • It’s still early days. Just eat healthy, do some exercise (this could be just walking the pram) and relax. On a certain point you could seek advice from a personal coach.


  • Trying so hard must be very stressful. Try to relax a little and go a little easier on yourself. Enjoy your baby, maybe walks with the pram and drinking 2 litres of water each day will help. Just take it slowly.


  • I’d recommend visiting the doctor if you are concerned. I also know how it feels to struggle with weight after pregnancy, I think seeing a medical practitioner that rule out concerns and give you options and plans.


  • Take it easy you have just had a baby. I found just getting out for a couple of walks a day I was able to loose the weight. My daughter loved going for walks as it helped her fall asleep so I use to head out for a nice walk and get some fresh air.


  • Do not try so hard. Your health and happiness is foremost. Stop worrying.


  • I really think you’re being too hard on yourself. You’re trying too hard. Just watch your diet, don’t calorie count as this doesn’t work. Go walking with your baby in the stroller and I found that wearing elasticised panties helped with my tummy muscles as I walked. Swimming is another great exercise as well. If you want to diet go on a Keto diet or protein diet. Usually you lose a fair amount of weight with those but they’re not to stay on. But give yourself some time. It takes months for your body to get back to normal and if you’re older it takes even longer. Hope this helps. Give yourself a bit of grace.


  • It sounds like you’re putting in a lot of effort! Postpartum changes can be complex. Keep prioritizing your health and consult with your doctor, you’re doing great! It took me a good year to be able to shift the weight after having my twins, no matter what I tried. I seemed to retain a lot of fluid for a long time.


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