What are the methods for postpartum weight loss?
After giving birth, my figure has changed, and I want to lose weight. What are some safe and effective methods for postpartum weight loss?
Doctor's answer (1)
Postpartum weight loss should focus on adjusting the diet by increasing intake of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains while reducing consumption of high-sugar and high-fat foods, ensuring proper nutrition while controlling calorie intake. The first month after childbirth is a recovery period, during which rest is most important to help restore physical strength.
Appropriate physical activity should not be overlooked. After an evaluation by a doctor six weeks postpartum, exercise can be gradually introduced, such as walking, yoga, or water aerobics, which help restore body shape without causing harm. Targeted exercises for the abdomen, upper limbs, lower limbs, and back muscles can help restore muscle strength and improve body tone.
In the second month postpartum, activities such as walking, sit-ups, and leg lifts can help regulate metabolism and restore abdominal muscle elasticity. By the third month postpartum, it is important to develop healthy eating habits, such as replacing snacks with fruits and avoiding spicy foods.
Adequate rest and sufficient water intake are also important, as they support overall health and enhance metabolic rate. Remember, postpartum weight loss should be gradual; extreme dieting methods should be avoided to protect both your health and your baby's health.
