Postpartum weight loss support

charlenelynch

Who here wants to lose their extra baby weight?

With my first pregnancy I lost 50lbs+ so I know what it envolves.
Now after having my second on May 12th 2015 I'm working to lose yet another 50lbs.

Yeah we may be tired and cranky but trust me I'm determined to help you out. My goal is this: to get my body back by November/December 2015.

Anyone who is interested message me your goals and let's figure out a schedule first. Take care.

ChellieKnell

I had my baby 2 weeks ago and so miserable about my weight gain. I need to loose 35lbs to be at pre preg weight but would like to loose at least 14lbs by September as I'm off on holiday. Please help me!!!

charlenelynch

Hi there,
Alright first: congratulations!! Aren't we (women) amazing. Seriously that wasn't easy but you made it.

I have a few questions for you so I can help create a balanced schedule with you. Here they are:

Natural birth or cesarean?
Any complications during delivery?
Past injuries?
Asthma? Or any other illness?

Current weight?
Pre-pregnancy weight?
Height?
Age?
Goal?
Were you active before?
Do you have exercise equipment on hand? Suggested items: stationary bike, yoga mat, ankle weights, wrist weights

Please read:

It's been only 2 weeks so don't stress. Your body needs to adjust to baby's schedule first as well as its healing process. During this time eat healthy, very healthy. No restricting calories just yet, relax and simply portion your meals. NO take out and no sweets is all I highly recommend. Drink plenty of water if you are breadtfeeding and enjoy walks with your new bundle. IMPORTANT: Do not do any sit ups, crunches, or abdominal work. This will not help the healing and it will damage the muscle lining to your abdomen. Allow it to heal 4 - 6 weeks.

So first two weeks: walk 3 times a week with baby and if you can more. Eat healthy and drink water. (Milk for me helped breastfeeding and yogurt too.. nothing low fat, your body prefers regular dairy. Low fat is littered with crap!)

3rd week: chose 2 days this week to test your cardio endurance. Figure where you're at. Stretch your body, get to know it's changes and pin point where you want to target. While stretching you'll also figure out your boundaries if you haven't worked out in a while. Don't push your body yet. Eat healthy! Plan your meals for next week. Relax and don't stress, your body will come back darling. I am living proof

On the fourth week start enjoying cardio, light weights and stretches. Start your diet. Make sure you also have postpartum vitamin pills. On the fourth week I've been exercising 5-6 times a week for 30 - 45 in a day. Ease in to it because you'll be tired!!

That's the overview of what's to come. With the info gathered after it'll give me a better idea on how to help/motivate you and see if a 1200 calorie diet is for you.

stay in touch,
Charlene