Csection

tiffbeckett336
tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
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i have had two c sections most recent 3 months ago! I hear that it's hard to lose the weight on your belly due to the scar. Any help or tips?
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  • shadow2soul
    shadow2soul Posts: 7,692 Member
    It's not any harder than it is for anyone else to lose belly fat. Which for most is the last to go. However with the scar, you might need to get to a lower BF% before your happy with the way that area looks. You should consider reading the "So you want a nice stomach" thread (it is at the top of General Diet and Weight loss Section.


    Anyway, here's a Nov 2014 to now comparison for you:

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    I've had 2 c-sections and also had a BMI around 44 after my first c-section. I will probably have loose skin when I get to where I want to be, but that's okay. It's also most likely from being really obese and not the c-section itself.
  • tiffbeckett336
    tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
    I think that's why it's taking me so long to commit to losing weight cause I just made that an excuse! But no longer will it be one! This was starting out 3/30/15brgqo4og7c0c.jpg
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  • tiffbeckett336
    tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
    My stretch marks are horrible! Give me a sec and I will post a know pic I haven't even taking one since I started two weeks ago
  • tiffbeckett336
    tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
    From 3/31 to now
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  • shadow2soul
    shadow2soul Posts: 7,692 Member
    edited April 2015
    shadow2soul wrote: »
    It's not any harder than it is for anyone else to lose belly fat. Which for most is the last to go. However with the scar, you might need to get to a lower BF% before your happy with the way that area looks. You should consider reading the "So you want a nice stomach" thread (it is at the top of General Diet and Weight loss Section.


    Anyway, here's a Nov 2014 to now comparison for you:

    b3ydl0zjb9v8.jpg

    I've had 2 c-sections and also had a BMI around 44 after my first c-section. I will probably have loose skin when I get to where I want to be, but that's okay. It's also most likely from being really obese and not the c-section itself.

    And here is an even older picture of my stomach: April 22, 2013

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  • tiffbeckett336
    tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
    You have done great!
  • shadow2soul
    shadow2soul Posts: 7,692 Member
    tiffbeckett336 wrote: »
    From 3/31 to now
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    0e6i8169ew9s.jpg

    There is already improvement. Keep going.
  • tiffbeckett336
    tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
    Thank you! Looks like my stretch marks are even getting a little bit better
  • LaColombianaV
    LaColombianaV Posts: 1 Member
    I think you are doing a great job! I just started dieting and exercising as well and I also have had two c sections ;)
  • jiigglybutt
    jiigglybutt Posts: 345 Member
    I LOVE seeing these tummies because this is not that popular of a subject. I've had 3 c sections and my stomach is just uuugghh. Thanks for sharing! You are doing great!!
  • ChristaNorris
    ChristaNorris Posts: 52 Member
    shadow2soul wrote: »
    It's not any harder than it is for anyone else to lose belly fat. Which for most is the last to go. However with the scar, you might need to get to a lower BF% before your happy with the way that area looks. You should consider reading the "So you want a nice stomach" thread (it is at the top of General Diet and Weight loss Section.


    Anyway, here's a Nov 2014 to now comparison for you:

    b3ydl0zjb9v8.jpg

    I've had 2 c-sections and also had a BMI around 44 after my first c-section. I will probably have loose skin when I get to where I want to be, but that's okay. It's also most likely from being really obese and not the c-section itself.


    You gave me hope. Thank you! I've had 3 csections in 5 years, the most recent being 6 months ago. My BMI at delivery was 39.8. I've since dropped almost 37lbs, but don't feel any better about myself.
  • tiffbeckett336
    tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
    Thank all of yall for yall encouraging words and stories we can all do this together!
  • Mandea0321
    Mandea0321 Posts: 16 Member
    I think it might depend on the type of c-section you had. I will always have a "front butt" because I had a classical c-section (the one that goes from above the belly button to just above the pubic region.)
  • jenhill76
    jenhill76 Posts: 23
    I'm so glad someone else posted about this. My stomach is HORRID from having 3 c's. Unbelievable what that does to your stomach :( You ladies inspire me! I don't feel so alone now in this journey.
  • tiffbeckett336
    tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
    Your definitely not alone! It was all worth every mark but it's time to get our fit on now! :)
  • teegoods38
    teegoods38 Posts: 21 Member
    I have had 3 c's , lost a total of 46lbs using this site and adding some excercise 3 times a week. I can say my stomach has gone down tremedously, but I have a ways to go with toning it up . The pouch is stilll there but much smaller.
  • rwcw89
    rwcw89 Posts: 143 Member
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    Don't just diet , u need to work the abs. I'm in love with t25 workouts very mommy friendly . This was alpha round ( I didn't take a beginning pic. But pot delivery I was over 175. With my tummy hanging to my legs overlapping my girl parts . I was embarrassed wouldn't even take my shirt off in front of my husband. I started this year weighing 167 (im5'0) last weigh in 2weeks ago was 153 (started t25 at 159) . I didn't think I would make progress but the pics don't lie. It takes sweat and tears and determination but it is possible to get ur stomach somewhat back to "normal" . I gained 45 lbs delivered at almost 200lbs .
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    I have had 4 kids total (2 c-sections 1999, 2009):

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  • tiffbeckett336
    tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
    rwcw89 wrote: »
    cjzgyknwawgk.jpg
    Don't just diet , u need to work the abs. I'm in love with t25 workouts very mommy friendly . This was alpha round ( I didn't take a beginning pic. But pot delivery I was over 175. With my tummy hanging to my legs overlapping my girl parts . I was embarrassed wouldn't even take my shirt off in front of my husband. I started this year weighing 167 (im5'0) last weigh in 2weeks ago was 153 (started t25 at 159) . I didn't think I would make progress but the pics don't lie. It takes sweat and tears and determination but it is possible to get ur stomach somewhat back to "normal" . I gained 45 lbs delivered at almost 200lbs .
    What is t25?
  • tiffbeckett336
    tiffbeckett336 Posts: 139 Member
    randomtai wrote: »
    I have had 4 kids total (2 c-sections 1999, 2009):

    563c60973703048cbcaaab3ef3beb3c9fe7e.jpg

    You look great!
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    tiffbeckett336 wrote: »
    randomtai wrote: »
    I have had 4 kids total (2 c-sections 1999, 2009):

    563c60973703048cbcaaab3ef3beb3c9fe7e.jpg

    You look great!

    Thanks :flowerforyou:
  • nickibowen
    nickibowen Posts: 31 Member
    I have had five csections and it looks like your stomach is doing great! Keep up the good work it's paying off! I used a belly bandit after the fourth one and that helped ALOT!!! Anyway, you are doing great! Keep it up!! You can add me as a friend if you want.
  • Kimmy82109
    Kimmy82109 Posts: 44 Member
    edited April 2015
    Ive had 2 c sections in 2 yrs. Im disgusted at what my stomach has become :s
  • dawniemate
    dawniemate Posts: 395 Member
    You shouldn't be disgusted. ..you have 2 blessings. ...:)
  • brynnsmom
    brynnsmom Posts: 945 Member
    I had a c-section a little over 4 years ago. No flap here; there's hope. I saw someone mention the Belly Bandit. I have no idea if it really did anything for me, but I used one - actually two, had several sizes - religiously.
  • MindfulNat
    MindfulNat Posts: 83 Member
    I had 3 c-sections as well ( last one was 5 weeks ago). This is motivating !!
  • MichelePimentel
    MichelePimentel Posts: 4 Member
    Also had a recent c section 7 months ago . This was me at 41 weeks and the. 3 weeks post partum. 84f0vk8j3axu.jpg


    Looking for any tips on how to ease back into doing exercises that target the belly.
  • dangerousdumpling
    dangerousdumpling Posts: 1,109 Member
    I've had one c section and my stomach will never look great. One thing I will say is that lifting weights makes a huge difference. Dieting and doing just cardio makes it look deflated and flappy. Lifting weights pulls it in and up and it's firmer.
  • Kimmymummy1990
    Kimmymummy1990 Posts: 23 Member
    Ive had 2 csections aswell and i hate the way my stomach looks.. Soo much inspiration here.. I always thort it would always looks like it does but ive been dieting and started 30 day shred 5 days ago and i feel like its more lifted.. Im just hoping it goes flatter
    Seeing all these pics makes me want to push it harder so i see some better results.. Well done girls :)
  • Kimmymummy1990
    Kimmymummy1990 Posts: 23 Member
    This is when i started just over a week ago and from today.. Can anyone see a difference? :(

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