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problem area - stomach

katcedeno
katcedeno Posts: 20 Member
edited September 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
So I'm looking for tips from people who have had success with solving my problem for themselves. i had a c-section for my 10lb son 4 months ago. I'm looking for tips on burning the fat in my stomach, tightening the skin, and making the little baby pouch less noticeable. ANY suggestion, tips, stories are appreciated!

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  • Mommyof3texans
    Mommyof3texans Posts: 347
    Having had 2 c-sections, this is also my trouble spot. I found throughout this journey that it was one of the last places for the fat to come off so I had to be patient until I got closer to the end of the journey to get the results I was hoping for. It is far from perfect, but much much better than it was. Two things I think really help are to keep sodium and sugar as low as possible. Both of those always make me look bigger in the tummy if I've gone over a lot.
  • katcedeno
    katcedeno Posts: 20 Member
    Do you have the "baby apron'?
  • lottanorde
    lottanorde Posts: 25
    The 30 day shred works a treat!
  • candb
    candb Posts: 238
    I didn't have a c-section, but I'm doing the 60-day slimdown which is by Lindsay Brin. She just had her third c-section in June and her abs are fabulous. I'm halfway through it and I've lost a ton of inches. 6 as of day 20. Tomorrow I measure for day 30. Google her. I highly recommend the program.
  • alanaosu
    alanaosu Posts: 85 Member
    The only way to lose a belly (whether a baby one or not) is to lose over all body fat. Lot's of and cardio/strength training - circuits work great. Diet wise try to steer clear of salt (bloats you), fake sugars, booze and refined carbs. If you lose the wight slowly your skin should have a chance to tighten up too. Good luck!
  • katcedeno
    katcedeno Posts: 20 Member
    Thanks for the tips, i've been going to the gym 4 times a week, and trying to just burn fat rather than focus on toning, I'm trying to be at my goal weight. i don't want to build up muscle under the fat. Do you know if there are any creams to help with the skin? I lost alot of weight affter my son was born so fast that the skin is kind of just sagging there!
  • katcedeno
    katcedeno Posts: 20 Member
    btw i will definitely look up both those exercise routines!
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