Be Sexy in Your Husband’s Eyes – Tips on Getting Rid of Pregnancy Weight Gain

Dumping an unwanted lover, leaving a job you no longer like – all these are easier to do than eliminating weight you’ve gained during pregnancy. But like all these things, it’s something that you have to do and do so as early as possible or the consequences can only get bigger – figuratively and literally.

It’s a Gradual Process

The first thing you should understand about the weight gain process is that your body will do its part on getting rid of excess weight, but it’s going to do it at its own pace. It’s a gradual process and as such, you shouldn’t feel that there’s something wrong with your body because it’s taking too much time to lose the weight you’ve gained while carrying your baby. Your uterus, for instance, requires about a month to contract to the normal size. That’s four weeks for your uterus alone so how much time do you think you’d need to get rid of weight gain throughout your body? Studies show that mothers shed off approximately eight to twenty pounds during the first two weeks following childbirth, but of course it could be a lot less depending on numerous factors. Also, the initial weight loss you’d experience can only be attributed to the extra fluid you’ve gained. It’s not body fat, unfortunately, as that’s more difficult to get rid of.

Losing Weight Step by Step

Seeing photos of your pre-pregnancy body or seeing all those sexy women sashaying in front you could make you yearn to lose weight as quickly and possible and take whatever risk is needed. Hurrying, however, is ill advised as this could endanger your health in various ways. The best way to lose pregnancy weight is by taking things one at a time. Do things step by step instead of jumping from Point 1 to Point 10.

Get Clearance from Your Physician

Eat Well and Lose Weight! Your body is still healing from the changes it had undergone during pregnancy and childbirth and as such, it’s in a very vulnerable position. The wrong diet or exercise could backfire and cause you greater obstacles to weight loss. However you plan to lose the weight you’ve gained, make sure you inform your doctor about it. She’ll let you know if your body can handle the diet and exercise plan you’re about to take on. And needless to say, do follow the advice given to you.

Breastfeeding Helps in Weight Loss

Breastfeeding is good for the baby because the natural milk that a woman’s body produces has more nutrients and greater health benefits to offer to your newborn. But mothers, too, can benefit from this activity as breastfeeding requires your body to burn about 500 calories each day. That’s equivalent to approximately an hour working hard on the treadmill but now, all you have to do is to feed your baby. Of course, breastfeeding won’t be as effective if you combine it with an excessively demanding exercise and diet regime. Breastfeeding burns calories but it would end up zapping your energy if you don’t have enough calories to burn. Also, insufficient calorie level would reduce the quantity of milk you can produce as well as increase its toxin level, neither of which is good for your little one. This is not to say you have to stay away from exercise and diet completely. You can still do both together with breastfeeding but you must do so in moderation.

Top Obstacles to Losing Pregnancy Weight Gain

Knowing the obstacles you’re sure to face would make it easier for you to prepare and attain your objectives.

Low Energy Levels

It’s natural to feel low on energy during and after pregnancy. As mentioned earlier on, your body is still at its healing stage and that the silent and internal healing it undergoes is consuming your energy. But you have to do what you can to rebuild your energy, enough to at least finish your workout. Of course, you must not push yourself too much. Remember: you still need to maintain enough energy to look after your child and do everything else that requires your time and attention for the rest of the day.

Scheduling

Some children do not maintain a regular timetable. They demand to be fed whenever they feel like it and they have a habit of waking up in the middle of the night for no reason. But it’s not as if you can reason with them and thus, your body’s internal clock will have to adjust to theirs. Because of that, it’s going to be more difficult than usual to maintain your exercise schedule. Again, you have to make do with what you have. You need to find time each day or week to complete the hours you’ve determined necessary for your workout. Do your best not to miss more than a single workout every month. If you allow yourself to rationalize, it could become a habit and you’ll never lose weight then.

Mood Swings

External things aren’t the only ones you’ll have to worry about. There are also things inside you – such as your mood – that could get in the way of weight loss. Again, mood swings are but a natural part of motherhood and is especially common with first-time mothers and a symptom of those suffering from postpartum depression. While there are certainly medications and treatments available for mood swings, it’s your ability to get over them that’s still the best cure. You need to find a way to help yourself, and it starts with admitting that there’s a problem and what needs to be done to get rid of it.

Guilt

Many mothers initially feel guilty about devoting too much time exercising, thinking that it’s a sign of irresponsibility and that they should spend more time working and caring for their spouses and families. But actually, it’s the opposite. Exercising isn’t just about having a good figure. It’s also about having great health: a healthier mom can do so much more than a weaker one, after all. As you can see, losing weight gain requires more than time and effort. It also requires determination and strength, but think of it this way: if it’s one of the prices you have to pay to maintain your self-esteem and feel good about resuming marriage intimacy then do it!