My baby is almost 5 months now and the pet is still so loose and soft, nothing fits properly. I'm breastfeeding so scared of doing anything too much. What worked for u all to get the tummy back?
Mere saath toh it took a good one year, if not more, for the tummy to even start looking a bit normal. I didn't follow any special diet or exercise immediately. I just focused on nursing and walking around the house. Har body ki apni journey hoti hai, so don't compare yourself to others.
The key is gradual progression, but only after your gynac gives you the all-clear! I started with gentle walks after my 6-week check-up. Later, I slowly incorporated some post-natal yoga, but always listening to my body. Don't rush into heavy workouts; mild activity is best in the beginning.
Food plays a huge role in this, trust me. Since I had gestational diabetes, I had to be super careful with my diet post-delivery too. Don't go on any crash diets, but focus on portion control and lots of protein and veggies. Definitely talk to your doc about a proper diet plan, especially if you had any issues like GD.
Honestly, don't stress too much about the tummy fat right away. When I was ghar pe with my parents after delivery, my MIL and mom just kept telling me to rest and eat well. The body needs time to heal, yaar. Just focus on your little one and yourself for now, it'll slowly come back to normal.
Beta, have patience. This is natural after having a baby. Our elders used to say to give your body at least 6 months to a year. Try light warm oil massages on your tummy, maybe with some traditional oils. And eat simple, nutritious ghar ka khana; no outside food for some time.
