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There’s a lot of pressure on new moms to cope with all the developments that come with having a baby. Not only for their lifestyle but for their body as well. A woman’s body is truly miraculous. It can stretch out and expand wide enough to house a life for nine months, give birth to a baby, feed the baby and deal with all of life’s new demands. Unfortunately, the road to recovery after pregnancy can be bumpy and filled with new challenges. It’s okay to feel like you don’t really recognise your body anymore. Here are a few ways in which new mamas can reclaim agency over their own bodies and feel more like themselves during the postpartum period.
1. Set Realistic Goals And Listen To Your Postpartum Body
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Don’t get over enthusiastic and set yourself up for failure during this crucial period! The first step to feeling more comfortable in your body is to listen to it. Accept and embrace this new version of you instead of focusing on fitting into your favorite pair of jeans. Your transformation starts from within. So instead of stressing on a physical transformation, we suggest that you start transforming your mind with positive thoughts. You just delivered a whole human being! It’s time to cut yourself some slack and pat yourself on the back. Remember that your body is beautiful in its true form, whatever shape or size that may be.
So before thinking about getting back into shape it is important to set realistic goals for yourself. The length of the process depends from person to person. Some may struggle with finding their core strength again and others with flexibility. And that is perfectly okay. Take your time to settle into your body and work with it, not against it!
2. Start Out By Taking Walks
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There’s nothing that a nice long walk can’t help with. If you’re on a quest to start moving your postpartum body, try taking it one step at a time, literally. Walking is one of the most effective activities to improve your postpartum body. During postpartum, blood and fluids accumulate in the lower legs, and walking can help redistribute those fluids. It also improves circulation, strengthens muscles, and burns calories. How incredible is that!
Besides, this can also be a way to get in some much needed alone time. Take the time to go on a 10 minute stroll and finally allow yourself to breathe and connect with the needs of your body. This will keep you from going insane. But if you’re concerned about letting your baby out of your sight, put them in the stroller and take them along with you. If you find it hard to walk for 10 or 20 minutes at a stretch, you can always break them down into sets. Do 10 minutes or 5 minutes at a stretch and then pause to catch your breath.
3. Vitamins Are Your Best Friend
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适量的营养是导入ant part of staying healthy and fit after your pregnancy. Vitamins are particularly good for you if you are breastfeeding as they help you restore your nutrients. Although, you should take vitamin tablets even if you’ve decided not to breastfeed as there are several other benefits to gain. For example, taking iron and vitamin C supplements can improve your skin and help your body cope with all the changes it is experiencing. But make sure to consult your doctor before you start taking any vitamins.
4. Focus On A Well-balanced Diet
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Eating right is one of the most important and beneficial things you can do in order to take back control of your body. It is an essential step to feeling like you can connect with your postpartum body. What nutrients does it need? What foods make you feel good and what would you rather avoid? It’s time to put yourself first and figure out what a healthy diet looks like for you. You must make sure you’re eating enough calories per day and, more importantly, that those calories are nutrient-dense. For example, focusing on eating bigger portions of fruit, vegetables. Protein and Omega-3 fats will do wonders for your body and your mood. You’ll have way more energy to keep up with all the new baby chores which is exactly what you need. However, don’t forget to enjoy a treat once in a while. Everything in moderation!
Feeling like yourself again and getting a sense of your own body can take time after giving birth. It is important to give yourself the time to rest and patiently push yourself to be more active. Listen to what your body needs and soon you’ll feel connected to it like you never have before!
