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Tips that must be followed for proper weight loss planning (Part One)

 Tips that must be followed for proper weight loss planning (Part One)


  Do not start following any diet close to birth because the body needs more time to recover from labor and birth, especially in the first six weeks of birth. In the case of breastfeeding, it is recommended to wait until the child is two months old to start any diet
Recent studies have proven that adopting any diet to lose weight after a short period of time after giving birth affects the quantity and quality of the breastfeeding mother’s milk, delays the mother’s recovery of health, and increases her general fatigue at a time when the mother needs more energy to adapt to her new child
Be realistic when it comes to losing weight, and take into account that returning the body to its pre-natal state may not be easy for some women, due to pregnancy causing permanent changes such as a softening abdomen, a slight widening of the hips, a change in bone structure, and an increase in waist circumference
Since there are no magic pills available to help the mother lose the weight she gained during pregnancy, eating healthy food and exercising stimulates the loss of fat instead of muscle. It is recommended to gradually lose weight by getting used to eating smaller amounts of food and increasing physical activity, with the need to consult a fitness specialist to determine the body’s readiness to engage in any sporting activity, especially after childbirth
Do not follow any strict and restrictive diet, as the mother needs a minimum of calories equivalent to 1,200 calories per day, and her consumption usually ranges around 1,940 calories per day to maintain her energy and avoid mood swings. In the case of breastfeeding, the mother needs a minimum amount of calories equivalent to 2,200 calories, at a rate that may range between 2,000 - 2,700 calories per day to ensure proper nutrition for her child, as the rapid weight loss of the breastfeeding mother affects the quality and quantity of her milk

 

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