Here Are 6 Great Ways To Regain Your Shape After Pregnancy
During pregnancy, women have a tendency to gain weight, not just because of cravings, but because they need to eat more for the baby growing inside them. After giving birth, many find themselves with excess pounds they’re eager to get rid of. The good news: a sensible, sustained approach works, and it doesn’t require crash diets.
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This was certainly the case for a number of well-known mums, such as Kim Kardashian and Beyoncé, who have publicly returned to their pre-pregnancy figures within months. Behind the camera, the approach is rarely magic. It’s usually a combination of breastfeeding, gentle restorative exercise, supportive treatments, and patience over a 6-to-12-month window.
Here are 6 great ways to regain your shape after pregnancy, sourced from our healthcare partner’s clinical experience and our own postnatal therapists at BMB.
This article is retrieved from one of our Healthcare Partners, Sincere Healthcare Group.
The mums we see at BMB who get back in shape fastest all share three habits: gentle daily movement, dedicated postnatal recovery treatments, and breastfeeding when possible.
Can breastfeeding help me regain my shape?
Yes, it can. Breastfeeding burns roughly 300 to 500 extra calories per day depending on supply, which is a meaningful daily calorie deficit without any extra exercise. Breastfeeding also releases oxytocin, which helps the uterus shrink back to its pre-pregnancy size faster. Together, these mean many mums see steady weight loss in the first three months postpartum simply from continuing to feed their baby.
Find out more with our very own Lactation & Breastfeeding Workshop, or drop us an email to inquire about how postnatal treatments at BMB (lymphatic drainage, jamu paste massage, the bengkung wrap) work alongside breastfeeding to support a faster, more comfortable recovery.
Frequently asked questions
When can I start exercising after giving birth?
Gentle walking can usually start within days of an uncomplicated vaginal birth. For structured exercise, wait for your postnatal check (around week six) and your doctor’s clearance, and longer after a C-section. Build back gradually; the core and pelvic floor recover on their own timeline.
Does breastfeeding really help with postpartum weight loss?
It can. Breastfeeding burns roughly 300 to 500 extra calories a day, and the oxytocin released during feeds helps the uterus contract back to size. The effect varies from mum to mum, so see it as a helpful boost, and do not rely on it as your only plan.
Which treatments support regaining shape after pregnancy?
At BMB the postnatal recovery toolkit includes lymphatic drainage massage, traditional jamu paste massage, and the bengkung wrap. They work best alongside daily gentle movement, sensible eating, and sleep, not instead of them.
How long does it take to get my pre-pregnancy shape back?
For most mums, six to twelve months is a realistic time to get their shape back in a healthy way. Crash diets hurt both recovery and milk supply. A steady routine works better than any plan that promises results in six weeks.