by paula h.
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August 15, 2007

Losing baby weight.........

February 02, 2008 05:25 PM EST (Updated: February 02, 2008 05:26 PM EST)
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 I just had my daughter 3 weeks and 3 days ago. I had a c-secton because of problems with my pregnancy. I had a lot of extra amniotic fluid and I got huge! I have lost a little weight so far , but not much. My belly still seems pretty big and my hips are way wider then before my pregnancy. I am breastfeeding which I am told helps in losing the baby weight. I know my body will never be the same as it was before the baby, but I am eager to get down as close in weight as I can. Do you think having had a c-section makes it harder to lose the belly? How long did it take you to lose the baby weight? Do your hips ever go back?
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Comments: 21

Bridget ♥ Feb 2, 2008, 5:27pm EST
It does make it harder, in my experience. But to me, it's well worth it!

Your daughter is beautiful, CONGRATS! When was she born? My daughter just turned 4 on January 13th.

I had both my kids by c-section, I've lost 30 pounds and am working on another 20 pounds. I still have a pooch!
Amy P. Feb 2, 2008, 5:35pm EST
My grandpa always used to say, "It takes 9 months to get that big, it should take 9 months to get back to normal."
I've never been pregnant, but my mom has been pregnant almost too many times to count! (Well, ok, I suppose you can count to 12...). It takes her about 6 months or so before she's her normal size again.
Amanda T. Feb 2, 2008, 5:48pm EST
I didn't have a c-section with either one of my kids. But my sister-n-laws did and they said it was a little harder. But like Amy said. It takes 9 months to get it on it should take 9 months to take it off. It took me about 7 good months to get it off & that was without trying.
Danielle P. Feb 2, 2008, 6:00pm EST
I had two c- sections and one regular birth. After my regular birth people asked me 6 weeks after she was born WHEN WAS I DUE....ouch......with my c sections I got back faster, but your body is not the same shape when you are done.
Hayden is beautiful...so don't worry about your body be glad it was able to carry her...
Your hubby loves you and it will just take a little time.
Stacie N. Feb 2, 2008, 6:00pm EST
You might find some good resources and tips at babyfit.com. I love the pics of your baby, she is so sweet.
j - Frugal Mom - r. Feb 2, 2008, 6:01pm EST
Well, after number one it didn't take long, but number two is a different story. Let's just say that I am still trying:)
Michelle P. Feb 2, 2008, 6:01pm EST
I have had 3 babies; 1 conventional birth, 1 c-section, & 1 VBAC. It has been progressively more difficult to lose the weight with each one but i have managed to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight each time. My hips went back, my tummy is flat, etc. After the section it was harder to get back into the swing of abdominal exercises & since I couldn't exercise at all for 6 weeks it seemed to take longer, but I think it's just harder w/ the 2nd. Be patient w/ yourself & try not to be too hard on yourself (I know that's easier said than done though).
Chris E. Feb 2, 2008, 6:04pm EST
I had a c section with my 1st and then natual with my second 11 months later. I got back to my pre pregnancy body after having them so close. With my third I still have not lost the weight but there was a huge gap in between my second and third. Age has made it harder and the fact that I could not get him on a sleeping schedule during the day that would allow me to exercise. He is now starting to sleep better so I am thinking I will now be able to start working out again.!
WS R. Feb 2, 2008, 6:18pm EST
It took 9 months to put on the weight, so it will take some time to get it off. breast feeding will definitely shrink your belly in time. 3 weeks is too soon to be worrying about your weight. It's too soon to start exercising, too. YOu have to keep eating for your baby. I've had 4 babies--and my last 2 I breastfed well past a year--i lost all the weight and more. Your body will be different, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing.
Beth - Doing God's work Daily J. Feb 2, 2008, 6:34pm EST
I agree.. I had 2 c's and I would say it would take about 9 months to loose the weight
Sherry H. Feb 2, 2008, 6:37pm EST
What a cutie!! I've had 5 boys--no c-sec's though. I have lots of friends who have had them and are back to normal. Breast feeding helps shrink the fat from my experience-- I used to call the baby my liposuction machine:) 3-6 months and I was back to normal with my babies.
My son is 13 and before I had Carlie which was 3 years ago I still looked prego from Kyle!! LOL!
golds g. Feb 2, 2008, 7:01pm EST
I was a c section baby but I can't help you with that. Although I have heard breast feeding is a great way to keep in shape
Susan R. Feb 2, 2008, 9:15pm EST
Ok, so I just read that breastfeeding burns 600 calories a day?!?!?! THATS FRIGGIN NUTS!
Beverly T. Feb 3, 2008, 12:11am EST
I had my second by c-section. It isn't the c-section that makes it difficult to lose weight. It's our body's chemistry and heridity that determines whether we get stretch marks for example, and how well we take off the weight. I agree with those above that it does take time and work. So go at it regularly, slowly, and with lots of patience. The rest is really up to your body.

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Heather W. Feb 3, 2008, 5:26am EST
I never had a C-section but I only gained 13 lbs and lost 26 after she was born. Even though I weighed less everything was flabby.
carolyn b. Feb 3, 2008, 4:51pm EST
It takes time to lose the weight, it'll come off.
Steph-in-NE ..... Feb 3, 2008, 11:07pm EST
take it easy,,, you can do it, walks and excerise this spring, I have faith in you.. dont be a paris hilton,, please
Liz ♥ Mommy to a beautiful baby boy R. Feb 7, 2008, 10:38am EST
congrats on your baby again Paula, i didnt have a c-section when i had my son and i pretty much bounced back, i stil lhave about 20 lbs to lose to get to what i was before i got pregnant but its going away (i had my son 8 weeks ago) i have heard though that having a c-section will make it a little harder bc of the swelling and stuff...as for the hips, i have a feeling they are going to stay wider from now on lol. thats the one thing that didnt bounce back...
Kathy D. Feb 7, 2008, 8:04pm EST
Don't even try to lose it for the first few months.

Eventually, things DO go back to normal.....I PROMISE! I'm not saying you don't have to work at it, but breastfeeding helps. Whatever breastfeeding doesn't take off will come off once the child starts walking!

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