9 months in 9 months out
These are my side by side 9 months in 9 months out What I did different this time around?
With my first I didn’t really care what I ate all I focused on was getting my calories in to produce breastmilk for my son.
That saying,”if you breastfeed you’ll lose weight faster.” is 100 % not true! You can see my first postpartum I held all my weight and I was having such a hard time getting rid of it!
I was breastfeeding and pumping! My son didn’t even take a bottle.
I pumped because I was an over supplier. Yet my son didn’t gain weight and doctors were so concerned.
So, I was stressed out. I would eat those lactation cookies 🍪 so yummy 😋 anything and everything to help my boy gain weight but nothing worked.
He was just meant to be little. My body was doing its job, but as a first time mom I didn’t understand that. so I ate thinking the calories I take in would help my son gain weight.
This time around I’m not pumping but I AM breastfeeding. I pump when I need to, my daughter also doesn’t take a bottle or pacifier.
I’ve cut added sugar out of everyone’s food.
We read ingredients labels if I don’t know how to PRONOUNCE a word I put it back on the shelf.
We don’t eat fast food
I make everything myself (still working on this though)
We stick to a high protein life style.
I am Not working out yet.
I’ve lost all my baby weight and more. My daughter is gaining weight and growing. I’m not stressing if I’m making enough milk.
I realized my body knows what’s it’s doing
I just got to trust the process.
Guess what? Trusting the process has been working.
Did I hate my body before? No not at all!
Do I thinking pumping caused stress on ME the first time? Yes for sure it did for Me (everyone is different these might not be what works for you.)
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Navigating motherhood can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to feeding and caring for your little one. Many mothers experience stress related to breastfeeding, with common myths influencing their expectations. For instance, the belief that breastfeeding guarantees weight loss is pervasive but often misleading. In reality, each breastfeeding journey is unique, and various factors, including diet, exercise, and mental well-being, play crucial roles in postpartum weight management. It is essential to focus on a nutrient-rich diet that supports both the mother and baby's health rather than merely calorie intake. High-protein meals can help maintain energy levels and promote healthy weight loss. Furthermore, being aware of food ingredients encourages healthier choices and fosters a sense of control over dietary habits. Many mothers find that trusting their bodies and the natural process, rather than succumbing to external pressures or comparisons, leads to better outcomes. Each mother’s experience is different; therefore, it’s important to find what works best for you, whether that means breastfeeding strategies, dietary adjustments, or balancing exercise and rest. Support from communities can also be invaluable as they provide shared experiences and encouragement.