Postpartum weight loss week 0-1:
Week 1 is where some women may experience a loss of appetite which can also contribute to weight loss.
The average weight loss by 6 weeks postpartum is about half of your pregnancy weight gain, regardless of your starting BMI.
To help boost your weight loss efforts, you could start engaging in regular physical activity.
After 12 weeks, you probably wont see any further pregnancy related weight changes. At this point, your bodyweight changes will simply be a reflection of your current metabolism.
Postpartum weight loss is difficult because there are many different hormonal factors that can change your metabolism and physiology.
1. Your postpartum nutrition 2. Postpartum physical activity 3. Achieving adequate levels of hydration 4. Improving sleep 5. Stress control