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Breaking Down Postpartum Weight Loss: Myths of Bounce Back Culture, What Truly Works, and My Personal Journey
Struggling with the pressure to "bounce back" after having a baby?
I break down why quick-fix weight loss myths don’t work and share what really matters for postpartum wellness.
From hormones to gut health, get my top tips for a balanced, healthy journey to feeling your best!
I talk about:
07:00 - Dispelling myths around "bounce back" culture after childbirth
14:00 - Breastfeeding's effect on weight retention and loss
19:00 - Hormonal shifts and how they influence weight changes postpartum
23:00 - How stress and sleep deprivation make it harder to lose weight
24:00 - The importance of gut health on losing weight and supplements that support it: Pendulum Akkermansia, Tiny Health microbiome testing (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), GI Revive
31:00 - Approaching postpartum weight loss with self-love
33:00 - Gentle movement and choosing the right exercise approach
36:00 - Focusing on nutrition and emphasizing whole foods over restriction
39:00 - Adjusting your mindset and managing body image expectations
42:00 - Sauna use and cutting nighttime eating to support weight management
45:00 - Tracking beyond the scale and focusing on performance goals
Questions answered in this episode:
- Is it realistic to expect quick weight loss after childbirth?
- What role does breastfeeding play in postpartum weight loss?
- Why does the body sometimes hold on to weight postpartum?
- How can hormonal shifts after pregnancy affect weight loss?
- What impact does stress and cortisol have on postpartum weight?
- Why is gut health important for weight management after pregnancy?
- What types of exercise are safe to start with after childbirth?
- Why is it important to prioritize self-love and patience in the postpartum journey?
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