wanting to lose weight

[CassieE97]

Im 17 years old an a newly mum I find it really hard to try an lose weight an eat healthy foods. Any suggestions that could help me?

[Barb135]

We're all different, so depending on your current height and weight, you may need more/less calories than those listed above.  Because I'm a very small person, that many calories, either breast feeding or not, would have, very surely, prevented me from losing any weight and would, in fact, have guaranteed that I'd gain.  

You'll need to calculate your own needs, based on your own height and weight. Once you've done that, you may need to adjust your calorie intake according to your activity level.

You should discuss with your doctor when you're ready to start exercising and trying to lose weight.

[JohannaTaylor]

Your body needs time to recover from labor and delivery. Give yourself until your six-week time before you start watching your calorie intake and actively trying to slim down. If you are breastfeeding, you should wait until you and your baby have got the hang of it before you start to lose weight. Give yourself time to get back in shape, and don't despair if the weight doesn't fall off immediately.  Finding the time to fit exercise into your daily life, now that you have a newborn, can be tricky. You can start to do some gentle exercise such as walking, pelvic floor exercises and stretching, as soon as you feel up to it. Or you could exercise with your baby. Take your baby for walks in her pushchair, or try a pram-based exercise class.  Eat healthily, including plenty of fruit and vegetables in your meals. Drink water throughout the day to stay well hydrated and choose the right snacks. Making wise choices can promote healthy weight loss after pregnancy. Eat smaller portions. Avoid temptation and eat only when you're hungry.

[HeidieAdams]

Since your body is still recovering  from childbirth and needs a steady supply of vitamins and minerals to heal.

1. Know your nutrient needs

If You’re Breastfeeding:
Calories: 2,200–2,400
Calcium: 1,000–1,300 mg
Folate: 280 mcg
Iron: 15 mg
Protein: 65 g
Vitamin C: 95 mg

If You're Not Breastfeeding:

Calories:  1,900–2,200
Calcium: 1,300 mg
Folate: 180 mcg
Iron: 15 mg
Protein: 44–50 g
Vitamin C: 60 mg

2. Stock up on healthful fast foods
3. Eat often, eat enough
4. Pay attention to what your body says
5. Be aware of portion sizes
6. Load up on fluids and fiber
7. Avoid fad diets
8. Go easy on yourself

After you do this tips, you can make your body more toned and firm by using iwbodywraps and other toning cream.