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I have had 2 c-sections (one for each of my sons). After the first one, I had no trouble losing the pregnancy weight and my stomach went back to normal pretty quick. It was even very hard to see the scar from the c-section (bikini cut I think the dr called it).
But I gained weight between kids and I am having quite a time losing the gut from my second kid. I have probably lost the weight but it doesn't look like it especially if you look at my gut. Right now I have been trying a combination of different exercise videos (some kickboxing style, stepping, pilates). I think I am starting to see A BIT of a change but it has been VERY slow.
Does anyone have any other suggestions as to what worked for them?
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BABYRED1984
2/16/07 1:25 A
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| Funny...I had a C-Section 2 months ago in December. I only gained 19 pounds my entire pregnancy and I already lost that weight (stopped breast feeding after the first month). But I was not thin to begin with, so I need to lose at least 30 more pounds. I had a pretty nice stomach before pregnancy, even if I am slightly fluffy, and I feel like my lower stomach is ruined. Lost the weight, but the shape will never be the same. I am hoping that losing more weight will allow my skin to fall back in place...Please tell me your secrets if anyone has any that have worked!
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I had c-section too....4 years ago now. The initial 3-4 months.... my weight did not go off at all although I was breastfeeding and it is supposed to help me lose weight. (right?)
I was so occupied with my baby and did not even want to think about exercise..... After my son reaches 3 years old or so, I was finally able to pay attentions back to myself. I started exercise, watch what I eat, etc. I am now back at my pre-pregnant weight. For me, it took long long time....
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SAMANTHAKNY
2/15/07 3:08 P
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| I had a c- scrtion almost 19 months ago. It seemed like nothing ever helped but then I began doing Pilates again. Its great and generally easy. I used the Gaiam "Pilates conditioning for weight loss". Even a half hour every other day or so gave results after a few weeks. It has never been the same as before but its nice to eventually feel those muscles again, then after a year I got lazy and saved enough for surgery, but Pilates was wonderful and prepared me for exercise post- op. Good luck to all!
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| I had a old fashion T cut c-section almost 6 months ago and my stomach muscles are just now starting to respond even a little. Iam looking to loose 30 pounds
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MELLODEE918
1/8/07 4:15 P
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Hello, I had a c-section, then sooner then i could loose that weight i got pregnant again with my second. I had a VBAC. So i'm trying to loose weight from 2 pregnancies...
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| I had a c-section. Still working on flattening the belly, but I have found that cardio 5xs per week and strength training 2xs per week, have really strengthened my core and helped me lose a lot of weight (50 lbs).
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| I have a 4 month old baby. I had a C-Section. and I am 29 years old. I am in the military and am curently stationed in Italy. I am trying to lose like 50 pounds. I am looking for a buddy also to help motivate me. Since I am in the military, it is mandatory that I lose it. They are very strict on weight and abdominal circumferance. If you are interested in a weight loss buddy, I have similar issues.
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DRAGON_CHILD
1/7/07 5:42 A
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I think that even after just this one, even if I lose the weight, I can't see my tummy ever being flat again :( But I'm still determined to get rid of this excess weight, since this is the first time in my life since I started gaining that I've been able to lose any weight. pregnancy seems to have restarted my metabolism and I'm really hoping that I can finally get out of the 'obese' category!
Really, the only exercising I'm doing is breastfeeding and walking. But it seems to be working, I've lost 6 lbs this month and 11 last. I'm doing short term goals one at a time so that I don't feel overwhelmed.
When I first had the cesarean, I didn't think I'd ever be able to do a sit-up again (I used to do 50 a day). Still no luck, but I can do 'six inches' and bicycling up and a few other tummy exercises. Hopefully, someday, I'll see those abs again!
~DC
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BROWNEYEDGIRL31
1/5/07 3:53 P
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Shea
I still have that. Bad acutally I think after four c-sections there it not much I can do. I have come to the conculsion I would probably need a tummy tuck.
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SWEET_CRAZY29
1/5/07 10:28 A
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| I am having a hard time also. I have two boys 7 and 4. I had both by C section, it's very hard to shed the pounds. The worst part is after my second c section my stomache hangs down a little in that area. I am also looking for tips......- Shea
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BROWNEYEDGIRL31
1/3/07 1:54 P
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| I started losing weight in October 2004 after my fourth c-section on May 27th of 2004. walking really helped me get started as far as exercise. I ate healthier and drank more water. Starting off slow helped me I believe this time losing weight. Before I would try to change everything at once. Good luck!
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Hi Kim,
Welcome to SparkPeople! I found this article in the Fitness Resource Center that I thought may interest you.
Rebuilding Your Core after Pregnancy
Good luck reaching your goals. Take advantage of all the great resources here that can help you and remember to have fun along the way!
Take care,
Kelly
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Hello everyone! I'm a 27 year old wife and mother. I have two children-a six year old daughter and 5 1/2 month old son. I wanted to know if anyone has any advice on losing weight after a c-section. This is my second one. Also, I'm looking for a weight loss buddy that's going through the same sort of issues as me.
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