Hello I was a little saddened by your post, you are only 9 weeks post partum so I think you should be a little kinder on yourself and your body. I agree with previous replies and would concentrate on pelvic floor balance and strength before embarking on high impact activities. Its also worth looking at your general diet as many foods can make you bloat, sugars (in all forms, fruits, fruit juice and honey etc can have the same effects as the pure white deadly stuff). Take probiotics which can really help if bloating is making your abdomen appear bigger, they improve gut flora and aid digestion/absorption of nutrients, Its not usual for this to be a little sluggish after having a baby. Most importantly if you are still breast feeding give yourself a little more time, the weight will come off if you don?t starve yourself. If you would like more help, book why don?t you book in at the osteopathic centre for children in Wandsworth, I?ve been working there as a volunteer since 2009, we also treat expectant and post natal mothers as well as children offering healthcare advice and treatment for a wide variety of complaints. All the osteopaths volunteer, its a charity and we take donations, so its assessable for all. So if you need help with your PF exercise come along sometime, you will also get support and advice from other women in the same situation. Alternatively contact me personally I?m always happy to offer free advice. Sandie Registered Osteopath & Pilates Practitioner
