The first task is eating healthy, well balanced meals. A common misconception is eating less or no carbs. You need the extra energy with the new baby especially if you are breast feeding. Eating healthy, well balanced meals puts you on the right track to shedding some pounds. Choose fruit and vegetables over sweets and chocolates as snacks- although the occasional treat wouldn't hurt! These are good for your body and help to promote natural weight loss. You are also going to want to reduce consumption of red meats. This is a good time to develop good eating habits you can live with even when you are down to your desired weight. Go for lean meats, poultry and fish. While you are at it swap high fat dairy products for low fat. Your body needs lots of calcium, which you can get from milk, cheese and yoghurt.

Breastfeeding is a surefire way to lose weight. Not only is it perfect for baby, it helps burn extra calories at the same time. And let's not forget bonding too! It is a win-win situation.

Get active! Exercise builds stamina, reducing levels of tiredness. It burns calories and gives you time to yourself. If you cannot get away, keeping active around the house helps. Are you done with baby's nursery or do you need to pull a big boy or girl room together? Kill two birds with one stone and get active! Go for a brisk walk in the park with your new baby when weather permits. If you've had a caesarean section, be sure to follow doctor's orders on activity levels.

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