Diet after c section delivery

2026-06-24 13:45:32
Hello doctors... I got Cesarean. 3 months completed now. My weight is 65kg. I had big belly.  I am breastfeeding mom. Can I reduce to intake rice and can I eat wheat and Ragi instead of rice? Please suggest good diet plan please..
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No , after 6 month you can go for weight loss journey program but right  now you have to eat according your requirement because that extra requirement has increased . So ,you can connect me for post pregnancy diet plan .

Answered2026-07-03 10:39:38

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Answered2026-07-02 07:36:41

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Hello. Congratulations, happy motherhood 🌸 Don't stop eating rice completely. During breastfeeding, you need adequate nutrition. Rice, wheat, and ragi can all be part of a healthy diet—the key is balanced portions and enough protein.
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For a personalized postpartum weight-loss plan, book an appointment with me on Practo. I'd be happy to help you.
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Avoid crash diets, as they may affect your recovery and milk supply if you are lactating.

Answered2026-06-29 19:41:53

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Don't skip rice,just reduce the quantity of rice according to your body requirements.

Answered2026-06-28 09:32:21

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Yes dear you can take dalia or khichdi or multigrain roti or many other options in your diet to reduce weight
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eat small frequent meals to get best milk production

Answered2026-06-28 06:00:42

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Wait till 6 months post delivery, as your kid's Nutrition depends on you, or s/he on breast feed. When topup feeds start, you can go for weight reduction slowly. You should have your diet for breastfeeding till then.
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start brisk walking.

Answered2026-06-26 09:28:16

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Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you .

Answered2026-06-25 14:21:27

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Answered2026-06-25 06:43:11

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Yes. If 3 months after a C-section, you can reduce rice and include wheat and ragi if you tolerate them well. A balanced approach: ✅ Wheat (roti/phulka) – 2–3 rotis per meal if needed ✅ Ragi – ragi dosa, ragi roti, or ragi porridge 3–4 times/week ✅ Rice – no need to completely avoid; ½–1 cup cooked rice can be included ✅ Protein – dal, sprouts, paneer, eggs, fish, chicken, curd ✅ Vegetables – plenty of cooked vegetables and salads ✅ Healthy fats – nuts, seeds, ghee in moderation If breastfeeding, avoid very restrictive diets because you need adequate calories and nutrients for recovery and milk production.

Answered2026-06-25 06:26:07

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Kindly contact directly for the same.. assessment and evaluation of report required

Answered2026-06-25 05:55:39

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Yes, you can reduce rice and include wheat and ragi - all 3 can be used in rotation, ragi is actually very good - calcium, fiber. Do: Protein at each meal for healing, iron, calcium rich foods, 2.5 to 3 L water, sleep when baby sleeps. • Avoid: Very low carbs, fat burners, excess tea / coffee, fried, sugary foods, alcohol, smoking,strict tummy exercises.
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Consult for a proper diet chart.

Answered2026-07-23 08:57:11

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At 3 months after a cesarean section, your body is still recovering, and since you are exclusively breastfeeding, this is not the time for a very restrictive weight-loss diet. Aim for slow, steady weight loss (around 0.5 kg per week) while maintaining a good milk supply.You can certainly include whole wheat and ragi if you can tolerate. ●Early morning: Warm water + a handful of soaked almonds or walnuts. ●Breakfast: Ragi porridge/dosa or whole wheat chapati with eggs, paneer, or dal. Mid-morning: A fruit (apple, orange, guava, or papaya). ●Lunch: 1–2 chapatis or a small portion of rice + dal/beans or chicken/fish + plenty of cooked vegetables + curd. ●Evening snack: Roasted chana, sprouts, or a handful of nuts with milk or buttermilk or Dry fruit laddu or methi laddu or gond laddu or til laddu ●Dinner: Whole wheat chapati or ragi roti with vegetables and a protein source (dal, paneer, chicken, fish, or eggs). ●Before bed (if hungry): A glass of haldi milk. ☆ Additional tips: Drink 2.5–3 liters of water daily, especially while breastfeeding. Include protein at every meal to support healing and milk production. Avoid sugary drinks, sweets, fried foods, and processed snacks. Once your obstetrician has cleared you, start with 30–45 minutes of walking and gradually add postpartum core-strengthening exercises to help reduce the belly.
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If you share your height, age, your routine and whether you follow a vegetarian or non-vegetarian diet, I can help you with a personalized postpartum meal plan.

Answered2026-06-26 07:32:14

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You can add now postpartum yoga under your gyanecologist guideline it will help you better

Answered2026-06-25 07:08:43

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Answered2026-06-25 06:49:47

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Hi , its not about restricting rice or avoiding rice the meal plate should be balanced enough so u take in alot of nutrients and proteins

Answered2026-06-25 05:54:35

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