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Mummy tummy reduction
My wife wants to reduce her post pregnancy tummy. Pls give your valuable suggestions to reduce it. .
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Take Balanced diet which is mentioned below,
1/3 of food plate should contain bread ( or 4 roti ), pasta, potato and rice.
1/3 of food plate should contain fruits and vegetables.
1/9 of food plate should contain fish, meat, egg, beans and other non dairy sources of protein.
1/9 of food plate should contain milk and dairy foods.
1/9 of food plate should contain food and drink high in fat and/ or sugar.
plus a glass of milk daily.
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Kindly consult and give proper detailed history along with symptoms for evaluation.
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She should avoid fatty, sugary food s, drink move water, avoid sitting continuously for long time. Do brisk walking, regularly. If possible some yoga exercises to reduce tummy, like naukasan, bhujangasan, should be started .If it had been a C-section, consult obstetrician before starting these exercises.
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Do regular brisk walk and exercise with healthy food low carbs and also do check on daily calories intake and also high protein in diet with fibres
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Need proper evaluation please consult for assessment and treatment
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Take normal meals. Do not decrease her food intake. The extra fat will keep on going as long as she breastfeeds.
There are many exercises you will find on youtube. Ask her to do them.
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Post-pregnancy abdominal fullness is commonly due to a combination of fat, stretched abdominal muscles, loose skin, and sometimes diastasis recti.
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Calorie-controlled balanced diet + regular walking/cardio + progressive core and strength training. Assess for diastasis recti before intensive abdominal exercises.
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Hello,
I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician (Ex Govt Medical Officer at RML Hospital, New Delhi), and your case has been allotted to me.
Thank you for sharing your concern. Post pregnancy abdominal fat and a loose tummy are very common. However, the appearance may be due to a combination of fat accumulation, stretched abdominal muscles, loose skin and sometimes diastasis recti, so simply doing abdominal exercises may not be sufficient.
What she should do
⢠Maintain a gradual calorie deficit through a balanced diet with adequate protein, vegetables, fruits and whole grains. Avoid crash diets, especially if she is breastfeeding.
⢠Aim for 30 to 45 minutes of brisk walking or other moderate activity most days, gradually increasing according to her fitness level.
⢠Once medically cleared, add strength training 2 to 3 times per week. This is more useful for long term fat loss and body composition than excessive abdominal exercises.
⢠If there is a visible gap or bulging in the midline of the abdomen, particularly when getting up from bed, she should be assessed for diastasis recti before starting intensive abdominal exercises.
⢠Adequate sleep and hydration are also important for recovery and weight management.
There is no exercise or medicine that can selectively burn tummy fat. With consistent nutrition and exercise, the abdominal area generally improves gradually.
If you tell me how many months postpartum she is, whether she is breastfeeding, her height and weight, I can suggest a more specific diet and exercise plan.
For personalised one to one consultation, you can reach out to me directly on WhatsApp at 80762047 three eight.
Wishing her good health and a speedy recovery.
Dr. Romain Rajan
General Physician
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Balanced diet
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It would have been nice if you have provided how long back your wife delivered baby.
Naturally when uterus reverts back to it's normal size soon.
If it was c section, then Structured Exercise Timeline
6 to 12 weeks: Begin low-impact activities like pelvic floor exercises (Kegels), gentle stretching, and short walks.
3 to 6 months: Slowly transition to moderate exercises, light resistance work, or stationary cycling if your body feels ready.
6 months and beyond: Return to high-impact workouts, running, or heavy weightlifting.
To reduce a mommy pooch, you need to rebuild deep core strength, heal separated abdominal muscles, and support overall recovery
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Reassure by lifestyle measures and dietary habits.
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Don't use any medication
It's regain its size after few weeks by own
Do consult with right person
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So its not mentioned route of delivery whether its C section or normal delivery
2nd thing how many days of last delivery
After knowing history suggestions could be given
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best treatment is exercise and high fiber and high protein diet plenty of fluids but follow only after consultation with dietician with proper history
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you should consult dietician
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Consult me
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Post-pregnancy tummy reduction is definitely possible, but the approach depends on the individual—whether the concern is abdominal fat, loose skin, muscle separation (diastasis recti), or a combination of these. A proper assessment is important before starting any diet or exercise plan.
With a personalized diet, appropriate exercises, and lifestyle modifications, significant improvement can be achieved gradually and safely. If you’d like, you can consult me for an individual assessment and a customized plan based on her post-pregnancy condition.
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Do consult
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Post-pregnancy tummy reduction is gradual and depends on fat, loose skin and separation of the abdominal muscles (diastasis recti). I advise a protein- and fibre-rich balanced diet, portion control and avoiding crash diets. Start with walking and breathing/pelvic-floor exercises, then progress to supervised core strengthening; avoid strenuous crunches if there is bulging or pain.
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Please have her examined by a physician or physiotherapist to check for diastasis or a hernia, especially with pain, a midline bulge or back symptoms. You may book a Practo consult or visit Synergy Multispeciality Hospital, Miraj for an individualized plan.
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Visible improvement usually takes weeks to months; consistency is more important than quick fixes. Avoid unverified belts, pills or crash diets.
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DIATICIAN.
Obesity clinic
CHANGE LIFE STYLE N DIET PLAN DRASTICALLY.
ADD WALK. STOP MILK N PRODUCTS, SUGAR.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
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Will help you
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Dr. Suhail Shameem Naikoo
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Doda
If you tell me about the mode of delivery normal delivery or C-section and how long it has been since delivery , I can give you a specific tummy-reduction exercise and diet plan.
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Dr. Bakkiyadevaraj
General Physician
13 yrs exp
Perambalur
Hai
Abdominal exercises,
Calories cut is not advisable during breastfeeding (Regular calories+ 600 additional calories)needed. Avoid taking excess of this recommended calory .
Agressive tummy reduction can be done after 6 months of breastfeeding/ age of baby .
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consult at PRACTO
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Dr. Reesha Varshney
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Hathras
Use of belt while walking or doing household chores
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Your post-pregnancy tummy usually softens gradually over several months as your core muscles and skin regain tone. Sudden dieting or intense workouts too early can do more harm than good.
Next Steps
Ask your doctor to check for diastasis recti before starting ab-focused exercises, then follow a gentle postpartum core routine.
Health Tips
Avoid crash diets or waist trainers without guidance, especially if you are breastfeeding.
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