If   your weight gain of 12.5-17.5 kg during pregnancy, your doctor may suggest you to lose weight slowly, be more than 2 months, with attention to dietary intake and of course exercises.

But, if before pregnancy you are overweight and experience more weight gain during pregnancy, doctors advise you to take more time, perhaps up to 1 year, to lose weight.

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According to health experts, it is important to lose weight due to pregnancy. “Weight is very important. If not, this can result in overweight and obesity within the next 15-20 years,” explained Debra Krummel, PhD, RD, professor from the University of Cincinnati department of nutrition, as quoted by WebMD site.

But do not forget, even if you want to immediately return to the original body shape, this should be done with patience. Maybe you want to imitate your favorite celebrities can often immediately return a beautiful body soon after birth.

Maybe you’ve often wondered how they can do. “The real question is not it, but it should be, why they do it?” light Melinda Johnson, MS, RD, an expert on diet and spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association (ADA). “They apply the diet is very tight, and some of their activities before their bodies are ready to do it,” explained her.

According to Johnson, the mother should be more patient. “You have to gain weight during 9 months of pregnancy. So, should at least do not need that long to lose weight.”

By applying the principles of Johnson,the following tips can help you lose weight after giving birth and help you back into your old jeans size, any size.

1. Avoid diet

Sounds weird, but follow a certain diet can destroy your efforts to lose weight after giving birth. According to Johnson, had some limited access to favorite foods while you are stressed because of your role as a mother, can be a source of weight loss enhancer.

“If you adopt a healthy diet and eat at the time hungry, most women still claim to have a natural weight,” explained he.

Instead of dieting, Johnson, encourage you to eat a variety of foods in equal numbers. So, provide snacks different at home. This will prevent you from hunger and keep you energized throughout the day. Apple slices, carrots, or wheat crackers could be your choice.

2. Choose superfood

After childbirth, your body requires maximum nutrition, especially if you are breast-feeding. Therefore, choose foods that are rich in nutrients but low in calories and fat. One example is the fish.

Fish is rich in DHA, omega-3 essential, which helps brain development and nervous system of your baby. The best sources of DHA are salmon, Sardine and tuna.

In addition to fish, you also should increase intake of calcium-rich milk to help maintain bone strength. Do not forget your protein intake. Choose meat with less fat, chicken, and soybeans are low in fat but high in protein and fiber. The food is good for you and keep you full longer.

3. Breastfeeding

Despite the fact whether breastfeeding can lose weight is still controversial, some studies found that exclusive breastfeeding will help you return to the original weight more quickly.

Breastfeeding is good for your baby, can boost the immune system and many other health benefits. Exclusive breastfeeding also allows you to add 300 extra calories intake per day (can also add a bit if your baby is strong drink or your baby twins). But do not make breastfeeding as an excuse to eat whatever you want.

4. Drink

Drink plenty throughout the day will prevent you from dehydration. Drinking also will make you full so you eat less consumption. Some studies also have found that drinking a lot can accelerate the process of metabolism.

5. Sports

Aerobic and strength training  can burn calories and maintain muscle strength and bone. Sports, bright Johnson, other than weight loss also has many other benefits. “Exercise also helps overcome depression, sleep disorders, relieve stress.”

Of course not have to go to the gym. You can get back into shape your dreams by taking a brisk walk even when pushing the baby in the stroller. “Exercise 150 minutes per week,” explained James M. Pivarnik, PhD, FACSM, professor of Kinesiology and epidemiology at Michigan State University.

6. Sleep

Maybe you can not sleep for a full 8 hours per night because they have to care for your baby. But, lack of sleep can hinder your efforts to lose weight. One study found that new mothers giving birth who slept for 5 hours or less a night tend to be more difficult to lose weight than those who slept 7 hours.

When tired, the body releases the hormone cortisol and other stress hormones that can trigger weight gain. “Also, when tired, you tend not to pay attention to your needs,” explained Johnson.

You will not be too bothered where food is healthy. You even tend to choose foods that can be processed and easily obtained. In addition, you will get lazy to do physical activity.

Perhaps you’ve been advised to go to sleep when your baby sleeps, and this is true.

7. Ask for help

If you’re trying to lose weight, ask your doctor and your diet experts. Diet experts can help you develop meal plans that help you lose weight safely and effectively. While doctors can guide you in determining the amount of weight that should be taken down and when it is appropriate to start exercising.