Postpartum Weight Loss: Lose Belly Fat & Firm Loose Skin

Losing weight after a C-section requires specific abdominal exercises that respect the surgical incision. Natural methods and breastfeeding can accelerate postpartum fat loss while minimizing sagging skin and keloids.

Woman holding her newborn baby at hospital

The Best Ways to Lose Weight After a C-Section

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Michelle Fisk

You should aim to be back at your prepregnancy weight six months after delivering your baby, states the MedlinePlus website. Your recovery from a C-section takes longer than from a vaginal birth, so don’t immediately rush into a weight-loss program.