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Is it better to lose weight as soon as possible after delivery? Why?
I can tell you that losing weight as soon as possible after delivery is not necessarily a good thing. Although many new mothers hope to get back to their pre-pregnancy figure as soon as possible, premature pursuit of slimming may have a negative impact on their health.

First of all, postpartum body needs time to recover and adapt to new changes. During pregnancy, many changes have taken place in women's body, including uterine dilatation, pelvic deformation, breast enlargement and so on. It will take some time for these changes to return to normal. If you work hard to lose weight or limit your diet too early, you may delay the recovery process, leading to physical discomfort and even injury.

Secondly, postpartum women's bodies need enough nutrition to meet the needs of breastfeeding. Breast milk is one of the best foods for babies. It provides nutrition and antibodies for babies. If the mother excessively restricts diet or exercises vigorously to lose weight, it may lead to insufficient nutrition, which will affect the quality and output of breast milk, thus affecting the healthy development of the baby.

In addition, postpartum women's bodies need proper rest and recovery time. Parenting is an arduous task, and new mothers usually face problems such as lack of sleep and fatigue. If you exercise hard to lose weight too early, it may increase your physical burden, aggravate fatigue and even cause other health problems.

Therefore, I suggest that postpartum women consult their doctors before starting any weight loss plan. Doctors can assess the degree of physical recovery and health status according to personal conditions, and give reasonable suggestions and guidance. At the same time, it is safer and more sustainable to gradually restore physical health and ideal weight through a balanced diet, moderate exercise and good living habits.