The Truth About Post-Pregnancy Weight Loss
Breastfeeding
As your breasts fill with milk, you may experience engorgement. “At least two or three extra pounds is common,” says Dr. Warshak. But some women’s breasts can gain over five pounds. But don’t worry too much if your breasts look like you should be starring in an X-rated film–breastfeeding may soon be your biggest weight-loss friend. Once you establish a regular feeding schedule, the engorgement will subside and breastfeeding can burn up to 500 calories per day.
