The Truth About Post-Pregnancy Weight Loss
When will the added delivery weight drop?
You can expect fluid retention from an IV to last up to one week and breast engorgement up to two. It can also take up to six weeks for your uterus to contract, which will help you drop another two pounds. Breastfeeding will help your uterus return to normal in less time.
After these initial post-baby pounds are gone, you can expect to lose one to two pounds a week through healthy eating and exercise.
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Dr. Carri Warshak is an OB-GYN specializing in high-risk pregnancies. She has done extensive research in placenta accreta, diabetes in pregnancy, ultrasound use during pregnancy and measures of fetal well-being. An assistant clinical professor at the University of California, Warshak is also a mother of four and the creator, president and medical advisor of AskAnOB.com.
