Why take care of your body after childbirth?
After carrying him for 9 months, baby is finally here... and in addition to being the subject of all your discussions, he is also the subject of your daily thoughts, day and night. Although your new life as a mother fulfills you, the moments you allow yourself to take care of yourself have become rare, if not non-existent. However, it is not because the baby's well-being is essential that you should forget about yourself, especially if during pregnancy you had already gotten into the habit of pampering yourself daily .
Taking care of your body after childbirth means feeling good about yourself and your new life as a mother, despite the accumulated fatigue and busy days. This also allows you to re-adopt healthy and gentle actions for your body, to listen to your needs and above all, to take your time.
There are many ways to take care of your body after childbirth: by resuming sporting activity for example. Daylily advises you, however, to wait for your doctor's approval during the post-natal visit 6 weeks after delivery; recovery can even wait 2-3 months in the event of a cesarean section or episiotomy. Also remember to stay kind to your skin (thanks to the use of appropriate care) or even adopt a balanced diet , to regain your pre-pregnancy energy.
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Taking care of your body after childbirth
Choose a diet adapted to the rhythm of your days
We're not going to lie, when you want to find a pretty figure, it generally starts on the plate! If baby takes up all your time, he also takes up all your energy, which is why to get back in shape, it is essential to adopt a healthy and varied diet!
Favor complete menus : starchy foods in moderate quantities or if possible without too much gluten (we limit rye, oats, wheat and barley in favor of quinoa, whole or semi-whole rice, millet, buckwheat), proteins (quality red meat in small quantities, fish and seafood), unlimited vegetables, fruits (two per day maximum because they contain a lot of sugar) but also foods rich in calcium, iron (because if it is in deficit, it causes moments of intense fatigue) and omega 3, especially if you are breastfeeding. You can also turn to superfoods, including spirulina, a very nourishing algae rich in protein and iron.
Be careful, however, no diet before the end of breastfeeding , because it is precisely during this period that you will need vitamins and minerals the most. Breastfeeding is also the period of hormonal rebalancing: this takes place over time and allows the mother to draw directly from her fat reserves.
Good news : even by simply resuming a balanced and healthy diet, you help your body lose excess pounds and gently reshape your figure. It's all a question of patience!
Resume sporting activity without sudden movements
Starting again or even starting sport after pregnancy is sometimes difficult for the most tired mothers. However, reconnecting with your body is essential! Don't worry, nothing forces you to take up boxing, and for good reason: after giving birth, it takes a little time for your lower body organs to return to their place, particularly in the abdominal area. These can cause a feeling of heaviness if you stand for too long, which is why we advise you to carry out relaxation sessions at home before any other sport, in a lying position.
Around 5 to 6 weeks after giving birth, make an appointment with a physiotherapist (or your midwife) for perineal rehabilitation . In fact, straining your abs before your perineum has regained all its tone is a common mistake among busy moms! Once this muscle is strengthened, and if you feel able to resume sporting activity, then it is time to get started! You may also be prescribed abdominal rehabilitation , especially in the event of a cesarean section: in this case, wait for professional advice again before resuming sporting activity. However, remember to be kind to your body: you sometimes have to wait several months before regaining your pre-pregnancy tone, so when you experience pain while practicing a sport, you have to know how to say stop and take a break. It's normal to have a different rhythm after giving birth, and the most important thing is to accept it! And then, it's important to sometimes listen to the old sayings... "9 months to do, 9 months to undo", even if this duration can vary in one direction or the other depending on each woman.
Adopt a post-partum beauty routine to take care of your body
Feeling good to start this new life with baby also means having beautiful skin every day ! Indeed, if you took care of it during your pregnancy, it is now time to take care of it after childbirth.
What does your body want after pregnancy? He wants to regain its elasticity for visibly firmed and toned skin .
At Daylily, we have the essential products to take care of you after the arrival of your 8th wonder of the world!
Discover our Mama Self-Love Box for the body, composed of the Sensory Oil and the Creamy Balm.
Sensory Oil is natural, hypoallergenic and 100% made in France. Thanks to its anti-stretch mark active ingredient, Dermochlorella, and its 5 vegetable oils (Musk Rose, Sweet Almond, Olive, Macadamia and Avocado oil), your production of elastin and collagen is stimulated. Your skin is thus visibly regenerated and nourished.
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The Creamy Balm , which brings together the same vegetable oils as the Sensory Oil, also has a magical active ingredient called Body3Complex, composed of shea butter, avocado kernel extract and bentonite. This active ingredient stimulates the breakdown of lipids to reduce cellulite, reduces the presence of fat to allow the skin to regain all its firmness and, at the same time, reduces your stretch marks.
After your delivery, you can use the Sensory Oil in duo with the Creamy Balm, in particular to :
- Prevent the appearance of stretch marks, because they can suddenly appear after pregnancy, especially during weight loss.
- Correct already established stretch marks, pink or purplish ones.
- Help your epidermis to firm up and reduce cellulite in order to regain beautiful, firm and smooth skin.
The Daylily application ritual : We advise you to apply the Creamy Balm in the morning, to the desired areas, massaging vigorously and deeply to reinforce the effectiveness of the treatment. In the evening, use the Sensory Oil on the targeted areas (stomach, chest, hips, thighs, buttocks) using long circular massages from bottom to top.
And to stay fresh all day long , opt for Le Déo Caresse which was developed to effectively meet the needs of future mothers and young mothers, breastfeeding or not, looking for natural and effective care without controversial ingredients. It has been specially formulated to be suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive. Its formula is clean. This deodorant protects you effectively throughout the day: it regulates perspiration and prevents bad odors without attacking your skin. Its formula is enriched with organic arrowroot powder, triethyl citrate and natural polysaccharides known for their absorbent, anti-odor and antibacterial properties. It contains avocado and macadamia oils, combined with mallow flower, which nourish, soothe and soften the fragile skin of the armpits. For those who use a classic deodorant or antiperspirant, an adaptation period of 2 to 3 weeks is expected.
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You now have all the keys in hand to lose your excess pounds and regain a toned body and firm skin! And even if you want to be the prettiest mom, remember to remain kind to yourself! Say goodbye to the guilt of having gained weight, food frustrations (treating yourself is the most important) and restrictive sport! Choose your pleasure above all else... and even a new wardrobe can help you regain your pre-pregnancy energy!
