How to tighten the skin on the abdomen after childbirth: a review of effective methods

Every woman after childbirth faces the problem of a sagging belly.

Of course, there are lucky women who manage to quickly return their figure to normal, and who don’t even have stretch marks.

Unfortunately, there are few such girls.

Most people have to work hard to restore skin elasticity.

When the skin on the abdomen is sagging after childbirth, the problem must be dealt with comprehensively in order to achieve a truly effective result.

How to prevent your belly skin from sagging?

To prevent your belly from sagging after childbirth, you need to have excellent abdominal muscle tone. Skin turgor and the volume of abdominal fat tissue are no less important. In fact, there are very few women who have not experienced stretch marks on their skin during pregnancy, and they can really be envied. Very little time passes after giving birth, and the stomach has already tightened and began to return to its original form. In some cases, this phenomenon is genetic in nature, although in most situations it is influenced by sports training before pregnancy. So when planning a pregnancy, think about your physical fitness: pump up your abs, try to run, visit the pool, do yoga.

Important ! In other words, you need to be active while you can. Then childbirth will not spoil the shape of your belly.

You need to exercise before pregnancy if you want to recover quickly after childbirth

Alas, in most cases, everything is not so rosy: weakened abdominal muscles are not able to return the stomach to its previous state, excess weight begins to stick out in the form of unsightly folds, and in general the shape of the body does not look attractive.

You don't need to get depressed right away. There are many ways to solve this problem.

Important ! In order for the belly to return to its previous shape, an integrated approach is required - this applies to any shortcomings associated with excess weight.

The main thing is not to get depressed and start taking action.

Postpartum abdominal diastasis

First of all, it’s worth understanding what it is, why it happens and how to deal with it.

Abdominal diastasis is the separation of the rectus muscles located on the anterior wall of the peritoneum. This helps to reduce the functional strength of the abdominal wall and its integrity. As a result, the shape of the abdomen changes, becoming like a cushion, and the navel protrudes. Diastasis often contributes to disruption of the functions of breathing, digestion and circulation. Sometimes women with this syndrome experience lower back and abdominal pain.

The reason for all this is the thinning of the “white line” stretched during pregnancy, or in other words, the tendon plate, which is located in the center of the abdominal wall. Because of this, the abdominal muscles diverge, forming an emptiness unprotected by them. Naturally, no exercises to pump up the press in this case will lead to a reduction in diastasis.

In order to determine whether a woman has diastasis syndrome, you need to lie on your back and press your fingertips on the central part of the abdomen just above the navel. At the same time, to make palpation more successful, it is recommended to slightly raise the upper body so that the muscles tense. If the fingers sink deeper, then diastasis is evident. Or rather, on the stomach. And the wider this gap, the more severe the degree of diastasis.

At this point, most women have natural questions:

1. Are all women giving birth prescribed to get this syndrome?
2. Is there a way to avoid this?
3. Is it possible to correct the situation and, even after developing diastasis of the abdominal muscles, to return to a slender figure?

Regarding the first question, the answer is no. Many women do without stretching the tendon plate, which is why they have a beautiful, toned abdomen after childbirth. The answer to the second question will be a continuation of the answer to the first: this applies to women who had well-developed abdominals before pregnancy.

But it is impossible to answer the third question unambiguously. If the peritoneal diastasis is small, it often goes away on its own. The tendon plate is restored over time, the muscles take their previous position. Another question: how soon will this happen?

People say that for nine months the baby “spoilt” the mother’s figure, and for nine months she will return to her previous state. In many cases this is exactly what happens. Although there are exceptions. Some women become slim again within the third month after giving birth, while others need almost a year. Here everything depends on genetics, on the characteristics of the body, on the efforts made by the woman herself, on the degree of stretching of the intermuscular tissue and the muscles themselves.

Important! If the diastasis “dips” are quite large, then they will not go away in a short period of time. Moreover: without effort, your tummy will not become the same on its own.

What should you not do if you have abdominal diastasis?

The most important thing in treating any disease is to do no harm. And since diastasis of the rectus muscles is classified as a disease, this rule also applies to it.

And in order not to aggravate the situation, you need to remember that with diastasis of the peritoneum the following are contraindicated:

• exercises that require lying on a fitball;
• yoga poses;
• swinging the press with raising the upper body;
• various exercises involving twisting;
• push ups;
• bar;
• exercises in the “four-point” pose;
• lifting and carrying heavy weights.

But you shouldn’t think that in order to get rid of your belly at home, you need to give up physical exercise altogether. On the contrary, you can start working on your figure the very next day after giving birth. True, these exercises differ from the usual sports activities. They are lightweight and designed taking into account the woman’s condition.

Exercises for a woman in labor on the second day

1. Slow bends of the legs bent at the knees to one side and the other while lying on your back.
2. Raising the pelvis in a lying position with bent knees.
3. Breathing with the “belly” with protrusion and retraction. You can perform the exercise while lying down, sitting, or standing.
4. Tension and relaxation of the abdominal muscles with parallel retraction into the perineum. This exercise can also be performed at any time and in any position, even in the bath.
5. Lifting your legs vertically upward, alternately, in a lying position with your knees bent.

Exercises for a woman in labor in a week

1. Squats with a ball between your knees against a wall. The woman seems to slide her back down along the support. Then she pauses for half a minute at the moment when the knee angle becomes straight. After fixing the position, you should return to the starting position. During the exercise, the buttocks should be tense and the perineum should be pulled inward as much as possible.
2. Lying on your back for five minutes with a roll of towels placed under your back under your navel. The big toes should be connected and the heels separated as much as possible. You need to throw your hands behind your head, press your palms down and connect your little fingers. You need to remember that you should get up after this exercise carefully, first turn on your side, then take a pose on all fours, then carefully get up. It is advisable that someone help the woman with this.
3. Exercise with retraction of the perineum in a standing position. The legs are shoulder-width apart, the knees are slightly bent, the back is straight, one hand is on the belt, the other needs to hold on to the back of the chair or bed. The person doing the exercise rises on tiptoes.

On the count of “one,” the perineum retracts, the buttocks tense, and the pelvis moves slightly forward. On the count of “two,” the muscles relax and the starting position is assumed. This exercise is performed 3 times. Then the knees bend a little more and the algorithm is repeated. After repeating three times, you need to get into a position where your knees bend a little more. And in this position, repeat the entire algorithm again.

Only after this the exercise is considered completed. It is enough to perform it 5 times the first time, then increase the number of times each time.

Postpartum bandage and belly shape

If someone is lucky enough to observe women in the maternity hospital on the first or second day after giving birth, then he cannot help but notice that they are walking, pressing their hands on their stomach. Why? Yes, because the abdominal muscles have not yet had time to return to their original position in which they were before pregnancy. And the abdominal cavity became much freer. The internal organs, squeezed for so long by the peritoneum on one side and the uterus and fetus on the other, have lost their support and seem to flutter inside with every movement.

Important! A postpartum bandage will correct the situation. Instead of stretched muscles, it will hold the organs in the desired position. In addition, thanks to this device, the intermuscular tendons will quickly restore their previous condition.

And it is simply necessary to use a postpartum bandage after the second, third or more births. It is almost impossible to do without it when several babies are born from a multiple pregnancy. A bandage is also recommended for frequent births, when less than 3 years pass between the births of children.

Doctors believe that it takes at least three years for a woman’s body to fully recover after childbirth. And if this period is shorter, then the load on the body in this case is extreme.

The belly has been removed - the skin is hanging!

Yes, unfortunately, often after defeating a protruding belly, a new problem appears on the scene. It turns out that the woman tried in vain? After all, the once round tummy now, although it does not stick out, resembles a deflated balloon or even a baked apple... Or even the lower abdomen after childbirth looks like an unsightly fold of skin, which cosmetologists call an “apron.” What to do? Is this really forever?

Of course there is a problem. And to say that it is easy to deal with is to deceive. The nature of the appearance of wrinkled skin on the abdomen is somewhat similar to the appearance of wrinkles on other parts of the body, for example, on the face or neck. The only difference is that a woman’s wrinkled belly appears in her youth or adolescence, when the regeneration process in the body works normally, which cannot be said about adulthood. Therefore, it is stupid and premature to give up here.

So how to deal with wrinkles and folds on the stomach? Yes, just like women all over the world do, rejuvenating their face and décolleté. Namely:

• using skin scrubs;
• moisturizing the body with special creams;
• applying rejuvenating, restorative masks (don’t be afraid of the definition, we know why wrinkles appeared);
• doing massage-rubbing with a terry towel;
• using a water massage with a Charcot shower;
• using wet compresses with contrasting temperatures.

By the way, all these procedures help in the fight against stretch marks. Gradually the stretch marks will become lighter. Of course, they will not be able to disappear completely. But they will no longer be noticeable as clearly as in the first year after the birth of the baby.

When is it necessary to think about a problem?

Even if you were very active before pregnancy and regularly went to the gym, doctors do not recommend returning to your usual lifestyle immediately after the baby is born. You need to let your body recover a little over a month and a half.

This is due to the fact that training your abdominal muscles can cause the opposite effect, so that later you may have to put up with an unattractive figure. In addition, it is not recommended to go on a diet during lactation.

Important ! Note that experts prohibit any physical activity for a couple of months during natural childbirth, and with surgical intervention the period is extended to six months.

It is worth refraining from physical activity for some time

So what should a young mother do? The answer is simple: all the woman’s time will be occupied by the child. You need to realize yourself in the role of a parent, learn to take care of the baby. It would be a good idea to purchase a special bandage for the postpartum period so that the abdominal muscles are strengthened without physical activity. It is advised to take more walks with the child: the woman will be able to get some fresh air and exercise a little.

Wearing a special bandage will be beneficial during the postpartum period

Why does it take a long time for the belly shape to recover?

As you know, the stomach takes quite a long time to recover after childbirth. Some women have to spend at least a year to achieve their former forms. In fact, the stomach can independently take its previous shape, provided proper nutrition and breastfeeding. These changes occur under the influence of hormones produced in the postpartum period. However, if hormones help you return to your previous size, you will still have to work on your elasticity.

The difficulty in restoring muscle elasticity is that it changes and stretches during pregnancy. In order for the baby to fit comfortably in the mother’s belly, the abdominal muscles are separated from each other and stretched. During pregnancy, many women experience a phenomenon called diastasis - separation of the abdominal muscles from the connective tissue. This phenomenon may be caused by excessive fetal pressure on the peritoneal walls.

Why does the skin stretch and become loose?

The reasons may lie in skin characteristics and genetics. The main problem is a metabolic disorder, as a result of which the body does not supply the necessary amounts of nutrients, and problems appear with the blood supply to the tissues. Because of this, folds form and the skin sags. The lower abdomen suffers greatly.

The most problematic place for women is the lower abdomen

Causes of problems with the epidermis.

1. Hyaluronic acid is not synthesized so quickly, which affects the production of collagen fibers.
2. An inactive lifestyle that does not allow a normal supply of blood to the lower part of the body.
3. A sharp decrease in body weight, the birth of a child. When the skin is stretched for a long time, and then the person’s weight changes sharply, it sags. When giving birth naturally, it takes about six months to recover, but a caesarean section sometimes does not allow the stomach to return to its previous state.

It is worth thinking about the causes of sagging skin and trying to eliminate them if possible.

Non-surgical methods

Such methods of solving the problem are safe and do not cause discomfort or severe pain: the skin is not damaged, since it has a gentle effect on its surface. What about these methods?

Diet. This does not mean that you need to eat the same “healthy” foods - you just need to adjust your diet. To restore, you need to provide the body with a cocktail of essential substances. You also need to control the amount of food consumed and monitor calorie content.

Exercises. Sports industry specialists have long developed special exercises specifically for women who have given birth. All of them are aimed at returning the original skin tone.

Important ! Of course, for better results you also need to eat right and reconsider your lifestyle in general.

Exercise is the main way to return the body to its prenatal state.

Wraps. This method allows you to normalize metabolism and have a local effect on problem areas. There are two varieties: cold and hot wrap. The first is designed to strengthen elastin fibers, and the second is to optimize metabolic processes.

Scrubbing. This is the best way to solve the problem of stretch marks. If you do it systematically, you can smooth out the upper epidermal layer, stimulate the body to clean itself, and allow the skin to “breathe.”

Massage. This effect also has a positive effect on metabolism, effectively removing subcutaneous fat, which is the least susceptible to any influence.

Important ! The procedure is combined with oils, acids, vitamins, and so on.

Massage will also be an effective way to make your skin more toned.

Diet and drinking regimen

There are several important criteria that must be followed thoroughly. First: you need to eat when you really want it. Second: watch what you eat and in what quantities.

In order for the skin to recover, it is important to ensure the delivery of useful elements. To do this, it is recommended to add the following to the menu.

1. Fruits and vegetables. Pay attention to iron-rich apples, carrots and currants - a source of antioxidants.
2. Protein-rich foods. These are eggs, chicken fillet, turkey, fish. To ensure that beneficial elements are better absorbed, add vegetables.

   
   Proteins are essential for good skin condition.

3. Poly- and monounsaturated fats. Their source is olive oil. It will also be useful to drink a little flaxseed or sesame oil before breakfast.

In order for collagen to be synthesized in normal quantities, you also need to add a substance such as retinol to your diet. To do this, eat caviar, red fish, liver, pumpkin, raspberries, strawberries, cherries. Retinol is also found in fruits. Sometimes it is recommended to diversify the diet with butter or margarine, but this is not the best solution, since although they will restore the condition of the skin, they can be deposited as fat.

It's important to eat foods containing retinol

Vitamin B12 plays an extremely important role in regenerative processes. It is found in beans, beans, peas, shrimp, mussels and dried fruits. Its high content is in walnuts or pine nuts.

Skin elasticity can be “earned” by the correct drinking regimen. It is recommended to drink clean water without gas to clean the gastrointestinal tract and remove unnecessary substances. Green tea or fruit decoctions without sugar can be a worthy replacement.

Important ! You should get into the habit of drinking a glass of water before and after bed. This simple technique reduces stomach acidity.

You need to drink water before and after sleep

Exercises

Undoubtedly, the best way to tighten your stomach is through special physical exercises. It is necessary to first understand the principle of operation of this method of correcting the problem. You shouldn’t expect an immediate effect; you will have to work hard. However, thanks to exercise, you can tone your muscles and restore elasticity to your stomach.

Exercise helps tone your abdominal muscles

Popular exercises.

1. Plank. A very simple and effective exercise. Place a mat on the floor, lie down and rest your elbows and toes on it. Hold this position for about 20 seconds, trying to extend the time as much as possible. Three repetitions are required.
2. Press. If you go to the gym, do hanging abdominal exercises. And when this is not possible, lift your body and do a “fold” - an exercise that combines lifting the legs and upper body. You need to do it 20 times, repeating three times.

   
   Abs are the main exercise in tummy tuck

3. Jumping rope. This is a known cardiac stress that has a strong impact. Exercise provokes a rapid heartbeat, improved mood, strengthened leg muscles and correction of “orange peels”. The waist and abdomen are tightened. This method has no contraindications. Already a month after the baby is born, you can start jumping rope.
4. Strength exercises. By loading yourself up and bending over regularly, you can return the skin of your abdomen, back and legs to a healthy state, in addition, your muscles will become stronger and more prominent.

Strength exercises need to be done correctly

Important ! It will be much better if you consult a doctor or exercise therapy specialist to select exercises for your case. The doctor will tell you how to perform the exercises correctly and with what frequency. In this case, there will definitely be no harm to the body.

Sports can help us

In order for cosmetic actions to be more effective, they must be supplemented with activity. Hiking is perfect, for example with a baby.

But it’s better if it’s cycling, swimming or yoga. Indeed, during an interesting position, not only the dermis, but also the muscles are stretched. Therefore, when deciding how to restore elasticity to the skin of the abdomen, this point should also be taken into account.

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No need to pump up your abs, we are for femininity in all its forms. The main thing is that the muscle frame is strong. This can be done without strength exercises.

Masks and wraps

Don’t forget about cosmetic methods for correcting the problem. You can try to deal with sagging skin using masks and wraps. The most popular products are those containing honey.

Skin tightening products often contain honey

However, there are other ways.

1. Seaweed wrap. You can buy dry seaweed at almost any pharmacy. To use them, you just need to dilute them with water until a rich “sour cream” is formed.
2. Badyaga and mumiyo have a harsh, but at the same time quick effect. Badyaga irritates the skin. Thanks to this, the top layer of skin begins to peel off - and the body needs to immediately begin recovery. This is a good way to correct minor folds or stretch marks. Shilajit works on the same principle (although the spinous layer is not removed).

   
   Badyaga and mumiyo will help to quickly, albeit in a rather harsh way, tighten the skin

3. Coffee wraps, masks, scrubs. Coffee is a powerful antioxidant that cleanses the skin, giving it smoothness and a pleasant structure. It is recommended to make wraps with finely ground grounds. The scrub is made from coarsely ground grains. Frying in this case is not important.
4. Clay masks. To tighten the skin, it is best to use blue clay. It normalizes blood supply to tissues and enriches cells with useful elements. A significant advantage is the low price of such a product.

The clay mask has always been used for similar purposes

Wrap recipes

A variety of products can be used for this skin tightening method. The choice of the optimal one is yours.

Chocolate wrap

This is a fairly effective method. Chocolate rejuvenates the skin, soothes, tones and enriches it with essential nutrients. The skin receives moisture, and the elimination of waste and excess fluid is stimulated.

To hold the event, you need to take 150 grams of cocoa powder, dilute it with a couple of tablespoons of hot milk or water. Stir thoroughly to obtain a homogeneous mixture without lumps. Cool the mixture to body temperature and treat the problem area. Wrap in cling film and wrap yourself warmly.

You can use cocoa for wraps

Important ! Approximately forty minutes are allotted for the wrap. Be sure to thoroughly wash your skin at the end of the procedure.

For optimal effect, wraps are repeated 10 times every 2-3 days. New courses are held every 3 months.

It takes a lot of wraps to achieve results.

Cinnamon

It is impossible not to note the pleasant smell of this product, but it is used for the following results: the body is cleansed, lymph flows away, it has a positive effect on blood circulation, and metabolism in dermal cells is normalized.

Cinnamon improves blood circulation

To wrap, you need to take a couple of tablespoons of any cosmetic oil of natural origin and mix with a couple of drops of cinnamon essential oil. The temperature of the composition must coincide with body temperature - only in this case can it be applied to the skin. Leave the product on for half an hour, then rinse the treated area well. Apply nourishing cream to your skin.

Important ! Do about 15 repetitions of the procedure.

The composition must be heated to 36-37 degrees Celsius

With vinegar

This substance is known to have a cooling effect. It is successfully used to quickly reduce high body temperature.

Important ! Therefore, the effect of vinegar wraps is aimed at the breakdown and oxidation of fat cells, normalization of metabolic processes in the subcutaneous layers, and getting rid of edema and excess fluid.

Vinegar cools the skin well

For the procedure, a couple of glasses of vinegar are diluted with the same amount of water. The resulting substance is applied to gauze or cotton cloth, wrapped around the part of the skin that needs treatment, and also wrapped with film on top. This “construction” must be removed after 40 minutes, after which use a contrast shower to wash off the mixture.

Important ! To get the best effect, you need at least 15 repetitions of the procedure every two days. A new course begins after a couple of months.

You need to wait several months between courses

With agar-agar

Agar-agar perfectly tightens the skin, normalizes metabolism, removes toxins and waste, improves the condition of the skin as a whole, giving it smoothness and beauty.

To carry out the event, mix 20 drops of camphor oil, a couple of beaten egg yolks and a tablespoon of agar-agar. Apply the resulting product to areas of the body that need treatment, wrap with cling film.

Important ! The procedure takes about twenty minutes.

Agar-agar is useful because it gets rid of cellulite

A course of ten procedures, carried out every three days, is sufficient. Start a new course at least four months later.

With strawberry

The benefits of this berry for the skin have long been known - it enriches its deep layers with essential beneficial elements. You can get rid of a small amount of excess weight, improve and tighten your skin. To do this, 12 wraps once a week are enough.

Important ! You can improve your results by taking the course every six months.

Strawberries help saturate the deep layers of the skin with essential elements.

Mash 100 g of strawberries and mix with 50 g of natural yogurt or sour cream. Cover the problem areas with the mixture, wrap the film and leave for half an hour.

With oils

These products are designed to enrich the skin with moisture, beneficial compounds and vitamins, normalize metabolic processes, and stimulate skin restoration. As a result of the effect, the skin will be elastic and soft, and its general condition will significantly improve.

Oils can moisturize the skin

Mix a glass of almond or olive oil with a couple of drops of grapefruit, mint and juniper essential oils. Moisten gauze or cotton cloth with this liquid and apply to the desired part of the body.

Carry out the wrap for fifty minutes. Sessions are done every two days, there should be 10 in total.

Important ! It is advisable to repeat the course up to four times a year.

The course consists of ten procedures

Figure correction methods

As practice has shown, there is no single effective method for reducing abdominal volume. There is a set of measures that will help solve all the problems that cause an enlarged tummy. So, the first and most important principle is proper nutrition.

Nutrition

Nutrition after childbirth should not be based on any diet. Limiting certain types of nutrients in the mother’s body can negatively affect the composition of milk, and as a result, the health of the child. Meals should be balanced, frequent and rich in valuable substances.

After childbirth, you need to give up pastries and white bread, replacing these delicacies with wholemeal bread. Give up sweets by replacing cakes and sweets with dried fruits and fruits. Eliminate rice and potatoes from your diet, replacing them with buckwheat and healthy vegetables. It is also necessary to avoid such harmful products as sausages, ketchup and mayonnaise. In addition, do not overuse fatty dairy products and fried foods.

A young mother needs to eat at least 5-6 times a day, in small portions. This is difficult at first, especially if during pregnancy you liked to eat along with your spouse. After a couple of weeks, your stomach will get used to small amounts of food, and you will not feel constantly hungry.

Physical activity

In order to lose weight, you need to be physically active. Even with proper nutrition, it is impossible to lose weight while sitting in a chair. You need to spend calories, and the amount of energy expended must exceed that entering the body.

In other words, you must burn more calories than you eat.

There is no need to start active training right away. The muscles need to be prepared. In the first week of exercise, you can limit yourself to morning exercises and climbing stairs, instead of riding the elevator. Also include walking in your daily schedule. Walking should be just walking, not sitting on a bench in the park.

After the first week of physical activity, you can begin to exercise. In order to tighten the abdominal muscles after pregnancy, there is no special set of exercises. You need to do the usual abdominal exercises, such as lifting the pelvis off the floor, squats, crunches from a lying position, raising the body from a lying position and holding the body on your elbows and toes.

This is a standard set of exercises to strengthen all abdominal muscle groups. Each exercise must be repeated at least 5-10 times. Over time, the number of exercises can be increased.

Supporting measures

If everything is relatively clear with getting rid of visceral and subcutaneous fat, as well as strengthening the abdominal muscles, then many people have the question of what to do with saggy and flabby skin on the abdomen. You can really lose weight and strengthen muscles quite quickly, but the skin recovers much more slowly.

In order to speed up the process of restoration of the abdominal skin, you need to use measures such as massage, the use of special creams, contrast showers and wearing a bandage. First things first.

Abdominal massage. This procedure is very useful in the postpartum period. However, it has a number of contraindications, such as an unhealed scar after a cesarean section, chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, elevated body temperature, and any infectious disease. Massage has a relaxing and tonic effect on the skin and intestines. Thanks to this, you can not only restore your beautiful appearance. The procedure will help get rid of such unpleasant ailments as constipation and increased gas formation, which often occur in women after childbirth due to weakening of the intestinal muscles.

Crema. Today there are a lot of products on sale that have a beneficial effect on the skin. Buy products only of natural origin. Creams for stretch marks, of course, will not get rid of them completely, but they will help to significantly improve the appearance of your skin. Products based on olive oil have proven themselves well. By the way, you can also use baby massage oil for these purposes. It perfectly moisturizes and tones the skin, which helps to quickly restore the appearance of the abdomen.

Cold and hot shower. This is a long-known procedure for restoring skin elasticity. Its effectiveness has been proven through numerous studies and tests.

Alternate washing with cold and hot water increases blood flow into the inner layers of the epidermis, which causes skin cells to renew themselves faster.

A contrast shower can also be used to restore breast shape after cessation of lactation.

Bandage. A bandage is most often recommended to be worn in the first weeks after childbirth to maintain relaxed abdominal muscles in the correct position. The bandage also helps tighten the skin. It can be used only in the absence of contraindications and after consultation with a gynecologist.

Of course, every woman after giving birth wants to return to her previous shape as quickly as possible. However, you need to remember that your body has not been in the best shape for nine months and it is simply impossible to return it to its previous volume in one week. Modern gynecologists give excellent advice to mothers who are losing weight. Experts say that regaining your figure after childbirth will go much faster if you breastfeed your baby on demand. Today, breastfeeding is recognized as a preventive measure for obesity in the postpartum period.

Nothing makes women as happy as the birth of a child. But it often happens that the celebration of the appearance of new life on Earth is spoiled by the spectacle of what, as they say, is right under our noses. The tummy after pregnancy can acquire many unattractive features, including sagging belly, the appearance of stretch marks and age spots.

It would seem (and often seems) that a woman’s life has cracked, that she will have to walk ugly for the rest of her days or save up a certain amount for plastic surgery. But, I hasten to assure you, everything is not as scary as it seems. Getting your figure back after childbirth is quite possible. Everything is in your hands, so don’t let them go.

Surgical methods of lifting

Unfortunately, sometimes it is not possible to correct the deficiency using masks, scrubs and wraps. People often complain that they have been trying to normalize their skin condition for a long time, but nothing works. Then you will have to seek help from a surgeon.

The methods of influence are as follows.

Mesotherapy is a fairly popular procedure

Don't forget about cosmetic procedures. You can cope with this problem with the help of LPG massage, darsonvalization, and pressotherapy.

Important ! A cosmetologist can tell you more about such methods.

Skin tightening after childbirth

It is very difficult to correct a problem that appears after the birth of a second child or a cesarean birth. It is necessary to use all the above solutions, except surgical ones. If all else fails, you need to see a doctor who can help you choose an operation.

How to quickly tighten your skin after childbirth?

1. Sleep on your stomach to relax tense fibers and activate the body's resources for their regeneration.
2. Organize a schedule of procedures and strictly follow it. For example, you can devote two days to massage, three days to specialized exercises prescribed by a specialist, and the remaining two days to body wraps. In addition, you need to reconsider your lifestyle, create the “correct” menu and drink enough fluids.

   
   A schedule will help you strictly monitor yourself

3. Use a postpartum wrap that will help tighten your skin in the same way as sleeping on your stomach.
4. Buy professional cosmetics. In pharmacies and stores you can find many different products designed to tighten the skin and enrich it with useful elements. Every time after a shower or scrub, cover the problem area with it. Often women do not buy such cosmetics because it seems to them that the promises on the packaging are just attempts by the manufacturer to deceive the consumer. However, there are trusted companies that sell really good drugs (for example, Vichy).

You can use professional cosmetics

Remember the need for walks. It has long been known that with the help of walking you can remove excess weight and achieve a tightening effect. Blood vessels are strengthened and blood circulation and metabolic processes are normalized.

Important ! Sudden weight loss causes the skin to sag and need help. It is necessary to combine various correction methods and constantly look for new ones.

You need to monitor your body weight to avoid sudden weight loss

When can you start returning to your former forms?

Despite the burning desire to get rid of the belly as quickly as possible after childbirth, you can begin full physical activity only after the uterus has completely contracted. If the birth took place naturally, without complications, then the uterus returns to its original size by the 40th day after the birth of the child.

However, not all young mothers are ready to wait that long. The very next day they want to put on old jeans, and certainly fit into such a fashionable and favorite skirt. But there’s still no need to rush.

In the first weeks after childbirth, you can speed up the process of uterine contraction, which will have a beneficial effect on the appearance of the abdomen. Firstly, in the absence of contraindications, you can do breathing exercises or wear a postpartum bandage. When the uterus contracts completely, you can think about more serious methods of rapid recovery.

What to do if the problem does not go away?

If you combine exercises, proper nutrition, and massage correctly, you can achieve the desired effect. However, in rare cases, the situation may worsen because the muscles are overloaded and an increase in muscle mass occurs.

Important ! So it is unacceptable to strain too much, everything needs to be done in moderation.

It rarely happens that difficulties arise with skin tightening

Since perfection has no boundaries, you can turn to plastic surgery for help. But this is the most extreme measure when no other methods work. Of course, first you need to consult with several specialists.

Important ! It is worth noting that self-respecting clinics will not immediately offer radical methods of influence; they will offer softer procedures.

It should be remembered that you need to go under the surgeon’s knife when there are no other options.