Considerations for Post Natal Exercise

CONSIDERATIONS FOR POST NATAL TRAINING

1. Ensure you have been approved by your doctor at your 6 week check up.
2. If Breastfeeding, try to feed just before your exercise session to feel less full (or pump a little if it's not feeding time). This will give baby a chance to sleep while you workout too!
3. Be sure to wear the correct support bra whether or not you are breastfeeding.
4. Take your first 3 exercise sessions easy, it does take time for your body to be get used to exercise after having a baby, so give it the time it deserves. Do not OVERDO it!
5. Keep well hydrated when exercising.
6. If post c-section, allow at least 8-12 weeks before doing any strenuous exercise, and consult your doctor.
7. Engage your pelvic floor muscles when exercising, as much as you can, this will help bring them back to pre-pregnancy strength. A good idea is to think of something that you do regularly, ie brush your teeth, stop at a traffic light, feed your baby etc., and use these times to exercise your Pelvic Floor Muscles.
8. If you are feeling unwell, or just not right when exercising post pregnancy, consult your doctor.