10 Easy ways to get rid of the post-baby pooch

The post-baby pooch has a way of lingering and sticking around for way longer than expected. The truth is, getting our bodies back in shape after baby doesn't happen overnight. Forget praying for a miracle or daydreaming about a tummy tuck. Here are tips and tricks for blasting the post-baby pooch quickly and with minimal effort.

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Skin tightening cream

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Celebrities like Ninel Conde swear by a skin tightening cream to help suck in that pesky pooch. Try a belly balm that attacks that loosened skin and be consistent about your application.

Faja training

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A faja or waist training helps relieve the condition known as diastasis recti, which is abdominal separation caused during pregnancy. Go with an adjustable faja that is breathable and lightweight.

Leg pulls

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That mommy tummy can be snapped back into place by forgetting workouts that concentrate on your core and instead strengthen our inner muscles. Leg pulls using a resistance band is a perfect option.

Postnatal yoga

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Postnatal yoga isn't just good for your mind and body. It gently helps develop your core without over-straining your muscles. Try two sessions a week and slowly work your way up.

Walking

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I know, you may not find the time to go for a stroll at first, but try to take a few minutes for yourself if you can. Walking will help tightened up that loose skin one step at a time.

Avocado

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Eating belly-blasting foods filled with antioxidants will help develop more healthy and elastic skin. Eat your avocados, ladies!

Forget fad diets

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Starving yourself won't be good for your health or the baby's. The same goes for fad diets that could cause you to gain more weight in the end. Instead, be mindful of what you eat and keep it light and healthy.

Squats

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Squats will naturally work your lower abdomen and help tighten those muscles that were nesting a baby for 9 months. Do low reps for 30 seconds to start and slowly work your way up.

Weight loss smoothie

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Smoothies can blast belly fat and provide a nutritious pick-me-up to your day. Go with recipes that include weight loss ingredients like flax seed and almonds.

Bridge position

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Doing 100 crunches will be brutal on your sensitive abs after child birth. Instead go for 10 reps of a light bridge move using a workout ball.