Six weeks after giving birth, I stood on the scale expecting my pre-pregnancy body to have magically returned. Instead, I was still carrying 20 pounds of baby weight, swollen feet, and what felt like someone else’s midsection. Sound familiar?
You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not broken. The postpartum weight loss timeline looks different for every single mother, but understanding what actually happens in your body during those crucial first months can ease so much of the anxiety and self-judgment.
Here’s the truth most people won’t tell you: immediately after delivery, you’ll lose …
When Will Your Body Bounce Back? The Real Postpartum Weight Loss Timeline
