FYI Avoid exercises that make your breasts sore or tender, and always try to exercise after nursing your baby. Your breasts won't feel uncomfortably full and your baby will appreciate it, too. Recent research suggests that if a mother attempts to breastfeed immediately after rigorous exercise, her baby may shun the breast completely or nurse less vigorously. You should also allow time for your incision to heal if you had a cesarean. Notify your doctor if vaginal bleeding or lochia restarts after you thought it had stopped.
Many new mothers are understandably eager to work off the pounds as soon as the baby is born.
A good goal is to lose no more than a pound per week. The best way is to do some form of aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking, swimming, running, or biking. Focus on fast-paced movements using large muscle groups that elevate your heart rate. To get the most of out your workout, exercise at 60 to 80 percent of maximum heart rate. If you weren't active during your pregnancy, start gradually.