Great, my figure back in no time at all. So what do I do? Yes, I fall pregnant again! A second bundle on the way after being told it was unlikely I’d ever have children in the first place. Just 10 months after Heidi, I was carrying Miller. When he arrived I thought nothing of eating lots of lovely things, however this time my body was not so forgiving. Even with toning exercises and gentle yoga, my tum was happy sticking around. Fortunately, I had a change of lifestyle when Miller was around 4 months old. Already a vegetarian, along with the family, I came across some information that made me change to a vegan diet. Ethically and for health benefits we made the change and wow, what an unexpected side effect. I dropped down 2 dress sizes in a month. Worried about still nursing I was trying to eat well and was enjoying food more than ever. It seems cutting out dairy just made my body drop all it’s excess. Feeling great I began teaching yoga again. Whereas a few weeks before I was nervous (who wants to see an out of shape yoga teacher), now I felt great and ready to go.

I believe to get back in shape after childbirth, unless you are incredibly lucky, you need to find a combination of gentle exercise and good nutrition. You should not really think about dieting early on, especially if you are nursing but be sensible with your choices.