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Biohacking with Brittany

Breaking Down Postpartum Weight Loss: Myths of Bounce Back Culture, What Truly Works, and My Personal Journey

Nov 15, 2024
49:52

Struggling with the pressure to "bounce back" after having a baby? 

I break down why quick-fix weight loss myths don’t work and share what really matters for postpartum wellness. 

From hormones to gut health, get my top tips for a balanced, healthy journey to feeling your best!

 

I TALK ABOUT: 

07:00 - Dispelling myths around "bounce back" culture after childbirth

14:00 - Breastfeeding's effect on weight retention and loss

19:00 - Hormonal shifts and how they influence weight changes postpartum

23:00 - How stress and sleep deprivation make it harder to lose weight

24:00 - The importance of gut health on losing weight and supplements that support it: Pendulum Akkermansia, Tiny Health microbiome testing (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), GI Revive

31:00 - Approaching postpartum weight loss with self-love

33:00 - Gentle movement and choosing the right exercise approach

36:00 - Focusing on nutrition and emphasizing whole foods over restriction

39:00 - Adjusting your mindset and managing body image expectations

42:00 - Sauna use and cutting nighttime eating to support weight management

45:00 - Tracking beyond the scale and focusing on performance goals

 

SPONSORS: 

Head to qualialife.com/brittany for 50% off your purchase of Qualia Senolytic.  And get an additional 15% off if you use code BRITTANY at checkout.

 

RESOURCES:

Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today!  

Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now!

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