85. What I Would Never Recommend for Postpartum Weight Loss

Are you doing “all the right things” and still not feeling like yourself postpartum? In this episode, Brooke pulls back the curtain on the most common postpartum weight loss mistakes that leave new moms depleted, discouraged, and doubting their bodies. Whether you’re breastfeeding or not, this real-talk guide is packed with empowering insights to help you nourish, not punish, your body as you heal.

What to Listen For

• Why cutting out carbs can wreck your milk supply and your energy
• The truth about keto and who it's actually for (hint: it's not breastfeeding moms)
• Intermittent fasting: when it’s okay and when it can be dangerous
• The #1 reason you should never skip breakfast postpartum
• How juicing, detoxes, and “cleanses” are harming more than helping
• GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic) and why Brooke never recommends them while breastfeeding
• How scrolling at night disrupts your hunger hormones
• Why strength training is more effective than cardio for weight loss postpartum
• The dangers of all-or-nothing thinking with food and exercise
• What balanced meals (with protein, fiber, and fat) actually do for your

Postpartum weight loss doesn’t have to mean restriction, guilt, or sacrificing your milk supply. When you nourish your body, protect your hormones, and focus on sustainable habits, your weight will naturally shift to where it needs to go.

Want to learn Brooke’s proven system that’s helped thousands of moms reach their healthiest weight without compromising their milk supply? 👉 Click here to watch the free class and take the first step toward feeling good in your body again.

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Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!

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