Safe, Month-by-Month Tips to Tackle the Baby Bulge. Some may assume that expectant mothers have little to be consumed with leading up to labor aside from nesting and nursery dйcor, but proactive mommies-to-be are already devising plans for how to shed the post-pregnancy pounds. For those determined to dive into a postpartum fitness routine right after delivery, National Stroller Strides Trainer Farel Hruska has developed some month-by-month tips for getting back into shape safely and sensibly.

“I applaud new mothers eager to get back into fighting form after pregnancy, but fitness goals must be realistic and respectful of the time it takes to bounce back after birth,” said Hruska. “New moms need to remember that it took nine months to gain the weight – at least that much time needs to be allotted for the way back.”

Based on a nine-month timeline, Hruska recommends the following tips for new moms looking to successfully reshape their bodies at a healthy pace:

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